How to Set Up the ML-1 Microphone with Your Audio Interface
The ML-1 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone designed to work with our microphone modeling plugins. Follow the steps below to ensure accurate setup and optimal performance.
Step 1: Connect the ML-1
Use a standard XLR cable to connect the ML-1 to a mic input on your audio interface.
Do not apply any processing—such as EQ, compression, or analog coloration—on the input channel. The signal must remain completely clean for the modeling to work correctly.
Step 2: Enable Phantom Power
The ML-1 requires +48V phantom power. Enable this from your audio interface’s hardware switch or control panel.
Always mute your monitors and headphones before enabling phantom power to prevent pops or spikes.
Step 3: Load Your Modeling Plugin
Insert either the Virtual Mix Rack or Virtual Microphone System plugin on your recording track. Both plugins allow you to load microphone and preamp emulations in real time.
The Virtual Microphone System plugin is available to users with an active All Access Pass subscription, a Complete Access Bundle subscription, or our ML-1A microphone owners (perpetual). If you are using an ML-1 microphone without a subscription, this plugin will not be available.
Step 4: Choose a Microphone Model
Inside the plugin, select a microphone model that fits your source and creative needs. You can also load a virtual preamp model if you'd like to add analog character.
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