A Whole New
Virtual Microphone System
A Match Made in Heaven
The ML-2A’s full potential is unlocked when paired with the award-winning Virtual Microphone System plugin.
The world’s top producers build a collection of vintage, rare, and high end microphones over decades, at the cost of tens of thousands of dollars. With the ML-2A and VMS, you get that same quality sound for the fraction of the cost.
What is Mic Modeling?
Mic modeling takes the clear sound captured by the ML-2A and, via the VMS plugin, applies digital processing to match the sonic characteristics of the world’s most sought-after microphones.
All Models Included
Unlock 36 mic models on day one. From workhorse dynamics to smooth ribbons and classic condensers, every model is included with your mic. New models are added through simple software updates.
Endless Possibilities
Not only do you get the tones and characteristics of the best mics in the world, you can blend two mics to make your own, unique sound.
Tweak Away
Commitment-phobes rejoice. You can choose your mic, blend, and even change proximity after your record.
Record Everything Better
With the Virtual Microphone System plugin and the ML-2A, switch from punchy dynamics to silky ribbons to classic condensers in a click. Capture any instrument in its best light, mono or stereo, without swapping mics or breaking your flow. All mic models are included.
The future of instrument mic modeling is here, faster and more flexible than ever.
Built for Loud, Built for Detail
Handle anything from whispers to walls of sound. −20 dB pad for huge SPL (up to 156 dB), ultra-low self-noise for quiet nuance, and an 80 Hz low-cut to tame rumble at the source.
Pro Hardware, Studio Ready
Gold-sputtered small-diaphragm cardioid capsule, low-noise electronics, and rugged build. Designed to get the most from the industry-leading Slate Digital mic modeling workflow.
Unlock Access
Comes with a three-month Complete Access. 150+ plugins from Slate Digital, Solid State Logic, and Harrison, plus Virtu mastering and Slate Sounds to finish your recordings.
Stereo Made Simple
Factory-matched pair plus included stereo bar for rock-solid imaging. Capture wide, phase-coherent takes for overheads, pianos, ensembles, and room mics without guesswork.
Elite Sounds, Built for Pros
Built to the standards of world-class studios yet accessible to all, the ML-2A nails perfect sound wherever and whatever you’re recording.
All New Drum Pack. Included in VMS.
As a part of Virtual Microphone System (VMS), these nine new models meticulously recreate the sound and performance characteristics of legendary microphones designed to excel at recording drums.
Inside the VMS Drum Pack, you will find:
RF-441: Modeled after a classic with a remarkably flat frequency response.
RF-21B Modern: A signature “special weapon” of Radio France engineers for snare drums.
RF-B52: This iconic mic features a presence boost at 4kHz that is ideal for kick drums and bass.
RF-604: A go-to dynamic mic for toms and percussion.
AX Series: Five models covering everything from floor toms to hi-hats and delicate percussion.
The Details (the specs)
macOS
Category
Details
Minimum OS macOS Catalina 10.15 or later
Recommended OS macOS Big Sur (11.x) or later
Processor / RAM Intel or Apple Silicon, 4GB RAM
Plugin Formats AU, VST2, VST3, AAX (64-bit host)
Windows
Category
Details
Operating System Windows 10 or Windows 11
Processor / RAM Intel or AMD Processor, 4GB RAM
Plugin Formats VST2, VST3, AAX (64-bit host)
iLok Requirements
Complete Access licenses have two activations and can be activated on iLok Cloud, an iLok 2 & 3 dongle, or your local host computer (Machine-ID).
Individual plugin licenses can be activated on an iLok 2 & 3 dongle or your local host computer (Machine-ID).
