Slate ML-1A Virtual Microphone System 2

Virtual Microphone System

The ML-1A is a versatile large-diaphragm condenser microphone designed for professional-grade recordings across various applications. Whether you're capturing vocals, live instruments, drum kits, or anything in between, the ML-1A delivers outstanding clarity and performance.

Encased in a sleek, dark grey metallic body with a redesigned grille, the ML-1A offers a more compact form factor than its predecessor without sacrificing sonic quality. Its standout feature is the new three-position pad switch (0 dB / -10 dB / -20 dB), allowing you to handle sound pressure levels up to 145dB—perfect for louder sources like drums and amplifiers.

With significantly lower self-noise, the ML-1A ensures ultra-clean recordings, making it an ideal choice for studio professionals, content creators, and musicians alike. Compact, powerful, and refined—the ML-1A is ready for any recording challenge.

System 2

The world’s best modelling microphone got a major upgrade.

An industry-shaker when it was first released, the original ML-1 microphone offered the ability to flawlessly emulate the colour and tone of over 25 handpicked vintage microphones, covering everything from modern studio staples to classic ribbon mics. Now, the brand-new ML-1A and newly designed Virtual Microphone System plugin take that same functionality and make it even more powerful.

The virtual mic model user experience has also been significantly improved, with all the mic models now housed together in a self-contained plugin. 

Compared to the microphone modules in VMR for the ML-1 mic, the new VMS plugin provides the following additional features:

• Microphone Model Morphing for blending the characteristics of two microphone models to create an entirely new behaviour
• New “Proximity” slider, which applies the characteristic low-frequency boost that naturally occurs when placing the microphone closer to the sound source
• Low-frequency roll-off selector to remove undesirable rumble in certain circumstances
• Mono-to-stereo widener to spread vocals across the stereo spectrum, useful for adding contrast to background vocals

And if that wasn’t enough, the ML-1A comes bundled with the brand-new Radio France Signature mic pack. To help celebrate our company’s French roots, we modelled 10 incredible microphones from the inventory at the legendary Radio France network HQ. From studio staples to an ‘indestructible’ mic and the biggest ribbon mic ever made, the mics in this pack are designed to make the human voice sound great.

Virtual Microphone System (VMS) Inc Radio France Signature Exp Pack

Now available for legacy VMS ML-1 microphones from Slate Digital, the updated Virtual Microphone System (VMS) plugin adds a host of new features to your modelling mic, plus includes the Radio France Signature mic pack with 10 exclusive vintage models.

With new features aimed at improving workflow and offering more sound design opportunities, the updated VMS plugin allows users to load a new mic model on any track like a standard processing plugin, streamlining your production workflow.

This VMS module is designed to be used in conjunction with the Slate Digital ML-1 and is already included with the latest ML-1A microphone.

Included with your mic

• Radio France Signature Mic Pack *NEW*
• RF-X25: Open-air sound great for piano, acoustic instruments, and voices
• RF-88: Detailed bass response, great for kick drums, vocals, and more
• RF-BB6: Flagship tube mic designed for modern, present vocal sound
• RF-21B: France's go-to mic for reporters and field recording
• RF-149: Outstanding for vocals as well as acoustic instruments
• RF-H64: The soloist’s microphone, well-balanced for speech pickup
• RF-H64 Bonnette: H64 with pop filter for subtle high-end roll-off
• RF Améthyste: Modern, present sound with airy highs and accented lows
• RF-42B Voix: The world’s largest ribbon mic, set to ‘Voice’ mode
• RF-42B Musique: The world’s largest ribbon mic, set to ‘Music’ mode

Classic Tubes 1 + 2

• FG-47
• FG-M7
• FG-800
• FG-251
• FG-800M
• FG-269
• FG-12
• FG-67

Virtual Preamp Collection

• FG-73
• FG-76

Slate Digital ML-1A Features

• Ultra-linear, sonically neutral large-diaphragm condenser microphone
• Works with the Virtual Microphone System plugin to recreate the sound and tone of up to 36 vintage microphones, all available in the Complete Access Bundle subscription
• Three-position 0 dB/ -10 dB / -20 dB pad switch; can accommodate up to 145 dB SPL with -20 dB pad engaged.
• Lower self-noise (8dB) for cleaner recordings
• Updated design; new colour and unique grill shape
• Included licenses: Radio France Signature mic pack, Classic Tubes 1 & 2 mic packs, Virtual Preamp Collection.

Virtual Microphone System Features

• Up to 36 virtual microphone models, including 10 new models in the Radio France Signature mic pack, all available in the Complete Access Bundle subscription. All owners receive a three-month trial subscription to the Complete Access Bundle with purchase.
• Blend two mic models to create your unique microphone
• Proximity slider authentically recreates the natural low-end boost that comes with closer mic placement
• Low-frequency roll-off selector removes undesirable rumble
• Mono-to-stereo widener to spread vocals across the stereo spectrum

Tech Specs

• Microphone Type: Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Diaphragm Size: 1-inch
• Frequency Range: 20Hz – 20,000Hz
• Output Impedance: 50 ohms
• Sensitivity: -32.5dB
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 86dB
• Self-Noise: 8 dB
• Connector: XLR
• Software: Virtual Microphone System, Radio France Signature Mic Pack, Classic Tubes 1+2 Mic Pack, Virtual Preamp Collection
• Format: AAX, AU, VST2, VST3
• OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 11 or later
• OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 or later
• Colour: Black and Grey
• Power Source: Phantom
• Dimensions: 200mm x 50mmØ
• Weight: 450g
• Included Accessories: Shock mount, carrying case
• Manufacturer Part Number: SK-912-ML1A