Slate DigitalVMS ML-1A Large-Diaphragm Modeling Microphone

Slate Digital VMS ML-1A

The Slate Digital VMS ML-1A is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone designed to capture pristine, ultra-linear recordings while serving as the core component of a reimagined Virtual Microphone System 2. At first glance, the ML-1A appears almost reserved—its dark gray metallic finish and refined grille suggesting quiet confidence rather than flamboyant flair. However its elegant exterior obscures a shapeshifter of rare ambition. Armed with a three-position pad switch and a whisper-quiet noise floor, the ML-1A can take on thunderous drum kits one moment and delicate vocals the next, with grace. And thanks to its seamless integration with the new VMS 2 plugin, this microphone doesn't just capture sound—it becomes sound in its many vintage forms, mimicking the sonic signatures of over thirty-six revered microphones from studio lore.

The virtual ecosystem is where the ML-1A truly flexes its identity. With morphing capabilities that blend microphone characteristics like an alchemist crafting new elements, and a proximity slider that lets you lean into that intimate low-end growl, the new VMS 2 plugin turns a mic locker's worth of tonal heritage into a fingertip affair. Add to that a low-frequency roll-off switch for removing rogue rumbles, a mono-to-stereo widener to fan vocals across the mix, and a mic pack sourced from the iconic Radio France archives—including the world's largest ribbon mic—and you're left with something that transcends the shackles of hardware. Blending classic analog sounds with digital flexibility, the Slate Digital ML-1A is the perfect mic for anyone who wants to have access to a bevy of classic mics at the click of a button.

VMS ML-1A Features

• Large-diaphragm condenser modeling mic with ultra-linear frequency response
• Three-position pad switch (0 dB, -10 dB, -20 dB) supports up to 145 dB SPL
• Works with VMS 2 plugin to emulate 36 vintage microphones
• Extremely low self-noise (8 dB) for clean, detailed recordings
• Includes Radio France Signature mic pack, Classic Tubes 1 & 2, and Virtual Preamp Collection
• VMS 2 plugin features mic morphing, proximity control, rumble roll-off, and stereo widening