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MT9 Vintage Microphone
A tribute to the M49
Rediscover the rich, warm tones of a true classic, reimagined with precision and passion. The MT9 is our tribute to the legendary M49 — meticulously handcrafted in Quebec, Canada using aerospace-grade aluminum, a nickel-plated finish, and a heart tuned for vintage character.
Key Features
Discover the MT9’s Key Features
Versatile Polar Patterns
Easily switch between cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8, giving you the flexibility needed for vocals, instruments, room mic'ing, or mid-side setups.
The Heart of Your Sound
Why the Capsule Matters
Did you know up to 90% of a microphone’s sound comes from its capsule? At Fortin, this insight drives everything we do.
Handcrafted D7 Capsule, Made by Fortin
Our renowned D7 dual-diaphragm capsule is 100% designed and handcrafted in-house by Fortin Microphones in Quebec.
- Rich, warm, and detailed sound with exceptional musicality
- Consistent quality and authentic vintage tone
- The reliability professionals demand
Meticulously Handcrafted in Quebec, Canada
Each MT9 is brazed with passion and precision by skilled technicians using top-grade materials. For engineers seeking perfect stereo imaging, the MT9 is also available as a factory-matched pair.
Specifications
MT9 — Technical Specifications
Capsule
- Type
- M7
- Acoustic Principle
- Pressure Gradient
- Polar Patterns
- Omni, Cardioid, Figure-8 (Remote Control)
Electrical
- Frequency Response
- 30 Hz – 18 kHz
- Sensitivity
- 6.5 / 8 / 10 mV/Pa
- Max SPL
- 125 dB
- Nominal Impedance
- 200 Ω
- Recommended Load Impedance
- 1000 Ω
- Audio Transformer
- BV11 (custom)
- Preamplifier
- AC701E Solid State Emulator
- Plate Voltage
- 120 V
- Plate Current
- ≤ 1 mA
- Heater Voltage
- 6.2 V
- Heater Current
- ≤ 200 mA
- Tube Warm-up Time
- 0 minutes
Physical
- Weight
- 790 g
- Diameter
- 80 mm
- Length
- 163 mm
- Cable
- 8 m Sommer cable
- Connectors
- Binder M25 7-pin + Polar Pattern Control / XLR 3F
Chassis
- Body
- Aerospace-grade aluminum and brass
- Finish
- Nickel-plated, hand-brazed in Canada
- Yoke Mount
- 100% brazed brass, nickel-plated
Power
- Power Supply
- AC 120 V
Operating Conditions
- Operating Temperature
- 0 °C to +50 °C
- Operating Humidity
- 0% to 70% RH
- Storage Temperature
- –20 °C to +75 °C
- Storage Humidity
- 0% to 90% RH
Kit Contents
MT9 microphone, audio cable, analog power supply with polar pattern control, 120V power cord, yoke mount, protective case, vintage carrying case.
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Bring vintage character to every recording
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