The MXL 606 is a cost-effective, modern condenser microphone for all applications . Strict quality controls and purposeful product design result in a warm, always usable sound with well resolved mids and subtly emphasized treble. This particularly neutral orientation allows the MXL 606 to be used as an all-round microphone for all types of acoustic instruments such as concert guitar , piano , orchestras or even choirs , where its compact dimensions also ensure that it does not detract from the overall visual impression of the ensemble. Due to its good level stability and the -20dB switch , it can also be used for very loud sound sources such as snare drums or guitar amplifiers . A high-pass filter allows unwanted bass components to be filtered out directly.