The same guy who makes Royer ribbon microphones is behind Mojave Audio. His name is David Royer, and
with his small team of engineers, Mojave pumps out a select line of high-end
microphones. David Royer is best known
for his ribbon microphones. However, he
started making tube mics, pres and compressors in his garage in the mid 1980s. In time, two companies emerged: one for the
ribbons (Royer) and the other for tube condensers (Mojave Audio).
Currently, there are two models of Mojave Audio microphones available. The MA-100 is a small condenser with
interchangeable pickup pattern capsules.
The “head” unscrews and can be replaced with an included capsule,
perfect for the Lego generation. The
MA-100 can handle high SPLs, a big plus for a screaming trumpet or an angry
drummer. The MA-200 is a large-diaphragm
tube condenser. It has an external power
supply, and the mic’s tone is compared to classic European models.
The Mojave Audio MA-100 runs around $795, or you can get a stereo
pair for $1590. Why have one when you
can have two for twice the price, right?
The MA-200 is kept at a modest $995.
