The MXL CR89 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone wrapped in sharply contrasted black and chrome. The sound is every bit as bold as the body. The CR89 can handle subtle acoustic guitar tones and loud vocals with the same sonic integrity. The CR89 has low-noise circuitry and a very low-proximity effect, making it ideal for up-close recording. At home on instruments and vocals, the CR89's body design minimizes body resonance while the tuned grille cavity reduces standing waves and harmonic distortion.