The Slate Digital Virtual Microphone System (VMS) lets you tap into the sound of iconic studio gear without a second mortgage on your house or a climate-controlled vault. At its core, VMS pairs an ultra-linear condenser mic with a powerful software suite that models classic microphones and preamps. The result? You have access to a mic locker full of studio legends, without leaving your DAW or breaking the bank. Whether you're laying down vocals, guitars, or voiceover work, VMS brings that familiar warmth, bite, or silky top end you've heard on countless records, all with the flexibility of digital recall.

Inside the software, you’ll find the Classic Tubes mic module with eight iconic tube mic emulations, the FG-73 British-style discrete preamp, and the FG-76 German tube pre. These modules are designed to give you that vintage vibe without introducing latency, so you can track virtually in real-time (whaaaa!) if your interface can keep up. It’s like time-traveling through mic history, except instead of hauling around trunks of gear, you're just clicking through presets. With VMS, you're not just buying a mic, you're getting a front-row seat to some of the most legendary signal chains in recording history.

Note: iLok required but not included

• Shockmount
• Carry Case
• Included Microphone Models
  • FG-47
  • FG-M7
  • FG-800
  • FG-251
  • FG-800M
  • FG-269
  • FG-12
  • FG-67
• Included Preamp Models
  • FG-73
  • FG-76
  Slate Digital ML-1A Features
  • Combines a transparent condenser microphone with a powerful software suite to emulate legendary studio microphones and preamps
  • Gives access to a virtual mic locker packed with vintage tones—all from within your DAW
  • Virtual Microphone System (VMS) Includes the Classic Tubes module and eight classic tube microphone models
  • FG-73 and FG-76 preamp modules emulate classic British discrete and German tube pres respectively
  • Zero-latency processing lets you track in real time when paired with a low-latency interface
  • Captures everything from vocals and guitars to voiceovers with warmth, detail, and studio polish
  • Offers the flexibility of digital recall with the character of classic analog gear
  • Turns your setup into a world-class mic collection without the world-class price tag
  Slate Digital ML-1A Specifications
  • Microphone Type: Condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Diaphragm Size: 1.10" (28mm) Large Diaphragm, 6-micron capsule
  • Frequency Range: 20Hz-20kHz
  • Output Impedance: 200 ohms
  • Sensitivity: 20mV/Pa
  • Signal to Noise Ratio: 77dB A weighted
  • Self Noise: 17dB A weighted
  • Connector: XLR
  • Software: Virtual Preamp Collection, Classic Tubes 1 & 2 (iLok 2/3 or iLok Cloud)
  • Format: AAX, AU, VST2, VST3
  • Color: Matte Black
  • Power Source: 48V phantom power
  • Dimensions: 8.47" x 2.13"
  • Weight: 1.28 lbs.
  • Included Accessories: Shockmount, Carrying Case
  • macOS
    • Minimum: macOS 10.15 or later
    • Recommended: macOS 11 or later
    • Intel or Apple Silicon (M1) Processor
    • AU, VST2, VST3, or AAX 64-bit host
  • Windows
    • Windows 10 or 11
    • Intel or AMD Processor, 4GB RAM
    • VST2, VST3, or AAX 64-bit host
  • iLok (sold separately) Requirements
    • The All Access Pass licenses have two activation and can be activated on iLok Cloud, an iLok 2 & 3 dongle, or your local host computer (Machine-ID).
    • SSL Complete (found in the Complete Access Bundle) licenses have two activations, and can be activated to your local host computer, or an iLok 2 & 3 dongle.
    • Perpetual "Buy Now" individual plugin licenses can be activated to an iLok 2 or 3 USB dongle or your local host computer (Machine-ID).