--- product_id: 219963069 title: "GXL1800 Large Format Side-Address Studio Condenser Mic – High Sensitivity, Cardioid Pattern, Shock Mount & Stand" brand: "cad audio" price: "AR$98587" currency: ARS in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 category: "Cad Audio" url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/219963069-gxl1800-large-format-side-address-studio-condenser-mic-high-sensitivity store_origin: AR region: Argentina --- # Cardioid pattern blocks noise Large format condenser capsule Studio-grade shock mount included GXL1800 Large Format Side-Address Studio Condenser Mic – High Sensitivity, Cardioid Pattern, Shock Mount & Stand **Brand:** cad audio **Price:** AR$98587 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Elevate your sound game—because your voice deserves the spotlight! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** GXL1800 Large Format Side-Address Studio Condenser Mic – High Sensitivity, Cardioid Pattern, Shock Mount & Stand by cad audio - **How much does it cost?** AR$98587 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/219963069-gxl1800-large-format-side-address-studio-condenser-mic-high-sensitivity) ## Best For - cad audio enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cad audio brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ready-to-Record Kit:** Includes shock mount, tripod stand, XLR cable & foam windscreen—plug and play pro setup. - • **Upgrade Your Podcast:** Ideal for podcasters and creators craving professional sound without breaking the bank. - • **Crystal-Clear Capture:** High sensitivity capsule picks up every nuance with studio precision. - • **Noise-Resistant Recording:** Cardioid polar pattern minimizes unwanted background sounds for clean audio. - • **Versatile Distance Miking:** Large diaphragm excels at capturing vocals or instruments from 12-18 inches away. ## Overview The CAD Audio GXL1800 is a large format side-address studio condenser microphone designed for high sensitivity and clear, noise-resistant recordings. Featuring a cardioid polar pattern and studio-grade shock mount, it comes complete with a tripod stand, XLR cable, and foam windscreen—perfect for podcasters, musicians, and content creators seeking professional-grade audio capture in a ready-to-use package. ## Description The CAD Audio Large Format Side Address Studio Condenser Microphone captures your performance with a smooth and articulate profile. The GXL1800's high sensitivity allows for distance miking techniques and combined with a well behaved cardioid polar pattern, helps to eliminate off axis environmental noise. Includes studio grade shock mount, tripod stand, XLR cable and foam windscreen. Review: Great starter mic with upgrade potential - Taking apart the gxl1800 it looks just like all the other mics that come out of Guangdong. Same tiny diaphragm. Same noisy Schoeps circuit. Same dinky desk stand that goes right in the garbage. It comes with an actual xlr cable tho! Anemic. But it's definitely an xlr cable and not half trs. Thanks CAD. Nobody else is doing that. I bought this microphone not to use, but to mod by putting a JLI 25mm electret and OPA Alice circuit in. Gonna have to print the saddle in TPU and either paint plastidip or stick PE foam mounting tape inside the metal body tube to hush the handling noise because of how thin it is. (while keeping conductivity to the base) I scrape a finger on the metal body and it rings. But for $20, it's more mic than I expected. Someone should convince CAD to switch to an op amp circuit, RF filter the XLR pins directly with two ceramic caps, and slap a cheap 25mm electret clone out of China in there from the factory. Skip providing the stand, cable, shockmount, and target the $20 market to actually compete with the xm8500 in terms of value proposition. Instead of a full color printed cardboard box, a carded clamshell case with open cell foam so we can pack the thing away after using it on a snare or vocals and toss it in a corner. Review: Great upgrade from Dynamic Microphones - I upgrade from a decent $20 dynamic mic bought off desertcart a year ago to this CAD Condensor mic, and i have to say i noticed the difference instantly. The mixer i'm using is a Behringer QX1202usb with 48v phantom power(require for.this mic) and with the old dynamic Mic had a hum in the background. When i plugged this phatom powered condensor mic in i was pleased that the hum was now gone. I guess thats what happens when you spend alittle more money for a half decent mic. My voice sounds great on my podcast with no static or humming behind my voice. One warning for amature podcasters, beware this mic is sensative! It easily picks up tv or radio or fan or other background noises. You will need a quiet enviroment. However this is a plus if you have a desk stand like i do and don't feel like always leaning forward to speak. Your mouth can be 12 to 18 inches away and this will pick you up just fine. One word on the mount...it fits the mic well for rights side mounting, not sure how you could hang the mic from a boom using the cradle, however if your 5/8" boom/mic stand's mount is right side up it will work just fine. Im using the same desk top mic stand i had my dynamic mic clipped to. I like this mic so much i bought two extra's for my co-host and for when i have guests on my podcast. ## Features - Large format design - High sensitivity studio condenser capsule - Highly effective studio grade isolation shock mount - Cardioid pattern resists room noise - Includes studio shock mount, tripod stand, XLR cable and foam windscreen ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0859PHMB5 | | Antenna Location | Singing | | Audible Noise | 78 Decibels | | Audio Sensitivity | 124 Decibels | | Best Sellers Rank | #20,732 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #207 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones | | Brand | CAD Audio | | Built-In Media | Large Format Side Address Studio Condenser Microphone, studio grade shock mount, tripod stand, XLR cable, foam windscreen | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Radio | | Connectivity Technology | XLR | | Connector Type | XLR | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (512) | | Enclosure Material | Foam | | Item Dimensions | 7.87 x 3.07 x 7.7 inches | | Item Type Name | Condenser Microphone | | Item Weight | 522 Grams | | Manufacturer | CAD Audio | | Mfr Part Number | GXL1800 | | Microphone Form Factor | Table Array | | Model Name | Condenser Microphone | | Model Number | AMS-GXL1800 | | Number of Channels | 1 | | Polar Pattern | Unidirectional | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 78 dB | | Special Feature | Stand | | UPC | 631922109139 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 2 year. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** CAD Audio - **Color:** Black - **Compatible Devices:** Radio - **Connectivity Technology:** XLR - **Connector Type:** XLR - **Model Name:** Condenser Microphone - **Polar Pattern:** Unidirectional - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Singing - **Special Feature:** Stand ## Images ![GXL1800 Large Format Side-Address Studio Condenser Mic – High Sensitivity, Cardioid Pattern, Shock Mount & Stand - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61yRXztQ-LL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great starter mic with upgrade potential *by M***T on May 2, 2025* Taking apart the gxl1800 it looks just like all the other mics that come out of Guangdong. Same tiny diaphragm. Same noisy Schoeps circuit. Same dinky desk stand that goes right in the garbage. It comes with an actual xlr cable tho! Anemic. But it's definitely an xlr cable and not half trs. Thanks CAD. Nobody else is doing that. I bought this microphone not to use, but to mod by putting a JLI 25mm electret and OPA Alice circuit in. Gonna have to print the saddle in TPU and either paint plastidip or stick PE foam mounting tape inside the metal body tube to hush the handling noise because of how thin it is. (while keeping conductivity to the base) I scrape a finger on the metal body and it rings. But for $20, it's more mic than I expected. Someone should convince CAD to switch to an op amp circuit, RF filter the XLR pins directly with two ceramic caps, and slap a cheap 25mm electret clone out of China in there from the factory. Skip providing the stand, cable, shockmount, and target the $20 market to actually compete with the xm8500 in terms of value proposition. Instead of a full color printed cardboard box, a carded clamshell case with open cell foam so we can pack the thing away after using it on a snare or vocals and toss it in a corner. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great upgrade from Dynamic Microphones *by S***M on October 23, 2013* I upgrade from a decent $20 dynamic mic bought off amazon a year ago to this CAD Condensor mic, and i have to say i noticed the difference instantly. The mixer i'm using is a Behringer QX1202usb with 48v phantom power(require for.this mic) and with the old dynamic Mic had a hum in the background. When i plugged this phatom powered condensor mic in i was pleased that the hum was now gone. I guess thats what happens when you spend alittle more money for a half decent mic. My voice sounds great on my podcast with no static or humming behind my voice. One warning for amature podcasters, beware this mic is sensative! It easily picks up tv or radio or fan or other background noises. You will need a quiet enviroment. However this is a plus if you have a desk stand like i do and don't feel like always leaning forward to speak. Your mouth can be 12 to 18 inches away and this will pick you up just fine. One word on the mount...it fits the mic well for rights side mounting, not sure how you could hang the mic from a boom using the cradle, however if your 5/8" boom/mic stand's mount is right side up it will work just fine. Im using the same desk top mic stand i had my dynamic mic clipped to. I like this mic so much i bought two extra's for my co-host and for when i have guests on my podcast. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Apparently a great microphone *by J***N on November 11, 2015* I use this microphone in conjuction with the blue icicle and so far the audio quality is satifactory, especially at this price point. I was thinking of purchasing a USB microphone such as the blue yeti but I went the xlr route. Sound quality from this microphone exceeds most the usb microphones and it has descent build quality. Noise performance is satifactory and can get really clean audio at half the max preamp volume which is all you really need. Volume dynamic range is acceptable and better than most so pick this microphone up if you can afford it. ' (Needs xlr cable, stand, pop filter, and a preamp) I would get the behringer um2 pre amp, better build quality and more features for the same price as the blue icicle. If you got more money, Id get the rode nt1a at around $200 and if you got more aswell as podcast, get the electro re20 for like $450. ## Frequently Bought Together - CAD Audio GXL1800 Large Format Side Address Condenser Microphone- Perfect for Studio, Podcasting & Streaming, Black - Chadou Audio Adapter 6.35mm (1/4 inch) Male to 3.5mm (1/8 inch) Female Stereo Headphone Connector Gold Plated, 2 Pack - VCE 6.35mm (1/4 inch) Male to 3.5mm (1/8 inch) Female Stereo Audio Jack Adapter for Aux Cable, Guitar Amplifier, Headphone, 2 Pack --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/219963069-gxl1800-large-format-side-address-studio-condenser-mic-high-sensitivity](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/219963069-gxl1800-large-format-side-address-studio-condenser-mic-high-sensitivity) --- *Product available on Desertcart Argentina* *Store origin: AR* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*