Microphones
Hand-Built Microphones for Musicians Who Crave Natural, Honest Tone
Crafted one at a time by a musician obsessed with capturing the sound you actually make—warm, woody, detailed, and alive.
Chester V2
A hand-built cardioid condenser tuned specifically for upright bass. Light, fast to install, and ready to share the natural sound of your bass with your audience.
$650
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Milton
A large-diaphragm condenser mic ready to make your acoustic instruments sound their best. Also an excellent option for clear vocals or as a single mic to relay your authentic sound to your audience.
$500
Explore the Milton →For Acoustic Players Who Don't Want to Sound Plugged In
Pickups don't capture the real sound of your instrument. Clip-on mics are flimsy. Cheap condensers sound thin. Studio mics sound great—unless you're moving. These mics solve all of that.
Authentic acoustic tone
Low handling noise & excellent feedback management
Hand-built capsules tuned for acoustic instruments
Light, compact, musician-friendly design
Crafted by an acoustic musician
Not a factory. Not a replicated SKU.
Hear Some Miltons and a Chester in Action
Basin & Grange @ The Gandy in Ogden, UT
Hand-Built in Small Batches
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do they work with phantom power? +
Yes, 48V phantom power is required.
What if I don't like it? +
30-day return policy. Buyer covers return shipping. Full refund upon receipt.
Where are they made? +
By hand in Highland, Utah (40 min south of Salt Lake City).
How long will it take? +
In-stock mics ship within 1 to 3 business days. If you're on the email list waiting for a restock, the next batch usually takes a week or two, occasionally longer when parts are on backorder.
Is there a warranty? +
Lifetime manufacturing/parts warranty. 30-day audition period. I will repair or make it right.
If You Love Your Acoustic Tone, You'll Love These Microphones
Hand-made and assembled in the U.S.A.
Contact: info@molinellomusic.com · 801-893-1171
— Boyd