C1 Manual - Studio Projects
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1. 787 20mm Weight 3 30z 92g s c_series_manual indd 12 13 LSDe2 The LSD 2 is a stereo microphone comprised of two separate dual membrane solid state microphones contained within a single housing Its capsules are mounted in close proximity on a vertical axis the upper capsule assembly having the ability to rotate 270 degrees horizontally relative to the lower capsule Two C amp K three way switches control the polar response high pass filtering and 10dB pad for each cap sule The switches on the front of the body correspond to the lower fixed capsule while the switches 180 opposite on the back of the mic control the rotating upper capsule It is the combination of capsule articulation and independent pattern switching which allows a user of the LSD2 to achieve all manner of coincident pair stereophonic recording techniques Due to the close proximity of the capsules there is no phase cancellation resulting from time delay between the two signals This translates into excellent mono compatibility The inner workings of the LSD 2 are essentially that of two Studio Projects Model C3 microphones The capsules are 1 06 27mm diameter dual membrane Braunmuhl Weber design These are independently coupled through low noise amplifiers based on FET driven discrete balanced output stages The outer housing is plated brass with a single layer brass wire mesh grill surrounding the capsules Included with the LSD 2 microp2. pre amp mixing console etc making sure that 48 volt phantom power is active and gain is not at a level sufficient to cause ear splitting feedback through monitor speakers Address microphone from the side not the top of the grill above the SP logo badge If bass cut is required select 150Hz high pass filter The pad setting reduces the sig nal level between the capsule and the circuitry Engage 10dB pad for very high sound pressure levels which may otherwise overload microphone circuitry causing distortion Use the three way switch on the front of the C3 below the SP logo to adjust the direc tional characteristics of the microphone between omnidirectional cardioid and figure of eight e Omnidirectional O shaped nomenclature Sound from all directions is picked up by micro phone without any side or rear attenuation e Cardioid Heart shaped nomenclature Some attenuation of sound occurs on sides and rear of microphone e Figure of eight Very significant attenuation of sound pickup on sides of microphone Front and rear of microphone pick sound up equally but 180 out of phase from one another TS Plug power supply into ac receptacle Connect 3 pin male to female XLR cable to output jack on front of power supply Use included 7 pin XLR cable to connect microphone to power supply Ensuring that gain device mixing console preamp etc is not at a sufficient level to cause ear splitting feedback Turn on microphone powe
3. unscrew adapter from shockmount using a small coin as a screwdriver Keep track of adapter when not in use you never know when you may need it ORIGINS AND MANUFACTURE Studio Projects Microphones are manufactured in Beijing China by 797 Audio to a speci fication defined by Studio Projects Gardena California All Studio Projects microphones are inspected and tested at the factory then inspected and tested again at PMI Audio Groups facility prior to shipping Studio Projects microphones meet the require ments of electronic equipment sold both in the USA Canada and the European Union APPLICATIONS e Close miking of instruments with high sound pressure levels Announcer s mic for broadcasting dubbing Home recording and project studios e Vocalist recording Spot mic for wind instruments strings percussion and guitar amps e XY Coincident Cardioids e Mid Side Method Stereosonic Technique Blumlein e Overheads c_series_manual indd 8 9 www studioprojects com C1 The Studio Projects C1 is an externally polarized cardioid pressure gradient transducer microphone with FET impedance converter Diaphragm material is 6um mylar for natural reproduction of vocals and instruments It features dual selectable pads and high pass filters for a total of nine possible modes of operation The output circuitry is active and is capable of driving long cable runs The C1 is useful for all manner of recording work and mus
4. FOR YOUR RECORDS PLEASE DISPATCH AND RETURN YOUR REGISTRATION TO STUDIO PROJECTS WITHIN 14 DAYS OF PURCHASE 117 07 5 08 07 PM YSN L17706 VO euspse 7991S yYIGIL M SPSL dNOUD OIGNV IWd A9 GALNGIYLSIG SLIArOUd OIGNLS S109lO0JX oIpnIS PRODUCT REGISTRATION INFORMATION PLEASE FILL IN THE BELOW SECTIONS AND RETURN Name Address City State Zip Code Telephone Number email Address Model Purchased Date Purchased Serial Number Dealer Comments What magazines do you read to influence your buying decision please check all that apply LJ Mix Electronic Musician L EQ _ Home Recording _ Pro Audio Review _ Recording _ Pro Sound News 117 07 5 08 07 PM c_series_manual indd 20 21
5. in solder connections to Pb reduce the melting point of solder Lead free solder requires higher soldering ey temperatures which in turn places greater thermal stress on components Rok A COMPLIANT PMI Audio Group takes seriously its obligations under the RoHS directive and insists that its factories use only components that are certified ROHS compliant as well as leadfree solder Ina very few cases the necessary components may not yet be available to the world market but we work continuously to eliminate any such exceptions at the earliest opportunity Our printed Circuit Boards PCB s and all soldered joints have been lead free since 2005 STATEMENT OF WEEE POLICY PMI Audio Group manufactures many complete electronic products which are covered by the European Union s Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment directive 2002 96 EC WEEE This directive seeks to ensure that waste electric and electronic equipment is disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner at the end of its life cycle PMI Audio Group takes seriously its obligations under this directive to take back WEEE af fected products and from 13th August 2005 will mark all such products with the crossed out wheeled bin symbol Business to Business products PMI Audio Group will cost neutrally take back WEEE affected electric and electronic equipment in this category from 1st January 2006 PMI Audio Group will work with disposal and recycling partners working wi
6. mic is unplugged or the mic level is at minimum If bass cut is required select one of two featured high pass filters 150Hz setting will attenuate low frequencies by 6dB octave starting at 150Hz 75Hz Setting will attenuate low frequencies by 6dB octave at 75Hz The pad switch reduces the signal level between the capsule and the circuitry Engage 10dB or 20dB pad for very high sound pressure levels which may otherwise overload microphone circuitry causing distortion LSDe2 Using the included 7 pin to dual 3 pin XLR breakout cable plug microphone into 2 channel gain device preamp mixing console etc making doubly sure that 48 volt phantom powers are active and gain is not at a level sufficient to cause ear splitting feedback through monitor speakers Address microphone from side not the top of the grill The switches used to control the upper capsule are located on the front of the microphone above the SP logo badge while the control switches for the lower capsule are found on the rear of the mic If bass cut is required select 150Hz high pass filter The pad setting reduces the signal level between the capsule and the circuitry Engage 10dB pad for very high sound pressure levels which may otherwise overload microphone circuitry causing distortion Adjust upper grill by grasping and turning It s that simple Further application information regarding the LSD2 can be found at the Studio Projects website www studioproject
7. period of 3 years from the date of purchase hereinafter the labor warranty period PMI Audio Group will repair or replace this Product if determined to be defective After the expiration of the labor warranty period the Purchaser must pay labor charges B In addition PMI Audio Group will supply at no charge replacements for defective parts for a period of 3 years from the date of purchase During the labor warranty period to repair the Product Purchaser must return the defective Product freight prepaid or deliver it to PMI Audio Group Service Center The product to be repaired is to be returned in either its original carton or a similar package affording an equal degree of production PMI Audio Group will return the repaired Product freight prepaid to the Purchaser PMI Audio Group is not obligated to provide Purchaser with a substitute unit during the warranty period or at any time PMI Audio does not Warranty con sumables like tubes that wear from normal use CONDITIONS 1 Notification of claims Warranty Service If Purchaser discovers that the Product has proven defective in material or workmanship then written notice with an explanation of the claim shall be given promptly by Purchaser to PMI but all claims for warranty service must be made within the warranty period If after investigation PMI determines that the reported problem was not covered by the warranty Purchaser shall pay PMI for the cost of investigating the problem at
8. whichever is applicable limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications ATTENTION Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant las limites applicables aux appareils num riques de class A de class B selon le cas prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouil lage radio lectrique dict par les ministere des communications du Canada These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial residen tial installation respectively This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio commu nications There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television equipment reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by any combination of the following measures 1 Relocate or reorient the receiving antenna 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and the re ceiver 3 Plug the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 4 Consult your dealer or experienced radio television technician for additional assista
9. CRO PHONES lol rojects Professional Studio Microphones Transtormerless circuitry illarge diameter pressure gradient capsule i iMpioying 6 um gold sputtered Mylar diaphragms u O Wenoise FE Preamplifier l Niriodes 6072 hand tested tubes T3 Only P rojects m r gt p siv e ea Studio Projects is manufactured and marketed under the direction of PMI AUDIO GROUP USA 1845 W 169th Street Gardena California 90247 voice 310 323 9050 facsimile 310 323 9051 toll free USA 877 563 6335 UK Unit 2 Babbacombe Business Park Babbacombe Road Torquay Devon TQ1 3SY tel 44 0 1803 329848 email info pmiaudio com visit our web site at studioprojects com Studio Projects Instruction Manual me StudioProjects INSTRUCTION BOOK CONTENTS Whabls Stidio Projects kaki ere eres re rere ery Pak eta aan 2 Guidelines For Proper Care USe onc iii terre ee iaia 2 Electncali Features acri i 3 Operatic israeliana bio aaa alan Troubleshooting TipS cece ec kaa cent a eee seen eee ea sees eee sseseasssaanosoaooososonosoe 5 Origins and IManufaciure ine iaia 6 ApplicationiS i s s e lalla 6 OO bank domen koma An ae det kon den sha kk a da IRAN RE A E odia 7 COS secs irak A oak kask L de tab cad f s ki a ae ic 8 Rari ilari 9 Odin lle ai ai 10 SD 11 WHAT IS STUDIO PROJECTS Based in Gardena California Studio Projects is a line of mi
10. NO EVENT SHALL PMI BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO COMPENSATION REIMBURSEMENT OR DAMAGES ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS OR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER Information in this User Guide is subject to change without notice No part of this User Guide may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical or by any other means for any purpose without the express written permission of PMI Audio Group PMI Audio Group may have trademarks copyrights or other intellectual property rights covering the subject matter of this User Guide Except as expressly provided in any written agreement from PMI Audio Group the furnishing of this User Guide is provided for the sole use of the authorized User or Service Agent where applicable and does not give the User any license to use any trademarks copyrights or other intel lectual property of PMI Audio Group PMI PMI AUDIO TED FLETCHER MEEQUALIZER STUDIO PROJECTS JOEMEEK TOFT AUDIO DESIGNS CURRENTSENSE MEEKROPHONE TRAKPAK and If it Sounds Right It is Right are either registered trademarks or trademarks of PMI Audio Group in the U S A and or other countries Copyright 2006 PMI Audio Group All rights reserved OWNERS REGISTRATION CARD TO BE COMPLETED AT TIME OF PURCHASE Name Date of Purchase Serial Number Dealer s Name RETAIN
11. Power requirement Supplied Power Supply SPT3 110 220 Circuit vacuum tube impedance converter balanced transformer output Current 200V DC high voltage lt 1 5mA Filament 6 3V DC lt 370mA Connector Gold plated 7 pin XLR Diameter 2 1 length 8 9 Weight 26 90z 117 07 5 08 02 PM StudioProjects c4 The C4 is a 20mm diameter condenser microphone featuring inter changeable capsules linear low noise solid state electronics select able 10dB 20dB pads and selectable 150Hz 75Hz high pass filters It is intended for all around use on stage on location and in studios of all calibers Used as an omnidirectional pressure microphone the C4 offers a warm tonal response and is recommended for close miking in favor able acoustical environments There is very little off axis coloration owing to the inherent nature of pressure capsules and it is this combined with the low self noise of the mic circuitry that makes the C4 omni an excellent ambience mic especially in pairs In a good room a pair of omnis can provide a vibrant and live feel to recordings which is not achievable through the use of directional microphones The C4 omni is intended for all manner of recording tasks including vocal piano and orchestral use lent pickup of on axis sources while attenuating extraneous sound occurring from the side and rear of the mic This makes it ideal for close miking of individual instruments where bleed f
12. ayer of protection between vocalist and microphone Ideally suited for this purpose is the Studio Projects part SP MPF Additional benefits of the use of a pop filter are the reduction of plosives and sibilance Studio Projects recommends the use of a pop filter for all vocal work where vocalist and microphone are in close proximity Provided with all Studio Projects microphones is a zipper pouch or hard shell case When not in use storing the microphones in these provided accessories will help to protect them from moisture dust scratches and dents A foam windscreen is included with each microphone for use in conditions where wind may interfere with sound pickup To use simply slide windscreen over microphone grill Verify that microphone is properly oriented towards sound source as it is harder to see which way the mic is facing once the windscreen is in place In the event of the microphone exhibiting loss of signal and or rumbling noise place it in a warm low humidity environment such as the middle of the Sahara desert at high noon or preferably several inches beneath an incandescent light bulb This will help to remove any moisture If problems persist please contact Studio Projects directly using the contact infor mation found in this manual ELECTRICAL FEATURES The C1 C3 C4 amp LSD2 require 48 volt phantom power to operate Verify that your gain device preamp mixing console etc provides this feature Both microph
13. crophones and electronics started in 1999 by Alan Hyatt of PMI Audio Group Our line of award winning microphones and preamps is a result of a partnership between PMI Audio and Beijing 797 Audio Co LTD a manufacturer of condenser microphones and professional audio products since 1952 Within the line there is a broad and evolving range of tools designed to provide the engineer and recordist with a level of sonic quality and durability Studio Projects continues to prove that innova tive designs and years of experience produces quality products that fit well in all professional and home applications If you have any questions or issues at any time please feel free to contact us by phone or email or log on to our web forum at http Awww pmiaudio com forums GUIDELINES FOR PROPER CARE USE Large capsule capacitor mics such as the Studio Projects C series are built to handle a fairly substantial degree of abuse However one should always consider their investment and treat these mics with delicacy The capsule itself is by far the most easily damaged component within the microphone The biggest threat to a capsule is moisture and high humidity A cap sule corrupted by moisture will lose sensitivity and exhibit a rumbling sound This is due to the water molecules condensing within the very small gap between the diaphragm and backplate When this occurs the two plates cannot properly maintain their electrical charge The result is that the micro
14. h products original identification trade mark serial number markings have been defaced altered or removed PMI excludes from warranty coverage Products sold AS IS and or WITH ALL FAULTS and excludes used products which have not been sold by PMI to the Purchaser PMI also excludes from warranty coverage consumables such as fuses and batteries etc 4 Proof of purchase The dealer s dated bill of sale must be retained as evidence or the date of purchase and to establish warranty eligibility c_series_manual indd 18 19 DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY EXCEPT FOR THE FORGOING WARRANTIES PMI HEREBY DISCLAIM S AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR LIMITED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY OR ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND OR ANY WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO ANY CLAIM OF INFRINGEMENT THAT MAY BE PROVED IN SECTION 2 312 3 OF THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE AND OR IN ANY COMPARABLE STATE STATUE PMI HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTY THAT THE PRODUCT IS COMPATIBLE WITH ANY COMBINATION OF NON PMI AUDIO PRODUCTS PURCHASER MAY CHOOSE TO CONNECT TO THE PRODUCT LIMITATION ON LIABILITY THE LIABILITY OF PMI IF ANY AND PURCHASER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR DAMAGES FOR ANY CLAIM OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY AND WHETHER ARISING IN TORT OR CONTRACT SHALL NOT BE GREATER THAN THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH SUCH CLAIM IS MADE IN
15. hone is a dedicated 7 pin XLR to dual 3 pin XLR Y cable magnum sized foam windscreen standard shockmount and carrying case LSD2 SPECIFICATIONS Type Stereo condenser microphone with vertically coincident 1 06 27mm dual diaphragms Polar pattern Cardioid Omni directional Figure of 8 Frequency response 30 20000Hz Sensitivity 12mV Pa 38dB 0dB 1V Pa Output impedance lt 200 Ohm Load impedance gt 1200 Ohm Max SPL 132 142dB SPL for 1 THD 1000Hz 0dB 10dB pad OdB SPL 0 00002Pa Noise Line 28 dB A weighted 18 dB A S N ratio 76 dB Circuit JFET impedance converter discrete balanced output Power requirement 24v 52 5v phantom power x 2 Current Consumption 2 5MA Connector Gold plated 7 pin XLR breakout cable Size 2 1 53 34mm dia Weight 1 8 Ibs 1 17 07 5 08 04 PM STATEMENT OF ROHS COMPLIANCE PMI Audio Group manufactures complete electronic products which are cov ered by the European Union s Removal of Hazardous Substances directive 2002 95 EC RoHS This directive seeks to eliminate toxic substances from the manufacturing process such that when equipment is disposed of at the end of its life cycle the materials it contains do not contaminate the environ ment and pose health risks Banned substances are lead mercury cadmium hexavalent chromium polybrominated biphenyls PBB and polybrominated diphenyl ethers PBDE Lead is used together with tin
16. ic styles C1 SPECIFICATIONS Type Polar pattern Frequency response Sensitivity Output impedance Load impedance Max SPL Noise S N ratio Power requirement Current consumption Circuit Connector Pad Low Cut Diameter Weight Single diaphragm pressure gradient condenser microphone Cardioid 30Hz 20000Hz 14mV Pa 37dB 0dB 1V Pa lt 200 Ohm gt 1000 Ohm 131 dB SPL for 1 THD 1000Hz OdB SPL 0 00002Pa Line 27 dB A weighted 17 dB 77 dB 48 4V lt 2 5mA JFET impedance converter discrete balanced output Gold plated 3 pin XLR 10dB 20dB 6dB octave at 75Hz or 150Hz 2 1 length 8 9 26 90z 117 07 5 08 01 PM StudioProjects www studioprojects com CS The Studio Projects C3 is an externally polarized cardioid pressure gradient transducer microphone with FET impedance converter Diaphragm material is 6um mylar for natural reproduction of vocals and instruments It features a selectable pad and high pass filters as well as three directional pattern settings omnidirectional cardioid and figure of eight The output circuitry is active and is capable of driving long cable runs The C3 is useful for all man ner of recording work and music styles CS SPECIFICATIONS Type Polar pattern Frequency response Sensitivity Output impedance Load impedance Max SPL Noise S N ratio Power requirement Curren
17. ied by the manufacturer 12 Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combina tion to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped 15 Apparatus designed with Class l construction must be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection the third grounding prong 16 This apparatus may be equipped with a single pole rockerstyle AC mains power switch If so this switch is located on the front panel and should remain readily accessible to the user 17 The manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical specification of the product without prior notice 1 17 07 5 08 06 PM Bo E NOTES NOTES c_series_manual indd 16 17 1 17 07 5 08 06 PM STUDIO PROJECTS LIMITED WARRANTY THIS PRODUCT IS FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY PMI Audio Group warrants that all products will be free from defects in material or workmanship A For a
18. its then prevailing time and materials rate No repair or replacement by Purchaser of any Product or part thereof shall extend the warranty period as to the entire Product The specific warranty on the repaired part only shall be in effect for a period of ninety 90 days following the repair or replacement of that part or the remaining period of the Product warranty whichever is greater 2 Exclusive Remedy Acceptance Purchaser s exclusive remedy and PMI s sole obligation is to supply or pay for all labor necessary to repair any product found to be defective within the warranty period and to supply at no extra charge new or rebuilt replacements for defective parts If repair or replacement fails to remedy the defect then and only in such an event shall PMI exchange to Purchaser a new or reconditioned unit Purchaser s failure to make a claim as provided in paragraph 1 above or continued use of the product shall constitute an unqualified acceptance of such Product and a waiver by Purchaser of all claims thereto 3 Exceptions to Limited warranty PMI shall have no liability or obligation to Purchaser with respect to any Product subjected to abuse improper use negligence accident modification failure of the end user to follow the operating and maintenance procedures outlined in the users manual attempted repair by non qualified personnel operation of the unit outside of the pub lished environmental and electrical parameters or if suc
19. nce CAUTION Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instructions 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water Do not expose to drips or splashes Do not place any objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit Install only in racks designed for the purpose and in accordance with manufacturers instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specif
20. ones are solid state devices with externally polarized transducers FET impedance conversion circuitry and active outputs Theirindividual circuittopologies provide low noise and high sound pressure handling capabilities The T3 employs a separate power supply which provides power to the microphone The impedance circuitry is vacuum tube based with externally polarized transducer The output is balanced employing a humbucking transformer The circuit topology provides very high sensitivity low noise and high sound pressure handling capabilities 117 07 5 07 59 PM me StudioProjects OPERATION C11 Using a male to female 3 pin XLR cable plug microphone in to gain device preamp mixing console etc making sure that 48 volt phantom power is active and gain is not at a level sufficient to cause ear splitting feedback through monitor speakers Address microphone from the side not the top of the grill above the SP logo badge If bass cut is required select one of two featured high pass filters 150Hz setting will attenuate low frequencies by 6dB octave starting at 150Hz 75Hz Setting will attenuate low frequencies by 6dB octave at 75Hz The pad switch reduces the signal level between the capsule and the circuitry Engage 10dB or 20dB pad for very high sound pressure levels which may otherwise overload micro phone circuitry causing distortion CS Using a male to female 3 pin XLR cable plug microphone in to gain device
21. phone may become unusable and require repair Since it is a lot more fun to make recordings than to send your mic to us for servicing please consider the following e Improper vocal recording technique is the primary cause of moisture related capsule failure Breathing on the transducer will cause the mylar diaphragm to immediately fog up If this occurs repeatedly over time the capsule will most likely short out c_series_manual indd 4 5 Www studioprojects com This may seem a bit ironic since the microphones are intended for vocal use but with proper care and technique these problems can be avoided One easy way to prevent moisture from reaching the capsule is to put some distance between the vocalist and the microphone A distance of six to twelve inches is acceptable It is common to see stage performers sing ing directly into the grill of a handheld unit but these are generally dynamic microphones which are much more robust and employ an entirely different operating principle which is not nearly so susceptible to moisture Additionally large diameter capacitor microphones are quite sensitive It is not necessary to get right up on the grill Doing so may in fact result in artifacts such as sibilance and popping For reference it may be of help to look up a picture of Frank Sinatra or Billie Holiday to observe how these legends placed themselves in relation to their microphones A pop filter is a device used as an additional l
22. r supply Address microphone from the side not the top of the grill above the SP logo badge Note Power supply has 110v 240v switch Ensure that switch is set to proper AC voltage for your region This switch is set at the factory at the time of manufacture according to region but a microphone purchased used for instance may have the incorrect voltage setting Another note The presence of or lack of 48 volt phantom power will not affect operation of T3 c_series_manual indd 6 7 Www studioprojects com C4 Using a male to female 3 pin XLR cable plug microphone in to gain device preamp mix ing console etc of course all the while making sure that 48 volt phantom power is active and gain is not at a level sufficient to cause ear splitting feedback through monitor speakers Address microphone towards the grill mesh in the top of the microphone Included with all C4 microphone pairs are two sets of capsules two cardioid the ones with the holes around the circumfer ence and two omnidirectional no holes around circumference The threaded capsules may be changed by simply unscrewing one capsule and screwing another on to the amplifier body Since the threads are delicate take particular care not to cross thread the capsules during installa tion It will not harm the microphone to change the capsule while still plugged in but it will make a horrendous noise so it is always best to perform this operation while the
23. rom other nearby instruments or sound is undesirable The C4 cardioids also make excellent stereo pairs for coincident and near coincident miking techniques such as X Y and ORTF Additionally the C4 s are quite useful on a drum kit as overheads and on toms not to mention snare drum As a cardioid pressure gradient microphone the C4 provides excel 5 E For increased side and some rear attenuation the hypercardioid head HC1 is available for the C4 microphone This pressure gradient capsule is particularly useful for X Y ORTF speech and dialog pickup drum overheads and spot miking The C4 microphone set is offered in pairs with mic stand clips C4SC foam windscreens C4WS stereo bar SPSB and hard shell carrying case C4 SPECIFICATIONS Type 20mm diameter condenser microphone with FET impedance converter Polar pattern Omni directional pressure OC1 head pressure gradient cardioid CC1 head pressure gradient hypercardioid optional HC1 head Frequency response 20Hz 20kHz Sensitivity 39dB 39dB 38dB Output impedance lt 200 Ohm Load impedance gt 1200 Ohm Max SPL 158 dB SPL with 20dB pad Equivalent Noise 18 dB SPL A weighted per IEC268 15 S N ratio 76 76 77aB Power requirement P48 4V Current consumption 3 1ma Circuit JFET follower low distortion output buffer Connector Gold plated 3 pin XLR Pad 10dB 20dB Low cut 6 dB Octave at 75Hz 150Hz Length 4 90 124 5mm Diameter
24. s com downloads html TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS No Sound Whatsoever All C series microphones require external voltage in order to operate Verify that 48 volt phan tom power C1 C3 C4 amp LSD2 is present For T3 ensure that power supply is properly con nected and power is on Still No Sound C1 C3 C4 amp LSD2 Make sure microphone cable is XLR male to XLR female and connect only to inputs labeled Mic In or Microphone etc The Back Of My C3 T3 Sounds Different From The Front When Set To Figure Of Eight Are you monitoring with headphones while talking into the mic If so the back of the mic will sound strange This is because the rear diaphragm of the microphone takes the sound of your voice and flips it 180 out of phase Meanwhile the lower frequency range of your voice travels in phase along your jaw line to your ears When the out of phase signal from the headphones meets the in phase signal from your ears the two signals are phase cancelled Since this effect only occurs during the conditions described above it will not affect recordings 117 07 5 08 00 PM StudioProjects TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS cont Shockmount Looks As If It Should Fit On Mic Stand But For Some Reason It Will not Screw On There are two standard thread sizes for mic stands 5 8 27 and 3 8 16 Studio Projects shock mounts ship with a brass reducer installed which allows for the 3 8 16 threads For use with 5 8 27 mic stand threads
25. t consumption Circuit Connector Pad Low Cut Diameter Weight c_series_manual indd 10 11 1 inch large dual diaphragm FET condenser microphone Cardioid omni directional figure of 8 30Hz 20000Hz 12mV Pa 38dB 0dB 1V Pa lt 200 Ohm gt 1000 Ohm 132 142 152dB SPL for 1 THD 1000Hz Line 28 dB A weighted 18 dB 76 dB 48 4V lt 2 5mA JFET impedance converter discrete balanced output Gold plated 3 pin XLR 10dB 20dB 6dB octave at 75Hz or 150Hz 2 1 length 8 9 26 90z T3 The Studio Projects T3 is an externally polarized cardioid pressure gra dient transducer microphone with a vacuum tube based impedance con verter Diaphragm material is 6um mylar for natural reproduction of vocals and instruments The T3 features a humbucking output trans former for balancing the microphone signal and driving long cable runs Included with the microphone is a shockmount external power supply with AC cord dedicated 7pin XLR cable and hard shell road case T3 SPECIFICATIONS Type Large dual diaphragm vacuum tube microphone Polar pattern Cardioid omni directional figure 8 and 6 intermediate stages Frequency response 20Hz 20000Hz Sensitivity 14mV Pa 37 dB OdB 1V Pa Output impedance lt 250 Ohm Load impedance gt 1000 Ohm Max SPL 125dB SPL for 1 THD 1000Hz 0 dB SPL 0 00002Pa Noise Line 28 dB A weighted 18 dB A SIN ratio 76 dB
26. thin the EU The waste electric and electronic equipment can then be turned over to a disposal and recycling companies in the countries concerned Business to Customer products emerging electric and electronic equipment will be disposed of by local authori ties collection systems Dual Use products this equipment will be disposed of by local authorities collection systems IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION CAUTION CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE TEENS COVER NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALI FIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the ap pliance WARNING TO AVOID FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO WATER RAIN OR MOISTURE c_series_manual indd 14 15 This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel Please record the model number and serial number and retain them for your records Model number Serial number NOTE This apparatus does not exceed the Class A Class B
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