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INSTRUCTIONBOOKCONTENTSThis 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
What is Studio Projects?...................................................................................................2reaching the capsule is to put some distance between the vocalist and the microphone. A
Guidelines For Proper Care/Use ......................................................................................2distance of six to twelve inches is acceptable. It is common to see stage performers sing-
Electrical Features?........................................................................................................3ing directly into the grill of a handheld unit, but these are generally dynamic microphones,
Operation???????????????????.................................................4
which are much more robust and employ an entirely different operating principle - which is
Troubleshooting Tips???????????????????..........??????5not nearly so susceptible to moisture. Additionally, large diameter capacitor microphones are
Origins and manufacture.................................................................................................6
Applications....................................................................................................................6quite sensitive. It is not necessary to get right up on the grill. Doing so may in fact result in
C1..................................................................................................................................7artifacts such as sibilance and popping. For reference, it may be of help to look up a picture
C3......................................................................................................................................8of Frank Sinatra or Billie Holiday to observe how these legends placed themselves in relation
T3..................................................................................................................................9to their microphones.
C4..................................................................................................................................10
LSD2................................................................................................................................11 A pop filter is a device, used as an additional layer of protection between vocalist and
microphone. Ideally suited for this purpose is the Studio Projects part# SP-MPF. Additional
WHATISSTUDIOPROJECTS?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
Based in Gardena, California, Studio Projects is a line of microphones and electronics started in close proximity.
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 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
condenser microphones and professional audio products since 1952.
moisture, dust, scratches and dents.
Within the line, there is a broad and evolving range of tools designed to provide the engineer and
A foam windscreen is included with each microphone for use in conditions where wind may
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 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
home applications.
mic is facing once the windscreen is in place.
If you have any questions or issues at any time, please feel free to contact us by phone or email,
In the event of the microphone exhibiting loss of signal and or rumbling noise, place it in a
or log on to our web forum at http://www.pmiaudio.com/forums/.
warm, low humidity environment, such as the middle of the Sahara desert at high noon, or
GUIDELINESFORPROPERCARE/USEpreferably 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-
Large capsule capacitor mics such as the Studio Projects C-series, are built to handle a fairly mation found in this manual.
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 ELECTRICALFEATURES
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 The C1, C3, C4 & LSD2 require +48-volt phantom power to operate. Verify that your gain device
water molecules condensing within the very small gap between the diaphragm and backplate. (preamp, mixing console, etc.) provides this feature. Both microphones are solid state devices
When this occurs, the two plates cannot properly maintain their electrical charge. The result with externally polarized transducers, FET impedance conversion circuitry and active outputs.
is that the microphone may become unusable and require repair. Since it is a lot more fun to Their individual circuit topologies provide low noise and high sound pressure handling capabilities.
make recordings than to send your mic to us for servicing, please consider the following:
The T3 employs a separate power supply, which provides power to the microphone. The
Improper vocal recording technique is the primary cause of moisture-related capsule failure. impedance circuitry is vacuum tube based with externally polarized transducer. The output
Breathing on the transducer will cause the mylar diaphragm to immediately fog up. If this is balanced, employing a humbucking transformer. The circuit topology provides very high
occurs repeatedly over time, the capsule will most likely short out. sensitivity, low noise and high sound pressure handling capabilities. |
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