User’s Manual
Version 1.0 March 2006
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LARGE-DIAPHRAGM STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONE C-3
3.1 Cardioid
Microphones with this polar pattern (switch position: middle,
)
are most sensitive to sound coming from in front of the
microphone, and also to a lesser extent from the sides. Sound
coming from behind the microphone will be greatly attenuated.
This makes the cardioid polar pattern most suitable for recording
individual instruments or vocals within a group.
3.2 Figure Eight
Microphones featuring the figure eight polar pattern (switch
position: left, ) are most sensitive to sound coming from either
directly in front of or directly behind the microphone. Sound
coming from either side or above / below is greatly attenuated.
This polar pattern is perfectly suited as a reporter mic for two
speakers. This pattern can also allow you to create a natural
reverb or delay effect. This is achieved by placing the
microphone between the sound source and a wall. The direct
sound reaches the „front“ membrane first, the reflected sound
reaches the „rear“ membrane a short time later. You can adjust
the delay / reverb time by changing the distance from the mic to
the wall.
3.3 Omnidirectional
If you use the C-3 with the omnidirectional polar pattern selected
(switch position: right, ), the microphone is equally susceptible
to sound coming from all directions. This polar characteristic is
particularly well suited to sessions in which a natural sounding
recording is sought, or when several sound sources surround
the C-3.
4. LOW CUT-FILTER AND SIGNAL LEVEL ATTENUATION
The low cut filter is activated via the left switch located at the
front of your C-3 (switch position: left,
). Disruptive, low-
frequency sounds such as subsonic noise, snapping and wind
sounds can be filtered out. When the low cut filter is active,
when recording a voice from a close distance, you get an almost
entirely linear frequency response.
The switch located on the front right side of your C-3 activates
the -10 dB signal level attenuation (switch position: right, -10 dB).
This function is particularly recommended when recording im-
pulse sound sources with high sound pressure (e.g. a bass
drum).
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4. LOW CUT-FILTER AND SIGNAL LEVEL ATTENUATION
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5. MICROPHONE INSTALLATION
A holder is screwed onto your micro-
phone, allowing you to attach it to mic
stands with a 3/8" or 5/8" thread. An
adapter has been included. First
dismantle the microphone
stand mount adapter
from the
by detaching
the fine-thread shoulder screw
at
the bottom end of the microphone. Fas-
ten the adapter onto the microphone
stand, place the microphone into it and
tighten the screw again.
Basically, the microphone in the stand
mount adapter should stand upright and
face the sound source at a right angle.
The angle of the microphone to the
sound source influences the sound of
the recording; therefore, experiment
with different positions until you achieve
Fig. 5.1: Attaching
the microphone stand
the desired sound. To this end, you can rotate the mic in the
stand mount adapter by loosening the screw somewhat and
tightening it again.
If necessary, you can bend the microphone out of its vertical
position by using the hinge on the microphone stand.
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Please make sure to handle the microphone shaft
with attention and care to avoid damaging the
screw thread. In no situation should you ever
apply excessive force.
Of course, you can detach the C-3 from the stand mount adapter
and attach it to a commercially available suspension mount.
6. AUDIO CONNECTION
Use a balanced XLR microphone cable with the following pin
assignment: pin 1 = shielding; pin 2 = +; pin 3 = -. Since your C-3
features gold-plated contact points throughout, we recommend
that you use only microphone cables with gold-plated connectors.
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6. AUDIO CONNECTION
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7. LEVEL SETTING/ADJUSTING THE BASIC SOUND
Adjust the gain control in the microphone channel of your mixing
console so that the peak LED lights up only occasionally or never
at all. The EQ controls in the microphone channel should be set to
mid-travel position to start with; low cut filter and signal level
attenunation should be switched off. To get the sound you want,
try changing the mic position relative to the sound source or
even move the microphone around in the recording room of your
studio. Adjusting the angle at which walls face the sound source
can also be helpful. Only when the desired basic sound has
been achieved, should you start to use equalizers and signal
processors, if any at all (remember: less is often more!)
Due to the extremely linear frequency response and the high
sonic resolution of your C-3, there is no need for high-frequency
“EQing” that can heavily influence the signal and unnecessarily
increase the noise level. The C-3 provides that much-desired
transparency which often gets lost during recording and mixing.
8. WARRANTY
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The currently applicable warranty conditions can
be found on our website at http://
9206 4199 or telephone +49 2154 9206 4166.
9. SPECIFICATIONS
Transducer type:
Polar pattern:
Connection:
condenser, 16 mm
cardioid, figure 8, omni
gold-plated balanced
XLR connector
-40 dBV/pa (10 mV/pa)
40 Hz - 18 kHz
142 dB
Open circuit sensitivity:
Frequency response:
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Max. SPL ( 0,5% THD @ 1 kHz):
Equivalent noise level:
Dynamic range:
Rated Impedance
Supply voltage:
Supply current:
Dimensions:
23 dBA (IEC 651)
119 dB
350 Ω
+48 V
7.0 mA
∅ shaft: 54 mm,
length: 180 mm
approx. 0.45 kg
Weight:
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Super Cardioid
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Omni
Polar pattern
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Cardioid
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Omni
Low Cut
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Frequency response
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