Bedienungsanleitung
Instructions for use
Notice d`emploi
Istruzioni per l`uso
Instrucciones para el uso
Gebruiksaanwijzing
914
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914
The
cardioid
914
is
a
pre-polarised
condenser
microphone designed for demanding applications which
require a wide frequency response, high sound pressure
level, fast transient response and a compact design. With
its frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz, the
914 is
able to capture the full sound of the instrument, while its
cardioid pick-up pattern isolates the microphone from
other on-stage signals.
An excellent microphone for cymbals and hi-hat, the
914 is also an ideal choice for precussion, woodwind
and string instruments.
Its excellent acoustic properties also make it a valuable
tool for home recording, the project studio and live stereo
pair recording.
Features
Outstandingly vivid and clear sound
Three-position sensitivity switch
Three-position bass roll-off/cut-off filter switch
Excellent directivity across the whole frequency range
High maximum sound pressure level
Wide frequency response
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Delivery includes
914 microphone
Pouch
MZQ 800 microphone clamp
MZW 64 windshield
Instructions for use
Warranty Certificate
Note:
The microphone head is not compatible with the K6
powering module.
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Sensitivity and bass filter
The
914 is equipped with a three-position sensitivity
switch (A) and a bass filter switch (B).
Adjusting the sensitivity (A)
The microphone sensitvity can remain unchanged (0) or
be reduced by 10 dB or 20 dB. The latter is recommended
when there is a risk that the microphone or subsequent
microphone input is overmodulated, e.g. due to high
sound pressure levels from drums, brass instruments, etc.
Note:
We recommend that you mute the corresponding
microphone channel on the mixing console before
connecting and disconnecting the microphone cable,
switching on and off the phantom powering or setting
the switches (see figure above).
A
B
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Frequency response curves with different sensitivities
Adjusting the bass filter (B)
The
914 has been designed for an extended low-
frequency bass response. With certain live or close
instrument miking applications, an over-emphasis of the
low frequencies can occur. This can be compensated for
by the 6 dB/octave roll-off filter. The cut-off filter reduces
low-frequency wind noise by 18 dB/octave.
Frequency response curves with different filters
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dBv
bass
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roll off
cut off