citronic UMK-7 Studio Mic Kit User Manual
- June 8, 2024
- citronic
Table of Contents
citronic UMK-7 Studio Mic Kit
Introduction
The UMK-7 is a complete studio microphone outfit for recording vocals and instruments into a computerbased recording suite via USB. The kit comprises a USB condenser microphone, shock-proof holder, foam pop filter, vocal pop screen, angle-poise boom arm with worktop clamp and a USB A to B connection lead.
Setting up
Attach the boom arm clamp to a desk or worktop by opening the clamp to slide onto the edge of the worktop with the cone on the top and tightening the underside screw clamp until it is firmly attached. The boom arm fits onto the clamp by slotting the black tube end into the hole in the cone at the top of the clamp. To mount the microphone on the boom arm, push the microphone (connector end first) into the shock-proof holder until it is held firmly and then screw the base of the holder onto the threaded adaptor on the silver end of the boom arm. Adjust and tighten the base of the mic holder at the required angle and use the angle poise mechanism to position the microphone where needed.
If required, place the foam pop filter over the microphone grille and/or attach the gooseneck clamp of the pop screen to the angle-poise boom arm for positioning the screen in front of the microphone. In addition to reducing pops and sibilance, this screen can be used to help maintain the mouth distance from the microphone for a more consistent vocal level. Connect the microphone to a USB port on the computer using the supplied lead and search for a USB audio device or “USB PnP Sound Device” in the computer hardware settings. Depending upon the software being used, select this as the input device to enable recording from the UMK-7 microphone. The USB provides power to the microphone and delivers the sound it picks up as high-quality digital audio to the computer. Check that the microphone is positioned correctly by increasing the volume whilst speaking into the microphone and checking the output to the computer. The voice should be clear and not muffled. If the voice is muffled, turn the microphone around until the front of the capsule is facing toward you, which should produce more detail and full frequency response.
Disposal
The “Crossed Wheelie Bin” symbol on the product means that the product is classed as Electrical or Electronic equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste at the end of its useful life. The goods must be disposed of according to your local council guidelines.
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