Bartlett Audio Behringer EQ700 Graphic Equalizer Pedals Instructions
- June 13, 2024
- Bartlett Audio
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Bartlett Audio Behringer EQ700 Graphic Equalizer Pedals
Product Information
The product being discussed in the user manual is a microphone equalizer (EQ) system. It provides different methods and devices for equalizing the sound of a microphone on stage. The manual mentions two options for EQing the mic: using a graphic equalizer pedal or using a mic preamp with built-in EQ.
Graphic Equalizer Pedals
- Behringer EQ700: Price: $28, 7-band EQ, plastic housing
- MXR M108S: Price: $129, 10-band EQ, metal housing
- Whirlwind Perfect 10: Price: $218, 10-band EQ, metal housing
Note: These EQ pedals have high impedance connections, so an impedance- matching transformer is required for Bartlett mics (except the Guitar Mic-B).
Impedance-Matching Transformer
To connect low-impedance Bartlett mics to high-impedance EQ pedals, an impedance-matching transformer is needed. The recommended transformer is the Shure A85F, priced at $18. It converts a low-impedance XLR connection to a high-impedance 1/4 phone plug and provides 24 dB of gain.
Phantom Power Supply
A phantom power supply is required to power the microphone. The Behringer PS400 is recommended, priced at $29.
Mic Preamps with EQ
Alternatively, mic preamps with built-in EQ can be used to equalize the mic’s sound. Two examples mentioned in the manual are:
- Headway EDB-2 preamp: Features an XLR mic input with phantom power.
- Grace Design Felix 2 preamp: Features an XLR mic input with phantom power, along with 1/4 jacks for pickups.
Product Usage Instructions
Using a Graphic Equalizer Pedal
- Connect the Bartlett Mic to a phantom power supply.
- Connect a short mic cable from the phantom power supply to the Shure A85F impedance-matching transformer.
- Connect the EQ pedal to the output of the Shure A85F transformer.
- Finally, connect the EQ pedal to your amplifier or direct box using a guitar cord.
Using a Mic Preamp with Built-in EQ
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Plug the Bartlett Mic directly into the mic input of the chosen
preamp. -
Turn on phantom power in the preamp.
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Adjust the EQ settings on the preamp as desired to achieve the
desired sound.
Note : Ensure that all connections are properly made and secure to avoid any sound issues or interruptions during usage.
HOW TO EQ YOUR MIC ON STAGE By Bruce Bartlett
One low-cost method is to use a graphic equalizer pedal. Here are some EQ pedals:
- Behringer EQ700 $28, 7-band, plastic housing
- MXR M108S $129, 10-band, metal housing
- Whirlwind Perfect 10 $218, 10-band, metal housing
Those devices are high impedance in and out, but all Bartlett mics are low
impedance (except the Guitar Mic-B). So you’d need an impedance-matching
transformer such as the Shure A85F for $18. It converts a low-impedance XLR to
a high-impedance 1/4″ phone plug and provides 24 dB of gain.
The connections would be like this: Bartlett Mic > phantom power supply >
short mic cable > Shure A85F > EQ > guitar cord to your amp or direct box.
The Behringer PS400 is a good phantom supply for about $29.
Another way to EQ your mic is with a mic preamp that has built-in EQ. Plug the
mic directly into the preamp, and turn on phantom power in the preamp. Then
set the EQ as desired.
Some examples of mic preamps with EQ:
Headway EDB-2 preamp. It has an XLR mic input with phantom power. Grace Design
Felix 2 preamp. It also has an XLR mic input with phantom power, plus 1/4″
jacks for pickups.