Bartlett Audio Behringer EQ700 Graphic Equalizer Pedals Instructions

June 13, 2024
Bartlett Audio

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

  1. Connect the Bartlett Mic to a phantom power supply.
  2. Connect a short mic cable from the phantom power supply to the Shure A85F impedance-matching transformer.
  3. Connect the EQ pedal to the output of the Shure A85F transformer.
  4. Finally, connect the EQ pedal to your amplifier or direct box using a guitar cord.

Using a Mic Preamp with Built-in EQ

  1. Plug the Bartlett Mic directly into the mic input of the chosen
    preamp.

  2. Turn on phantom power in the preamp.

  3. 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.

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