LyxPRO LYXSDPC2 Pencil Condenser Mic Pair User Guide
- June 14, 2024
- LyxPro
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LyxPRO LYXSDPC2 Pencil Condenser Mic Pair
Thank you for purchasing the LyxPro Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Studio Microphone. This User Guide is intended to provide you with guidelines to ensure that operation of this product is safe and does not pose risk to the user. Any use that does not conform to the guidelines described in this User Guide may void the limited warranty.
Please read all directions before using the product and retain this guide for
reference. This product is intended for
household use only.
This product is covered by a limited one-year warranty. Coverage is subject to
limits and exclusions. See warranty for details.
What’s in the Box?
- Pencil condenser mics (2)
- Omni polar pattern capsules (2)
- Cardioid polar pattern capsules (2)
- Super cardioid polar pattern capsules (2)
- Windscreens (2)
- 2 tilting microphone clips (2)
- Aluminum carrying case
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read all safety precautions and operating instructions before attempting to operate the unit. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury, the following basic safety precautions should always be followed when using an electrical appliance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
- Condenser microphones are extremely moisture-sensitive. Never use your microphone in close proximity to water or in extremely humid conditions.
- Do not expose the microphone to extreme temperatures.
- Take care not to drop your microphone as this can lead to severe damage.
- After each use, wipe the microphone down with a soft cloth and place it back into its protective case.
- Do not attempt to alter or disassemble the microphone.
POWER SUPPLY
Phantom Power
This microphone requires phantom power to operate. Phantom power is DC current
generated from pro audio equipment such as mixers and pre-amplifiers, and
requires the use of a balanced microphone cable: XLR-to-XLR or XLR-to-TRS.
Always mute the sound on your system before you switch on the phantom power
supply.
Connecting to a Mixer or Computer
Computer:
To deliver audio directly to a computer, use a USB audio interface with an XLR
microphone input that provides the required phantom power.
Mixer:
When connecting to a mixer, use only balanced, microphone-level inputs with
phantom power. Most mixers have a switch for phantom power, so make sure
phantom power is on for that channel.
USAGE
- Turn on your amplifier or mixing board and set the volume control to the minimum position.
- Connect the phantom power to the microphone.
- Adjust your volume.
- Do not cover the head of the microphone, position it too close to the speaker, or point it directly at the speaker.
POLAR PATTERNS
Omnidirectional
Omni means “all” or “every,” hence the name for a mic that picks up sound
evenly from all directions. Since they are equally sensitive to sounds
originating from all angles, omnidirectional microphones are very useful for
capturing ambient noise. They are recommended for situations where the mic
must remain fixed while the sound source is moving, such as a lapel mic that
captures a speaker’s voice as he moves about. The disadvantage is that an omni
mic cannot be aimed away from undesired sources, such as PA speakers, which
may cause feedback.
Cardioid
Cardioid microphones 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, and essential for miking a live performance.
Super cardioid
Super cardioid microphones have a narrower area of sensitivity than cardioid
mics, offering more side rejection and less rear rejection. Because they pick
up a small amount of sound from directly behind, it’s important to place
monitor speakers to the side facing the “dead spots.” Super cardioids are
highly suited to very loud stage environments as they are very directional
with high gain before feedback. They’re great for zeroing in on that perfect
sweet spot for instruments, and are commonly used to mic drums and pianos. For
live recording sessions where isolation is important, super cardioid mics
minimize signal bleed between a vocalist and his
own instrument.
Specifications
- Element: Condenser
- Polar pattern: Omni / cardioid / super cardioid
- Frequency response: 30Hz-18 kHz
- Sensitivity: -38dB ± 3dB (0dB=1V/Pa at 1 kHz)
- Output impedance: 100 Ω ± 30% (at 1 kHz)
- Self noise: 24dB A
- Max. input SPL: 135db (at 1 kHz ≤1% THD)
- SNR: 70dB
- Power requirement: 9 – 52V phantom power
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