marantz PROFESSIONAL M4U USB Microphone User Guide

: June 17, 2024
: marantz PROFESSIONAL

Table of Contents

marantz PROFESSIONAL M4U USB Microphone
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Box Contents Microphone
Connecting Your Equipment
Audio Configuration
Technical Specifications
Trademarks & Licenses
Documents / Resources

marantz PROFESSIONAL M4U USB Microphone

Product Information

Specifications

Microphone Stand Base
Microphone Stand Clamp
Microphone A/D Converter
XLR to 3.5 mm Cable
Mini-USB to USB-A Cable
Safety & Warranty Manual

Product Usage Instructions

Connecting Your Equipment

Position the Microphone Stand Base on the desk or other surface where you’ll be keeping M4U.
Screw the Microphone Stand Clamp to the Microphone Stand Base.
Fasten the microphone to the clamp. Push down to snap in the microphone, which should connect with the clamp above the XLR Output. The On/Off switch on the microphone should be facing up. With the microphone fastened to the clamp, tilt the microphone up and down to adjust its angle as desired.
Use the included XLR to 3.5 mm cable to connect the microphone to the A/D Converter. Connect the XLR end of the cable to the XLR Output on the bottom of the microphone and the 3.5 mm end of the cable to the 3.5 mm Mic Input on the A/D Converter.
Use the included Mini-USB to USB-A cable to connect the A/D Converter to your computer. Connect the Mini-USB end of the cable to the corresponding port on the A/D Converter and connect the USB-A end of the cable to the corresponding port on your computer.
If you would like to monitor the microphone’s audio output while you use it, connect headphones (not included) to the 3.5 mm Audio Out on the A/D Converter.
Use the microphone’s On/Off switch to power it on. Then see the Audio Configuration instructions below to make sure your computer is set up to record audio from M4U.

Audio Configuration

Windows

Access the Sound control panel. You can do this by going to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound.
Click the Recording tab and select Marantz M4U Audio as the default device.
Click Properties in the lower right-hand corner. In the new window, click the Advanced tab and select 2-channel, 16-bit, 48000 Hz (Studio Quality) as the default format.
Uncheck both boxes under Exclusive Mode.
Click OK to close the Properties window. Then Click OK to close the Sound control panel.
Open the recording software that you plan to use on your computer.
Go to your software’s settings and select M4U USB Microphone as your audio input.

macOS

Go to Applications > Utilities > Audio MIDI Setup.
In the Audio Devices window, select Marantz M4U Audio in the left column.
Right-click Marantz M4U Audio and select Use this device for sound input.
Quit Audio MIDI Setup.
Open the recording software that you plan to use on your computer.
Go to your software’s settings and select M4U USB Microphone as your audio input.

FAQ

Q: Can I use different headphones with the A/D Converter?
A: Yes, you can use any headphones with a 3.5 mm jack with the A/D Converter.
Q: Can I connect the A/D Converter to a different device instead of a computer?
A: The A/D Converter is designed to be connected to a computer. It may not be compatible with other devices.

M4U
Quickstart Guide

marantzpro.com/support
For technical support.
marantzpro.com
For complete warranty information.

Quickstart Guide

Box Contents Microphone

A/D Converter
XLR to 3. 5 mm Cable
Mini-USB to USB-A Cable
Microphone Stand Base
Microphone Stand Clamp
Quickstart Guide
Safety & Warranty Manual

Connecting Your Equipment

Position the Microphone Stand Base on the desk or other surface where you’ll be keeping M4 U.
Screw the Microphone Stand Clamp to the Microphone Stand Base.
Fasten the microphone to the clamp. Push down to snap in the microphone, which should connect with the clamp above the XLR Output. The On/Off switch on the microphone should be facing up. With the microphone fastened to the clamp, tilt the microphone up and down to adjust its angle as desired.
Use the included XLR to 3.5 mm cable to connect the microphone to the A/ D Converter. Connect the XLR end of the cable to the XLR Output on the bottom of the microphone and the 3.5 mm end of the cable to the 3.5 mm Mic Input on the A/D Converter.
Use the included Mini-USB to USB-A cable to connect the A/D Converter to your computer. Connect the Mini-USB end of the cable to the corresponding port on the A/D Converter and connect the USB-A end of the cable to the corresponding port on your computer.
If you would like to monitor the microphone’s audio output while you use it, connect headphones (not included) to the 3.5 mm Audio Out on the A/D Converter.
Use the microphone’s On/Off switch to power it on. Then see the Audio Configuration instructions below to make sure your computer is set up to record audio from M4U.

Audio Configuration

To set M4U as your default audio recording device, follow the directions below based on your computer’s operating system.

Windows:

Access the Sound control panel. You can do this by going to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound.
Click the Recording tab and select Marantz M4U Audio as the default device.
Click Properties in the lower right-hand corner. In the new window, click the Advanced tab and select 2-channel, 16-bit, 48000 Hz (Studio Quality) as the default format.
Uncheck both boxes under Exclusive Mode.
Click OK to close the Properties window. Then Click OK to close the Sound control panel.
Open the recording software that you plan to use on your computer.
Go to your software’s settings and select M4U USB Microphone as your audio input.

macOS:

Go to Applications > Utilities > Audio MIDI Setup.
In the Audio Devices window, select Marantz M4U Audio in the left column.
Right-c lick Marantz M4U Audio and select Use this device for sound input.
Quit Audio MIDI Setup.
Open the recording software that you plan to use on your computer.
Go to your software’s settings and select M4U USB Microphone as your audio input.

Technical Specifications

Microphone Type	Electret condenser
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Frequency Response	70 Hz – 16 KHz
Sensitivity	-38 dB ± 3 dB (0 dB + 1 V/Pa @ 1 kHz)
Output Impedance	150 Ω ± 30% (@ 1 kHz)
Load Impedance	≥ 1000 Ω
Self Noise	18 dB A
Max SPL	136 dB (@ 1 KHZ ≤ 1 % THD)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	76 dB
Operating Temperature	32° F – 122° F (0° C – 50° C)
Operating Humidity	5% – 85% RH, no condensation
Storage Temperature	14° F – 140° F (-10° C – 60° C)

Dimensions

(diameter x length)

|

1.89” x 7.28” (microphone only)
48 mm x 185 mm (microphone only)

Weight|

0.56 lb. (microphone only)
0.25 kg (microphone only)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:

THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

Trademarks & Licenses

Marantz is a trademark of D&M Holdings Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Marantz Professional products are produced by inMusic Brands, Inc., Cumberland, RI 02864, USA.
Apple and macOS are trademarks or service marks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
All other product names, company names, trademarks, or trade names are those of their respective owners.

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