512 AUDIO 512-LLT Limelight Dynamic Vocal XLR Microphone User Guide

LIMELIGHT USER GUIDE
**DYNAMIC BROADCAST MICROPHONE

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WELCOME TO LIMELIGHT
A DYNAMIC MICROPHONE FROM 512 AUDIO
Whether you’re Podcasting, Broadcasting, Streaming, Gaming, or Recording, the new Limelight dynamic microphone is your key to studio-quality sound – no engineering degree needed. Designed by engineers with a deep passion for audio, Limelight is easy to use, built like a tank, and ready to help you bring your voice to the world. So let’s get started.

HAVE YOU MET MIC?

Limelight is an end-address microphone, which simply means that you’ll point the business end of the microphone at the sound you’re looking to capture.

At the other end, you’ll find the XLR connector which allows you to use a standard 3-pin microphone cable to connect Limelight to your audio mixer, interface or portable recorder.

You’ll also find a small switch to control the built-in High Pass Filter on the bottom of the mic. This clever little toggle will allow you to cut out unwanted boominess and rumble (if needed) without having to “Fix It In the Mix” later with EQ.

IS THIS A SETUP?

Limelight includes an adjustable swivel mount to easily position the microphone exactly where you want it. Simply attach the mount to your microphone stand or boom arm,  slip Limelight into the mount and use the tightening knob to get everything nice and snug. Be sure not to over-tighten! Use an XLR microphone cable to connect to your mixer, interface, or portable recorder and you’re good to go.

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Now that you’re up and running, let’s take a few moments to talk about how to get the best out of your new microphone. Here are a few tips to help you sound your best:
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

Limelight is a Dynamic Microphone with a Hypercardioid pickup pattern – that means it will primarily “listen” to what it’s pointed at and will largely ignore sounds off to one side or the other. This is a great feature for Podcasters working in the same room with a co-host where each microphone should ideally only pick up one voice. In this case, we
suggest placing the microphone 6 – 8 inches from the speaker, pointed at his or her mouth.

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EX-ING YOUR PLOSIVES
Are you worried about popping Ps and tapping Ts? Voiceover pros often use a pop filter in front of the microphone to take care of unwanted popping sounds, and it remains the most foolproof way to handle these noises. 512 Audio makes an affordable pop filter for just that purpose, which is available wherever 512 products are sold.

Pro-Tip
If you don’t have a pop filter available, you can still minimize popping sounds with a little bit of experimentation. As an exercise, place your hand in front of your face and say the word “pop” over and over. Now move your hand slowly from side to side as you speak. While your dog may think you’re losing your mind, you’ll quickly notice that you only feel the puffs of air when your hand is directly in front of your mouth. Simply move the microphone up or to the side – while still pointing it at your mouth – and you’re good to go.

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I’M READY FOR MY CLOSEUP
A wonderful bonus of dynamic microphone design is known as the “Proximity Effect.” Not to be confused with a restraining order, the Proximity Effect describes a pleasing
boost in the bass or low end of the sound as you move closer to the microphone. This can add a sense of intimacy to a voice and it’s a great way to release your inner FM Disc
Jockey.

GAIN THE ADVANTAGE

Not to be confused with volume, the Gain setting on your mixer, interface or portable recorder can ensure that you’re creating the absolute best – and noise-free – signal possible. This magical knob controls how sensitive the microphone is and has a dramatic effect on the quality of the sound that you’ll get. Set it too low, and no one will ever hear a word you’re saying. Set it too high and the microphone will pick up everything from the echo in your room to the air conditioning, your noisy chair, your loud neighbors, and the voices in your head. Either way, it’s not ideal. So grab the gain knob, speak and listen. As you turn the gain down,

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move the microphone closer to your mouth – the volume will stay the same but the sound will dramatically improve. Once you find your happy medium you’ll be on your way.
So take a few minutes and experiment with microphone Direction, Distance, and Gain. You are your voice and Limelight can help you sound your best.

SPECS AND TECH

WARRANTY STATEMENT

512 Audio warranties this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase, for the original purchaser to whom this equipment is registered. This warranty is non-transferable. This warranty is void in the event of damage incurred from unauthorized service to this unit, or from electrical or mechanical modification. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from abuse, accidental damage, misuse, improper electrical conditions such as mis-wiring, incorrect voltage or frequency, unstable power, disconnection from earth ground (for products requiring a 3 pin, grounded power cable), or from exposure to hostile environmental conditions such as moisture, humidity, smoke, fire, sand or other debris, and extreme temperatures. 512 Audio will, at its sole discretion, repair or replace this product in a timely manner. This limited warranty extends only to products determined to be defective and does not cover incidental costs such as equipment rental, loss of revenue, etc. Please visit us at www.512audio.com for more information on your warranty, or to request warranty service.
This warranty applies to products sold in the United States of America. For warranty information in any other country, please refer to your local 512 Audio distributors. This warranty provides specific legal rights, which may vary from state to state. Depending on the state in which you live, you may have rights in addition to those covered in this statement. Please refer to your state laws or see your local 512 Audio retailers for more information.

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