512 AUDIO 512-UPM Tempest Professional Large Diaphragm USB Microphone User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- 512 AUDIO
Table of Contents
TEMPEST
PROFESSIONAL LARGE-DIAPHRAGM USB MICROPHONE
WELCOME
Congratulations on becoming an owner of Tempest, a true studio condenser mic
with USB-C connectivity. Tempest delivers superior audio in a design
reminiscent of classic professional microphones. Tempest features a zero-
latency stereo headphone output, adjustable volume, digital gain, push-button
mute, and violet LED-lit microphone capsule. Tempest brings the pristine sound
of a recording studio to your desk so you can sound your best.
FEATURES
TRUE LARGE DIAPHRAGM MICROPHONE CAPSULE
Vintage-inspired 34mm gold-plated capsule engineered with premium components.
ZERO-LATENCY STEREO HEADPHONE OUTPUT
Industry-standard 1/s” headphone jack for simple and easy zero-latency
monitoring.
HEADPHONE VOLUME, MIC GAIN, AND MUTE CONTROL
Quickly adjust the headphone volume, mic gain (sensitivity), and mute Tempest
with onboard controls on the front of the microphone. When the mute LED is
red, Tempest is muted.
PROFESSIONAL ACCESSORIES
Includes premium desktop stand and professional shock mount for connecting to
mic stand or boom arm.
USB-C CONNECTIVITY
Tempest connects to any Mac or PC with the included USB-C to USB-A cable.
GETTING STARTED WITH TEMPEST
First, remove Tempest from its packaging and attach the included arm mount to the bottom of the microphone. Rotate and tighten as needed so that the gain/volume/mute controls are in front of you and the microphone is firmly attached to the arm mount. You are now ready to attach Tempest to the included desktop stand. Alternatively, you can attach Tempest to the included professional shock mount to mount Tempest to a mic stand or boom arm. As above, ensure Tempest’s controls are facing you when you want to record or stream. Once mounted to your mic stand of choice, connect Tempest to your computer with the included USB-C to USB-A cable. The violet capsule LED should illuminate, which indicates that the microphone is now powered.
Next, position the microphone a few inches away from your mouth. That’s it! You’re all set to capture studio-quality audio. Enjoy!
WINDOWS QUICKSTART GUIDE
(Windows 7, 8.1, 10, or newer)
- Connect Script to your PC with the included USB cable.
- Click Start (or the Windows logo), then select Control Panel.
- Once you open Control Panel, select the “Sound” icon.
- Click the “Recording” tab and select “Tempest”.
- Click the “Playback” tab and select “Tempest”.
MAC OS QUICKSTART GUIDE
(macOS 10.10 or newer)
- Connect Script to your Mac with the included USB cable.
- Open System Preferences and select the “Sound” icon.
- Click the “Input” tab and select “Tempest.”
- Click the “Output” tab and select “Tempest.”
- On the same screen, locate the “Output” volume and set it to 100%.
POPULAR SOFTWARE COMPATIBILITY
With universal compatibility and driverless installation, it’s easy to use Tempest with your favorite software. Tempest works seamlessly with the apps and software you already use including Garageband, iMovie, Zoom, Facetime, Skype, Audacity, Logic Pro, and more. Choose Tempest as your audio input in the software of your choice, and begin to capture studio-quality audio.
MIC GAIN CONTROL
The Gain knob controls the sensitivity of the microphone. Set it too low, and your audience may not be able to hear your voice. Set it too high and the microphone will be exceptionally sensitive, making your voice unbearably loud for your listeners. Setting the gain too high can also lead to excessive background noise and distortion. The best way to avoid gain issues is to take time to set your levels. Spend a few minutes experimenting to find the right balance and you’ll be on your way to professional sound quality in no time.
SIDE ADDRESS
Tempest is a side-address microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. This means that sound is captured from the front of the microphone, not the top. So you should speak, sing, or play facing the onboard controls. With a cardioid pickup pattern, Tempest captures audio directionally from the front and rejects audio from the sides and back.
SPECS
MICROPHONE
Capsules: 34mm Large-Diaphragm Gold-Plated Capsule
Sample Rates: 48kHz
Bit Rate: 24-bit
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz
Microphone Gain: 45dB max
Direct Monitoring: Zero Latency
Interface/Output Cable: USB-C to USB-A
HEADPHONE OUTPUT
3.5mm Stereo Jack: Zero-latency monitoring
Bit Rate: 24-bit
Sample Rate: 48kHz
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Premium Desktop Stand, hard mount and shock mount (for mounting on a Boom Arm), and USB Cable.
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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 miswiring, 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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