RODE Microphones Instruction Manual
- June 7, 2024
- Rode
Table of Contents
RODE Microphones
Introduction
The S1 is the result of over 30 years of experience in stage sound technology.
The design brief was simple- build the best vocal mic in the world! How do you achieve that? Well, you need to have a sound quality that is equal to the finest studio microphones, and certainly, RØDE has the experience to make this happen!
The studio quality is a great start, but for living use, the microphone must not suffer from feedback, handling, or plosive noise. It must also have a tailored response that takes into consideration the proximity effect. What else? It must be able to take the knocks and bumps of the road! The S1 does it all, and in my opinion, is the best-looking vocal mic around.
While using the S1 is quite simple, and there are not many things you need to learn, please take a moment to read through this user manual, and then visit www.rodemic.com and register your microphone for a full ten-year warranty.
While there you can view studio tips and techniques, as well as browse the comprehensive range of accessories for RØDE microphones. Thank you for investing in your S1 live condenser microphone.
Peter Freedman
RØDE Microphones
Sydney Australia
Specifications
Acoustic Principle: Pressure gradient
Directional Pattern: Super Cardioid (See graph)
Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (see graph)
Output Impedance: 50Ω
Sensitivity: -46 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (5 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
Equivalent Noise: 18 dB SPL (A-weighted per IEC651)
Maximum Output: +12.5dBu (@ 1kHz, 0.7% THD into 1KΩload)
Dynamic Range: 132 dB (per IEC651, IEC268-15)
Maximum SPL: 151dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 0.7% THD into 1KΩ load)
Signal/Noise: 75 dB SPL (A-weighted per IEC651)
Power Requirement: P48 (48V) phantom supply
Output Connection: 3-Pin XLR
Net Weight: 308gm
Frequency Response
Polar Response
Accessories
Features
- Studio recording-quality specification
- Supercardioid polar pattern
- Rugged all-metal construction
- Attractive satin nickel/black finish.
- Heat-treated high strength mesh head
- Custom designed internal plosives screen
- Low handling noise
- Made in Australia
- 10-year warranty*
*Online product registration required.
Using the S1
- The S1 is a phantom-powered microphone. To operate correctly it requires a 48V phantom supply from the mixing console, PA head, or another source.
- It is recommended that you use a high-quality microphone lead, and keep it as short as practical for your stage set up. This will ensure the highest quality sound reproduction.
- When using stage monitors, set them up as shown below. This will direct the sound to your ears and towards the least responsive part of the S1’s pick-up pattern.
While PA setup is well beyond this manual, if you want to get the best sound
possible with the least problems, we recommend a book by Australian audio
legend Duncan Fry, titled “Live Sound Mixing”.
A quick tip to reduce feedback – never put your hands over the ball head. This
can significantly change the pick-up area of the mic and can cause feedback.
And of course, never point the front of the mic at the speakers!
- The ball head of the S1 is an engineering marvel. Made up of five separate mesh screens the outer is heat-treated steel, which has been bead-blasted and nickel-plated. Internally we have stainless steel meshes as well as a final nylon mesh. These filters are designed to remove vocal plosives, while not affecting the frequency response. The mesh head can be unscrewed and washed in soap and water. Please fully dry the head before re-assembly and be sure to take care with the mic once the head has been removed.
Storage
- After use, the S1 should be wiped with a dry, soft cloth and placed in its protective case.
- Be sure to place the moisture-absorbent crystals (supplied) at the head of the microphone, so as to absorb any moisture present.
- Eventually, this pack of crystals will need to be dried. This is indicated by the crystals turning pink in colour.
- They can easily be re-used by placing them in an oven at 100 – 150 degrees celsius for approximately ten minutes. The crystals will operate effectively again once they have turned blue.
Warranty
All RØDE microphones are warranted for one year from the date of purchase. You can extend that to a full ten years if you register online at www.rodemic.com.
The warranty covers parts and labor that may be required to repair the microphone during the warranty period. The warranty excludes defects caused by normal wear and tear, modification, shipping damage, or failure to use the microphone as per the instruction guide.
If you experience any problem or have any questions RØDE regarding your microphone, first contact the dealer who sold it to you. If the microphone requires a factory-authorized service, the return will be organized by that dealer.
We have an extensive distributor/dealer network, but if you have difficulty getting the advice or assistance you require, do not hesitate to contact us directly.
RØDE Microphones
International
PO Box 6685
Silverwater NSW 2128 Australia
Ph:+61 2 9648 5855
Fax:+61 2 9648 2455
USA
P.O. Box 4189
Santa Barbara, CA 93140-4189
Ph: 805 566 7777
Fax: 805 566 0071
Technical Support
For information and technical support questions contact:
support@rodemic.com
In the United States and Puerto Rico, contact
usasupport@rodemic.com or call 425 398-1910
In Australia, contact ozsupport@rodemic.com or
call (02) 9648 5855
Anywhere except Australia, the United States, and Puerto Rico,
contact support@rodemic.com or call +61 2 9648
5855
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