THUNDER iCON Pro Audio Space Series Microphones Instruction Manual
- September 3, 2022
- THUNDER
Table of Contents
THUNDER iCON Pro Audio Space Series Microphones
Important Safety Instructions
- Read this manual thoroughly before using this unit.
- Keep this manual for future reference.
- Take notice of and comply with all warnings included in the user’s manual or indicated on the appliance.
- Follow all instructions included in this manual.
- Do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Avoid having water or other liquids spilled on this unit.
- Do not block any ventilation openings or interfere with the proper ventilation of this unit. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Do not use or store near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other heat-producing appliances.
- To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not touch any exposed wiring while the unit is in operation.
- Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Unplug this unit and all connected electrical equipment during lightning storms or when left unused a long period of time.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the appliance has been damaged in any way or fails to operate normally.
Introduction
Firstly, congratulations on your purchase of the ICON Pro Audio Thunder
Studio condenser microphone! In these pages, you’ll find a detailed
description of the features of the Thunder Studio condenser microphone, as
well as instructions for their setup and use in addition to a full list of
specifications.
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As with most electronic devices, we strongly recommend you retain the original
packaging. In the unlikely event that the product is returned for servicing,
the original packaging (or reasonable equivalent) is required. With proper
care and adequate air circulation, your Thunder Studio condenser microphone
will operate flawlessly for many years to come.
We trust that this product will provide years of excellent service and in the
unlikely event that your product does not perform to the highest standard,
every effort will be made to address the issue.
What’s in the package?
- Thunder Studio condenser microphone
- Shock Mount
- Clip
- Metal Case
- Foam pop filter
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Features
The Thunder handheld condenser microphone offers superior sound quality and sensitivity in a hand held performance microphone. It comes complete with its own unique, patented hand-held shock mount – eliminating noises associated with handling mics in a live or studio setting. Want to attach the Thunder to a mic stand? iCON has you covered with the included clip which fits around the body of the handheld shock mount. This original, bold design will pristinely capture the intended sound and nothing more.
- Professional hand-build 27mm large-diaphragm capsule for full, open-sound and unsurpassed audio quality
- Ideal as a primary or support microphone for a variety of recording situations
- Cardioid pickup pattern for outstanding sound source separation and feedback rejection
- Pressure-gradient transducer with shock-mounted capsule
- Top-quality components including Wima capacitors and Fairchild resistors
- Perfect for vocal performance applications
- Ultra-rugged construction with all metal body
- Extremely high grade and long-lasting components
- Patented handheld suspension shock mount
- Metal storage case
Operating the Thunder
Powering the Thunder (48V)
The Thunder is a condenser microphone and therefore needs to be operated
by connecting a phantom power supply. Phantom power is standard on most
quality mixers, outboard MIC pre-amplifiers and hard disk recorders. If
necessary an external phantom power supply can also be used. The Thunder
receives the phantom power directly from a MIC cable when connected to a mixer
or other microphone input that includes a phantom supply. The power is
actually sent OUT of the microphone INPUT, riding silently along with the
audio signal. Most mixers have a switch to engage the phantom power so be sure
to check that the phantom power is on.
Setting up the signal level
When connecting the Thunder to a mixer or recorder input, be sure that the
input is of microphone level. Also, be sure that the 48V phantom power is
engaged as explained at the previous section “Powering the Thunder”. Most
mixers and recorders of reasonable quality will offer a microphone input with
MIC trim (usually called Trim or Gain) control. The purpose of the MIC trim
control is to optimize the amount of good signal to any noise associated with
the mixers electronics. A good MIC pre with trim also will have a Peak or Clip
LED. To set a good level on the MIC, set the Thunder up in front of the
desired sound source and slowly raise the MIC trim control until you see the
Peak LED light up. Then, turn the mix trim control down until the LED does not
light any more. On most mixers, the ideal setting is that the trim control is
turned up as much as possible without lighting the Peak LED.
Microphone Placement
In order to maximize the sound quality, you must pay careful attention to the
placement of your Thunder and how it is positioned for the instrument or
vocalist that you are making. All microphones, especially unidirectional or
cardioid microphones, exhibit a phenomenon known as the “proximity effect”.
Very simply put, the proximity effect is a resulting change in the frequency
response of a microphone based on the position of the microphone capsule
relative to the sound source. Specifically, when you point a cardioid MIC
directly at the sound source (on-axis) you will get the best frequency
response, however, when you start pointing the microphone slightly away (off-
axis) you will notice the low frequency dropping off and the microphone will
start to sound thinner.
For most vocal applications you’ll want to position the microphone directly in
front of the artist. The same may be true for miking instruments. However, you
can make some pretty amazing equalization adjustments by slightly changing the
angle of the capsule to the sound source. This can be a very useful technique
in capturing the optimum sound of drum kit, acoustic guitar, piano or other
instruments in a live room or sound stage. Experimentation and experience are
the best teachers in getting good sounds, so plug in!
P-Poping
P-Poping is that annoying pop sound that you can get when the microphone
diaphragm gets a blast of air from a vocalist pronouncing words with the
letter “P” included, (because it is a “plosive” syllable). Using the included
foam pop filter will help eliminate these unpleasant sounds.
Mounting the Thunder
Mount your Thunder into the provided suspension mount. Simply twist the Thunder into place.
Specifications
- Transducer type.electrostatic
- Operating principle. presure gradient
- The diaphragms active diameter…27mm
- Frequency range..20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Polar pattern…unidirectional,cardioid
- Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1000 Ω load..30mV/Pa
- Sensitivity (dB re iV/Pa)…-30.4dBV/Pa
- Output impedance…50 Ω
- Rated load impedance…1000 Ω
- Suggested load impedance…>500Ω
- Maximum SPL for 0,5% THD at 1000 Ω load…135 dB
- S/N Ratio DIN/IEC 651 A-weighten…80db
- Equivalent noise level DIN/IEC A-weighten…7dB
- The dynamic range of the microphone preamplifier…128 dB
- The phantom powering voltage on pin 2&3 of XLR ..+48V (+/-4V)
- Current consumption ..≤3 mA
- Output connector…3-pin XLR male
- Dimension…52mmX52mmX190mm
- Weight. 0.283kg
Services
If your Thunder needs servicing, follow these instructions.
Check our online Help Center at http://support.iconproaudio.com/hc/en-
us, for information, knowledge, and
downloads such as:
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Very often you will find solutions on these pages. If you don’t find a
solution, create a support ticket at our online Help Center at the link below,
and our technical support team will assist you as soon as we can. Navigate to
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ticket.
Once you have submitted an inquiry ticket, our support team will assist you to
resolve the problem with your ICON ProAudio device as soon as possible.
To send defective products for service:
- Ensure the problem is not related to operation error or external system devices.
- Keep this owner’s manual. We don’t need it to repair the unit.
- Pack the unit in its original packaging including end card and box. This is very important. If you have lost the packaging, please make sure you have packed the unit properly. ICON is not responsible for any damage that occurs due to non-factory packing.
- Ship to the ICON tech support center or the local return authorization. See our service centers and distributor service points at the link below:
If you are located in US
Send the product to:
North America
Mixware, LLC – U.S. Distributor 3086 W. POST RD.
LAS VEGAS NV 89118
Tel.: (818) 578 4030
Contact: www.mixware.net/help
If you are located in Europe Send the product to:
Sound Service GmbHEuropean HeadquarterMoriz-Seeler-Straße 3D-12489 Berlin
Telephone: +49 (0)30 707 130-0 Fax: +49 (0)30 707 130-189
E-Mail: [email protected]
If you are located in Hong Kong Send the product to:
ASIA OFFICE:
Unit F, 15/F., Fu Cheung Centre, No. 5-7 Wong Chuk Yueng Street, Fotan,
Sha Tin, N.T., Hong Kong.
Tel: (852) 2398 2286
Fax: (852) 2789 3947
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