MXL USB.009 - Manual (Page 2)

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C
ongratulations
and thank you for purchasing the MXL ® USB.009
microphone. With up to 24-bit, 96 kHz recording capability, and 114 dB
dynamic range, you will be able to achieve the highest level of sonic
detail while maintaining the simplest of recording setups. The latest advances in
digital technology, along with years of research, have enabled MXL
® ’s engineering
team to produce the audio quality normally found in expensive, high-end multi-
channel computer interfaces within the body of this microphone.
Producing a feature rich USB microphone solution for the professional
Broadcast and music industries meant no compromises on quality. Because of this,
hand selecting the best components for the USB.009 was very important. At MXL
® ,
we know that with audio, no matter how good specs may look on paper, your ears
are the final judge.
Recording the best tracks demands a great mix with zero latency monitoring.
The MXL
® USB.009 delivers with rotary knobs that enable you to dial in the
perfect mix. When it’s time to listen back to the tracks you’ve recorded, or even
just listen to the latest CD you’ve purchased, the MXL
® USB.009 will dazzle with
its amazing detail and punch. What this means for you is a simple, feature-rich,
elegant all-in-one recording solution that is completely professional.
MXL ® USB.009 Features
● 24-bit A/D and D/A converters with up to 96 KHz recording capability
● 114 dB dynamic range, -100 dB THD+N
● 32mm pressure gradient condenser capsule
● Gold-sputtered diaphragm
● Cardioid polar pattern
● USB 1.1 and 2.0 compatible
● Zero latency monitoring
● Mix control adjusts balance between playback and live signals
● Analog gain control adjusts live microphone record level
● 1/8-inch stereo headphone jack with adjustable volume control
● Plug and Play with no special drivers* preamps, mixers or any other
external devices required.
● Blue LED capsule illumination signifies microphone is powered and active
● USB powered – no external power supply required
* To optimize the performance of the MXL ® USB.009 with windows we
Recommend downloading and using the free Asio4All driver from
www.ASIO4ALL.com
Instrument Handling
The MXL ® USB mics are a professional quality, cardioid condenser studio
microphone designed specifically for recording. Unlike microphones designed for
live performance or lesser dynamic model microphones, this instrument requires
careful handling. Hence, you should observe the following:
ALWAYS… handle the microphone carefully, avoiding sudden shocks such as
dropping or bumping the microphone into other objects.
ALWAYS… maintain a distance of approximately 4 – 6 inches when speaking
or singing into the microphone. You are encouraged to use a pop filter for added
protection of the sensitive capsule and to shield the instrument from saliva and
sudden bursts of air.
NEVER… tap the microphone to check if it’s working. The BLUE LED behind
the microphone’s protective grill will tell you it’s on and that the correct side is
facing you.
NEVER… blow into the microphone to check if it’s working. The BLUE LED
behind the microphone’s protective grill will tell you it’s on and that the correct side
is facing you.
By following these few basic handling procedures, you can expect a long and
trouble-free relationship with your new microphone. Again, thank you for your
purchase of this outstanding MXL
® microphone.
A Little Background Information
MXL ® condenser microphones use what is known as a cardioid pickup pattern,
which is more sensitive to sound waves arriving at the front of the microphone as
opposed to those arriving from the sides or rear. Unlike other MXL
® models, this
microphone benefits from being a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device—meaning
this is a plug and play microphone that will interface with Windows and Macintosh
computers without the need for any special drivers. As a USB device, it carries the
added benefit of not requiring an external microphone preamp, as is the case with
most condenser microphones.
We’ve already mentioned the importance of proper handling, but should you find
yourself recording an outdoor performance, you would be well advised to use a
windscreen as protection for your microphone.