MXL 860 Ribbon - Manual (Page 2)

Thank you for purchasing the MXL 860 side address ribbon microphone. With
proper care, this mic will provide many years of satisfaction. For best results,
please take a few moments to review this literature.
Enjoy your microphone!
The MXL Team
General Characteristics
The MXL 860 uses an aluminum ribbon transducer which by nature
is a bidirectional (figure-8) pickup pattern. A figure-8 pattern will pick
up sounds from the front and back sides of the microphone with equal
sensitivity while maintaining a large amount of rejection 90° off access.
The front of the microphone is indicated by the MXL logo where
the audio signal is “in-phase” while the back side has an inverted
phase. Ribbon mics typically have a lower output than condenser
microphones and may require a preamplifier with a lot of gain. It is highly
recommended to use a preamp with low noise, high gain, and an input
impedance of 1500 ohms or greater. We strongly advise experimentation
with placement and isolation requirements with the gain initially set low to
avoid possible equipment (and hearing) damage.
Shockmount
The high isolation shockmount may shift during shipping. Simply shift
the elastic bands to center the microphone in the assembly. Be sure that
the wire clamp does not rest on the chassis of the mount, as this impairs
mechanical isolation. Slide the shockmount up the body of the microphone
and stop just below the grill for the most secure hold.
Contents
Unpack your MXL 860 microphone carefully and verify that all of the
following items are included:
• MXL 860 microphone
• Shockmount
• microfiber cleaning cloth
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the company from
which you purchased the microphone.
Power Requirement
IMPORTANT! This microphone does NOT require a power supply. Use
of phantom power with this microphone is NOT recommended as it can
severally damage the ribbon element and cause the microphone to be
unsable.
Microphone Cable
This microphone connects to a mixer or preamp via XLR cable (not
included). The microphone cable can have a profound effect on the sound
of any microphone. Even the finest microphones will sound poor if the
interconnect cable allows noise to enter, or causes distortion and loss of
Specifications
Warranty
Marshall microphones are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship
for one year from the date of purchase. Should you encounter any problem with
this unit, promptly contact the company you purchased it from for assistance. The
original dated sales receipt will be necessary for any warranty claim. Do not send
any unit directly to us without prior authorization from our service department.
Warranty coverage is limited to repair or replacement (at our option) of the
microphone, and does not cover incidental damages due to use of this unit, nor
damage caused by accidental misuse of this product.
Frequency Chart Polar Pattern
information. Use only the best microphone cable your budget will allow. We
recommend Mogami cable for the best results.
Care
Dust and foreign material can degrade the performance of a microphone
over time so always store the unit in its case. For vocals closer than 3", use a
pop filter or a foam windscreen to avoid getting moisture on the diaphragm
as this can substantially degrade the microphone’s performance. Store the
microphone in its original packaging in a cool, dry place along with the
included packet of silica gel. These steps will help keep the mic in proper
working order and sounding its best for many years to come.
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Type Ribbon Velocity Microphone
Ribbon Element 1.8-micron aluminum ribbon
Ribbon Length 47mm
Frequency Range 20 Hz – 17 kHz
Polar Pattern Figure 8
Sensetivity -56 dB re 1V/Pa
Impedance 250 Ω
Rated Load Impedance >1500 Ohms
Max SPL for .5% THD >130 dB @1 kHz
Weight 0.55 lbs
Size 37mm x 160mm (1.46” x 6.30”)
Metal Finish Silver