Auralex MudGuard - Manual

MudGuard
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MudGuard ™ Installation Guidelines
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Thank you for purchasing the Auralex Acoustics MudGuard ® . The MudGuard is a flexible and cost effective method to control
unwanted acoustic reflections when recording vocal tracks in under treated rooms. This manual describes how to configure the
included hardware to accommodate various types of microphones and stands to maximum advantage. For additional information
on room acoustics and room treatment please visit us at
Auralex.com .
Included in the Carton:
1 - (A) Mudguard Microphone Shield
1 - (B) Male Mic Thread Knob
1 - (C) Thread Adapter
1 - (D) Star Nut
1 - (E) 3” Extension Tube
2 - (F) Flat Washers
Assembly Overview and Pointers
The Hardware included with the Auralex MudGuard
enable it to be configured with a wide variety of
microphones and stands. The goal is to recess the
microphone diaphragm as far into the MudGuard
as possible and centered vertically for optimal
isolation (see illustrations on back).
• Use the extension tube to raise the height of the
mic it is too low if clearance between the mounting
bar and the XLR connector and cable are needed.
• The thread adapter can be used to attach the
MudGuard to the mic stand separately from the microphone mount itself. This can help to optimize stability if an unusually
heavy microphone or a stand with a small base is used. The knob with the male mic stand threads is used to attach the mic
and extension tube (if applicable) to the MudGuard’s slotted mounting bar.
• The microphone cable’s XLR connector can be fed through the wide circular area at the back of the mounting bar to optimize
the positioning of the microphone.
• The back of the XLR connector and cable can be recessed into the vertical slit in the center of the MudGuard foam on longer
length front address microphones to optimize isolation.
Mounting Hardware Configurations
Without Threaded Adapter and Knob
• Microphone Without Extension Tube: Thread star nut onto the mic stand (if not present), place MudGuard slotted bar
over threads at top of mic stand, adjust position of the MudGuard and secure with mic mount. Optimize the microphones
tightened orientation by adjusting the height of the star nut.
• Microphone With Extension Tube: Thread Star nut onto the mic stand or boom down extension if the stand does not have
a flange. Place MudGuard slotted bar over threads at top of mic stand or end of the boom extension. Adjust position of the
MudGuard and secure with the extension tube. Secure the tightened orientation of the microphone with the knurled lock ring.
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