RODE Microphones NT2000 - Manual (Page 9)

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• Changing the acoustic properties of the space
around the microphone is our recommended initial
approach for obtaining best sound quality.
Remember you cannot change a room’s acoustic
properties with EQ.
When the preferred sound has been achieved
(as above) then EQ and effects such as reverb
or indeed any signal processing can be used for
enhancement, but should be used sparingly.
• It is worth mentioning that sometimes ‘cutting’ a
particular frequency (sound) may be preferable
to ‘boosting’ another. Of course ‘boosting’ can
increase noise level and so should be done
minimally.
As with many other aspects of the recording
process, fi nding the preferred ‘sound’ is a matter of
experimentation.
• After use the NT2000 should be removed from
its shock mount, 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(s), 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.
Using the NT2000
Storing the NT2000