Download Print this page
Polsen RM-800 Product Manual

Polsen RM-800 Product Manual

Large diaphragm condenser microphone

Advertisement

Quick Links

RM-800
LARGE DIAPHRAGM
CONDENSER
MICROPHONE
PRODUCT
MANUAL

Advertisement

loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the RM-800 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for Polsen RM-800

  • Page 1 RM-800 LARGE DIAPHRAGM CONDENSER MICROPHONE PRODUCT MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Room and ambient noise is minimized by the selectable high-pass filter. And when recording loud sources, the selectable -10 dB pad allows the microphone to maintain pure sound quality up to 155 dB. The RM-800 is stylishly designed with a unique look, but it’s constructed with a metal housing for rugged durability.
  • Page 3 P R E C A U T I O N S • Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place. • Keep this product away from water and flammable gases or liquids. • Do not attempt to disassemble or repair this product yourself. •...
  • Page 4 O V E R V I E W Microphone -10 dB pad switch High-pass filter switch 3-pin XLR connector Pop filter Key tool Shock mount Locking ring Locking knob Also included: 5/8 to 3/8 in. reducer bushing Carry case...
  • Page 5 1. Turn the speaker volume down, and use an XLR cable to connect the microphone to a preamplifier, mixing board, or recorder. Note: Recording directly into a computer requires an XLR-to-USB adapter such as the Polsen XLR-USB-48. 2. Turn the phantom power on.
  • Page 6: High-Pass Filter

    For the best recording results, the microphone should point directly at the sound source. Vocalists and announcers should be positioned approximately 6 to 12 inches from the microphone. For close vocal miking, use the included pop filter to prevent vocal pops or plosives. To attach the pop filter, snap it onto the stem just below the mic capsule, and make sure it’s directly in front of the microphone.
  • Page 7 S P E C I F I C AT I O N S TRANSDUCER Condenser DIAPHRAGM 1.4 in. gold-plated POLAR PATTERN Cardioid FREQUENCY RESPONSE 30 Hz to 20 kHz -32 dB ±3 dB (0 dB = 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz) SENSITIVITY ≤11 dB A EQUIVALENT NOISE LEVEL...
  • Page 8 To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Polsen Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”) number, and return the defective product to Polsen along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense.