MXL Pro Pac Plus 603s Application Notes

Phone: (310) 333-0606 Fax: (310) 333-0688 E-Mail:Sales@MXLmics.com
Thank you for purchasing the MXL Pro Pac Plus. The Pro Pac plus includes the MXL 2003 studio recording
microphone and the 603s instrument microphone. With proper care, these mics will provide many years of satisfaction.
For best results, please take a few moments to review this literature.
General Characteristics
This MXL 2003 microphone has a 1.06" gold-sputtered diaphragm and a very open and unconstrained cardioid pickup
pattern. Large capsule condensers are very sensitive, readily revealing very subtle sonic details. They also tend to pick
up sounds outside the pattern more than some designs, which can lead to powerful feedback if you are not careful. We
strongly advise experimentation with placement and isolation requirements with the gain initially set low to avoid
equipment (and hearing) damage!
Power Requirements
IMPORTANT - This unit requires phantom power at 48 volts, +/- 4 volts. Each unit has been thoroughly checked before
shipping, so if you hear no sound, check that the phantom power on your mixer or separate power supply is switched
on!

Isolation Mount

The high isolation shock mount 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 mount all the way to the rim of the microphone grill for the most secure hold.

Microphone Cables

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 information. Use only the
best microphone cable your budget will allow.
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 "popper stopper" 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 through the coming millennium.
Type: 35mm gold sputtered, 3 micron diaphragm
Frequency Response: 20-23KHz
Polar Pattern:
Sensitivity: 16MV/pa
Output Impedance: 150 ohms
Max SPL: 130 dB , 140 dB w/-10dB cut
S/N Ratio: 76dB (Ref. 1 PA, A-weighted)
Equivalent Noise Level: 18dB (A-weighted IEC 268-4)
High Pass Filter: 6dB/octave, 150HZ
Pre-attenuation Switch: 0/-10dB
Power Requirements: 48V phantom power (+- 4V)
Metal Finish: Black
Weight: 530 g
Dimension: 55 x 195mm
Metal Finish: Black
Marshall Electronics, Inc.
Product Innovation Through Technical Excellence!
1910 East Maple Ave. El Segundo, CA 90245
Internet: www.MXLmics.com
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