Manley REF GOLD Owner's Manual

Manley REF GOLD Owner's Manual

Reference tube microphones

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REFERENCE TUBE MICROPHONES
REF CARDIOID REF SILVER REF GOLD
OWNER'S MANUAL

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Manley Reference Models
Reference Cardioid
Details the REF-C microphone, its production history, distinctive body, use in studios, and capsule based on vintage U47.
Reference Silver
Describes the newest microphone, its silver body, hand-made capsule, and adjustable mechanical vent for polar pattern changes.
Reference Gold
Introduces the flagship microphone, its 1993 production, 24 karat gold finish, custom 1-inch diaphragm capsule, and suitability for strings, piano, and orchestral.
General Microphone Usage
Microphone Connections
Explains how to connect the PSU to the microphone and audio output for both Reference Gold/Cardioid and Reference Silver models.
Manley Microphone Controls
Pad Switch for REF-CARDIOID & REF-GOLD
Describes the function of the -10 dB pad switch to reduce signal by 10 dB, explaining its technical implementation.
Low Pass Filter for REF SILVER
Explains the low pass filter switch on the REF SILVER for removing unwanted low frequency noise.
Polar Pattern Control for REF-GOLD
Details the pattern select control on the REF-GOLD, offering continuously variable polar patterns from omni to figure-eight.
Polar Pattern Control for REF-SILVER
Explains the pattern select control on the REF-SILVER, offering two patterns: Cardioid and Omni.
Manley Microphone Troubleshooting
Common Troubleshooting Issues
Addresses common problems like no power, no sound, incorrect levels, hum, buzz, and noise, providing solutions for each.
Manley Microphone Servicing
Internal Ground Lift
Explains the internal ground lift jumper on the PSU for separating circuit ground from chassis to stop hum.
Voltage Change Procedure
Details how to change the PSU voltage by setting links on the PCB, requiring a soldering iron.
Manley Microphone Specifications
Reference Gold Specifications
Lists detailed technical specifications for the Manley Reference Gold microphone.
Reference Cardioid Specifications
Lists detailed technical specifications for the Manley Reference Cardioid microphone.
Reference Silver Specifications
Lists detailed technical specifications for the Manley Reference Silver microphone.
PSU Type 1 Specifications
Lists detailed technical specifications for Power Supply Type 1.
PSU Type 2 Specifications
Lists detailed technical specifications for Power Supply Type 2.

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