Operating Environment And Storage; Cleaning; Warranty; Common Problems And Solutions - Sonic Distribution SE User Manual

Microphone
User's Guide
All sE tube microphones use an ECC83A (popularly regarded as a low noise, low
microphonic 12AX7). The Gemini II also has an ECC82 (12AU7) tube, which provides an
actively balanced output. We recommend using only sE Electronics tubes. Damage to
the microphone caused by using tubes other than the recommended types will not be
covered by the warranty. Contact Sonic Distribution for replacements.

Operating Environment and Storage

All condenser microphones are susceptible to a short term loss of performance if they
are exposed to moisture. Store your microphone at a sensible room temperature and
always use it with a pop screen when recording vocals. In addition to preventing
popping on plosive "B" and "P" sounds, a pop screen will help keep moisture away from
the diaphragm. If your microphone becomes noisy (a "rumble" sound) or loses
sensitivity because of exposure to moisture, simply put it somewhere warm and allow it
to dry out for a few hours. Its performance should return to normal. It is also
recommended that all condenser microphones be used in a non-smoking environment
as smoke deposits can build up on the diaphragm over time. This can result in a loss of
performance that can only be remedied by professional cleaning. It is highly
recommended that you keep the microphone in its included cases when not in use.

Cleaning

If the microphone body requires cleaning, use a damp cotton cloth with a little mild
detergent and then dry the microphone body thoroughly. Never let water get into the
grille protecting the capsule and never spray cleaning products or contact enhancing
products where they could come into contact with the capsule as irreparable damage
could be caused.

Warranty

For information regarding your warranty, please refer to the included warranty card.

Common Problems and Solutions

Shockmount will not fit on my stand:
Remove the brass thread reducer.
Distortion or clipping when recording loud sources (drums, guitar amps, etc.):
Engage the -10dB pad when available. If not, the microphone may need to be moved
further from the source.
Low frequency distortion
Engage the hi-pass filter ( ) when available.
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