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SM Pro Audio Operating Manual - SM MC04 Version 1.0 Jun 2005 www.SMProAudio.com...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove the cover of the microphone while connected and in use. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
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Perfect for recording studio vocals, acoustic instruments, strings, horns, orchestras and choral groups, ambient sounds, and many other live sound applications, the MC04 is both Powerful and versatile. Featuring that classic ribbon sound, the MC04 meets the stringent requirements of even the most demanding digital recording and live broadcasting applications.
2. THE DESIGN CONCEPT 2.1 High quality components and design 2.2 Connections 3. INSTALLATION & CONNECTIONS 3.1 Shipping contents 3.2 Mounting the MC04 on a microphone stand 3.3 Connecting the microphone cable 4. APPLICATION GUIDE 4.1 Using your ribbon microphone 4.2 Optional accessories 5.
One way to achieve this is to use a ribbon microphone! The SM MC04 is a dedicated ribbon microphone of exceptional quality featuring he following: - Unparalleled sound of a classic ribbon (velocity) mic - Low tension 2-inch long, 2 micron thick aluminium ribbon design with typical “large mellow”...
• Microphone stand mount 3.2 Mounting the MC04 on a microphone stand The use of the stand mount allows for the MC04 to be mounted securely to a standard micro- phone stand. You will notice that there is a small threaded hole on an adjustable mounting clip fixed to the bot- tom of the stand mount assembly.
4.2 Optional Accessories SMPS1 Pop-Filter/Shield The MC04 has a companion pop-filter/shield accessory called the SMPS1. It is highly recom- mended for both the quality of your recordings and for the preservation of the performace of your microphone over time. Moisture from mouth spray can degrade the performance of your ribbon microphone.
5. Warning / Precautions 5.1 Damage protection Always protect your ribbon microphone from any hard knocks! The ribbon assembly is quite frag- ile so avoid any hard knocks, drops, or general rough handling. Always handle with complete care. 5.2 High impact air movement protection Prevent any sudden or strong blasts of air movement from ever reaching your microphone.
To be protected by this warranty, the buyer must complete and return the enclosed warranty card (signed/stamped by retail dealer) within 14 days of the date of purchase to SM Pro Audio (see address below 3). Failure to return the card in due time (date as per postmark) will void any extended warranty claims.
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The warranty does not cover any such modification/adaptation, irrespective of whether it was carried out properly or not. Under the terms of this warranty, SM Pro Audio shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from such a modification/adaptation.
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SM Pro Audio. 6 CLAIM FOR DAMAGES Failure of SM Pro Audio to provide proper warranty service shall not entitle the buyer to claim (consequential) damages. In no event shall the liability of SM Pro Audio exceed the invoiced value of the product.
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