Shure PG42 User Manual

Shure PG42 User Manual

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N108
©2008 Shure Incorporated
27A12071 (Rev. 1)
Wired Microphones
Wired Microphones
PG42
PG42
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  • Page 1 Wired Microphones Wired Microphones PG42 PG42 English Français Deutsch Español Italiano 日本語 한국어 中文 N108 ©2008 Shure Incorporated 27A12071 (Rev. 1)
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The possible results of incorrect use are marked by one of the two symbols - “WARNING” AND “CAUTION” - depending on the imminence of the danger and the severity of the damage. WARNING: Ignoring these warnings may cause severe injury or death as a result of incorrect operation. CAUTION: Ignoring these cautions may cause moderate injury or property damage as a result of incorrect operation.
  • Page 4: General Description

    General Description The PG42 large diaphragm side-address condenser microphone features a precisely tailored response to bring out the warmth and clarity of lead vocal and solo instrument tracks that are the focus of your recording mix. The extremely low noise floor makes it ideal for any application, including choral ensembles or ambient audio.
  • Page 5: Xlr Connection

    Attach to a microphone stand using the supplied shock mount. Address the microphone from the front XLR Connection Connect to a microphone input on a mixer, console, or other device. Note: Condenser microphones such as the PG42 require phantom power supplied by a mixer, preamplifier, or console.
  • Page 6: Proximity Effect

    Also used to compensate for proximity effect or to reduce low frequencies that make an instrument sound dull or muddy. Proximity Effect Unidirectional microphones such as the PG42 progressively boost bass frequencies by 6 to 10 dB below 100 Hz when the microphone is at a distance of about 6 mm (1/4 in.) from the sound source. This phenomenon, known as proximity effect, can be used to create a warmer, more powerful sound.
  • Page 7: Microphone Techniques

    Microphone Techniques APPLICATION SUGGESTED MICROPHONE PLACEMENT TONE QUALITY Vocals Lips less than 15 cm (6 in.) away or touching the Robust sound, emphasized windscreen, on axis to microphone. bass, maximum isolation from other sources. 15 to 60 cm (6 in. to 2 ft.) away from mouth, just Natural sound, reduced bass. above nose height. 20 to 60 cm (8 in. to 2 ft.) away from mouth, Natural sound, reduced bass slightly off to one side. and minimal “s”...
  • Page 8: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Frequency Response 20 to 20,000 Hz Polar Pattern Cardioid Sensitivity −35 dBV/Pa (at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage) 1 Pascal=94 dB SPL Max SPL PAD OFF: 130 dB SPL (20 Hz to 20 kHz, <1% THD) PAD ON: 145 dB SPL Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3...
  • Page 9: Furnished Accessories

    CERTIFICATION Eligible to bear CE Marking. Conforms to EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. Meets applicable tests and performance criteria in European Standard EN55103 (1996) parts 1 and 2, for residential (E1) and light industrial (E2) environments. Furnished Accessories Aluminum Carrying Case ShureLock™ Rubber Isolated Shock Mount A27SM Optional Accessories Popper Stopper™ PS-6 Windscreen A32WS...
  • Page 10: Limited Warranty

    (2) years from the consumer’s original date of purchase directly from Shure or from a Shure-authorized reseller. At its sole option, Shure will repair or replace the defective product and promptly return it to you.
  • Page 11 United States: Europe, Middle East, Africa: Asia, Pacific: Canada, Latin America, Shure Incorporated Shure Europe GmbH Shure Asia Limited Caribbean: 5800 West Touhy Avenue Wannenäckestr. 28, Unit 301, 3rd Floor Shure Incorporated Niles, IL 60714-4608 USA 74078 Heilbronn, Germany Citicorp Centre...

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