Adjusting The Capsule Characteristics And Typical Applications - Marek Design RS1 Owner's Manual

The RS1 is of tube design with no transistors in the signal path. The low impedance
transformerless output circuit is also completely tube. The microphone can be connected to long
cables without affecting the microphone's performance. The balanced output provides a very
good common mode rejection factor.
The RS1 can supply output levels of more than +33dBu (unloaded) which enables it to pass
extremely high sound pressure levels. Some line inputs could have problems with that much
level. Therefore, you can attenuate output level about 15dB. In order to use the "Headroom" of
the microphone successfully, use the 15dB input attenuator.
Due to the line output a mic pre-amp is not necessary when recording loud sources. With the gain
control in the external control unit one may change the output level to drive recording equipment
or A/D converters correctly.

2. Adjusting the capsule characteristics and typical applications

Being able to adjust the capsule's acoustical characteristics gives the recording engineer a tool
that facilitates daily work and creates new creative abilities. With the control ring six typical pre-
settings and intermediate stages can be used. The acoustical character of the RS1 can be adjusted
within a broad range to give the best sound to an instrument or singer.
Position 1:
The polar pattern is omni. Deep bass and treble are accentuated. This position is recommended
for adding sheen and strength to otherwise boring sounding sources. This setting has worked
nicely for pop piano.
Position 2:
The polar pattern is wide cardioid. There is more bass and treble than flat. Relative to position 1
the effect is of more body. It's well suited for overheads, percussion or acoustic guitar.
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