Marshall electronic 990 Microphone User Manual
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1. www mxl usb com2. Stereo What s an attenuation switch Monitor D Off On An attenuation switch reduces the signal strength in an electronic device As gt Details the microphone converts acoustical energy your voice into electrical energy the signal that feeds your computer it is possible that a loud boomy voice or a vocalist who is really belting out those notes may exceed normal record Figure 11 ing levels In this case you will want to reduce the signal strength by using the 5 Click OK microphone s attenuation switch 6 To select an audio input source for Garage Band click on Garage Band from The attenuation switch see Figure 1 on the back the top menu bar and select Preferences as shown in Figure 12 below side of the USB mic provides three positions High KETTE Fie Edit Track Control_window_Help 4 Tue 4 49 PM Medium and Low identified as Hi Med Lo CENT Nps oen Normally you ll want to keep the microphone s at ane tenuation switch in the Hi position If however you Figure 1 rode Carageand Feedback need to back off the signal to compensate for a loud voice simply move the MERNE switch to the desired setting You may also need to move further away from the Hide GarageBand microphone which will also reduce the level Hide Others Quit GarageBand PLEASE NOTE Recording is a creative process so there are no hard and fast rules Experimentation is the key to
3. PLEASE NOTE Professional recording applications typically default to the highest sample rate allowed by your computer s sound card audio chip Usually this is 44 1 kHz which is the same sample rate used for conventional CDs Connecting the Microphone to Your MAC As 1s the case with a Windows PC the MXL 990 USB Stereo microphone will operate with both USB 2 0 high speed USB and USB 1 1 data buses All cur rent Macs operate with USB 2 0 We recommend you connect your microphone directly to the computer s USB port as opposed to using a USB hub USB hubs have been known to interfere with the performance of various USB devices PLEASE NOTE Audio and video recording can be very taxing to a computer s resources For this reason you should close any and all running applications that are non essential Please take the following steps to get connected 1 Make certain that any audio applications are closed 2 Connect the remaining end of the USB cable to the computer s USB port 3 To set the USB microphone as the default audio input for audio click on the Apple icon in the upper left hand of the screen and select System Preferences as shown in Figure 7 below amp Grab File Edit Capture Window Help About This Mac Software Update Mac OS X Software Figure 7 System Preferences Dock Location Recent Items Force Quit Sleep Restart Shut Down Log Out Marshall Electronics
4. best results Using the Supplied Desktop Microphone Stand 1 After opening the stand s tripod leg system and placing it on the table or desk loosen the angle adjuster and orient the large portion of the microphone holder so that it faces upward or horizontal 2 Place the base of the microphone into the microphone holder with one hand while holding it upright with your other hand Figure 12 www mxl usb com 3 While holding the microphone upright and firmly in one hand secure the microphone to the desktop stand by screwing the black mounting ring into the microphone s base The microphone should now sit securely in the desktop stand 4 At this point attach the end of the USB cable that matches the microphone s connector The other end of the cable will connect to your computer s USB port Connecting the Microphone to Your Computer Windows The MXL 990 USB Stereo microphone will operate with both USB 2 0 high speed USB and USB 1 1 data buses We recommend you connect your mi crophone directly to the computer s USB port as opposed to using a USB hub USB hubs have been known to interfere with the performance of various USB devices PLEASE NOTE Audio and video recording can be very taxing to a computer s resources For this reason you should close any and all running applications that are non essential Please take the following steps to get connected 1 If open close your audio recording application You will op
5. clicking on Applications and or opening Garage Band 2 Garage Band opens with the default project My Song Refer to Garage Band s user manual to change the default project 3 My Song opens with one software instrument track To record through the USB microphone click on Track on the top of the window bar and select New Track as shown in Figure 10 below 4 Tue 4 40PM GarageBand File Edit WIEWS Control Window Help TE Hide Track Mixer AME rageBand My Song Show Track Info 31 S Grand Piano oe Show Master Track B New Track Delete Track New Basic Track Figure 10 4 Select the tab in the window that opens that says Real Instrument Then select the source you will be recording through the microphone such as vocals or guitar Then be sure to check the box that says Stereo under format as shown in Figure 11 See next page www mxl usb com 4 Next click on the Sound icon in the Hardware group as shown in Figure 8 below AAH 4 Select File Properties It should look like Figure 3 System Preferences eS Sars Properties for Sound zuma Qi Appearance Desktop amp Dock Expos International Security Screen Saver Hardware E l la xi j 7 a z Z W 7 Copyright No Copyright information CDs amp DVDs Displays Energy Keyboard amp Print amp Fax Sound Saver Mouse Length 0 00 sec internet amp Network Data Size 0 bytes E A Q iC Audio Format PC
6. the right side The capsule behind the R is just the opposite Unlike other MXL models this microphone benefits from being a USB Universal Serial Bus device meaning this 1s a plug and play microphone that will interface with Windows and Macintosh computers without the need for any special drivers As a USB device it carries the added benefit of not requiring an external microphone preamp as is the case with most condenser microphones We ve already mentioned the importance of proper handling but should you find yourself recording an outdoor performance you would be well advised to use a windscreen as protection for your microphone 7 Then select the Audio MIDI icon in the top row From the drop down menu under Audio Input select the USB Audio Codec as shown in Figure 13 below f GarageBand File Edit Track Control Window Help 4 Tue 4 52 PM z GarageBand My Song 3 4 00 Audio MIDI a A amp General Audio MIDI Export Ad Audio Output Built in Audio HA Audio Input Built in Audio USB Audio CODEC Optimize for Maxiniun number or simultaneous tracks Large buffer size Minimum delay when playing instruments live Small buffer size MIDI Status O MIDI Input s detected aS Cla Figure 13 8 You will then be asked if you really want to change the driver Select Yes The computer will then say it is initializing the audio driver Wait until this is done then clos
7. M 22 050 kHz 8 Bit Mono Mac Network QuickTime Sharing Format Conversion System j To adjust the sound quality or use less space for PS this sound click Convert Mow u o a B Choose fram Accounts Classic Date amp Time Software Speech Startup Disk Universal Update Access an formats k Convert Now Figure 8 5 After opening the Sound dialog screen there will be three tabs at the top of the window select the Input tab by clicking on it 6 Then select the USB Audio Codec as the device for sound input as shown in OK Cancel Sound CO f AAA Sound Effects Output Input Figure 3 Choose a device for sound input Name Port 5 Click the Convert Now button It should look like Figure 4 Internal microphone Built in Line In Audio line in port USB Audio CODEC USB Sound Selection Settings for the selected device input level 00000080999999 The selected device has no input controls Format PCM Attributes 6 000 kHz 8 Bit Mono T kb sec k Cancel V Show volume in menu bar Em Figure 9 Output volume ag gt __ Mute Figure 4 www mxl usb com 6 In the Attributes drop down Window select 44 100 kHz 16 Bit Stereo as shown in Figure 5 Sound Selection Mame untitled Save As Remove Format PCM Attributes Figure 5 7 Click OK then Click OK to close the Properties for Sound Window 8 You are now re
8. MXE Miarshall Electronics 1910 East Maple Ave El Segundo CA 90245 http www mxl usb com Warranty Marshall microphones are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for one year from date of purchase Should you encounter any problem with this unit promptly contact the company you purchased it from for assistance The original dated sales receipt will be necessary for any warranty claim Do not send any unit directly to us without prior authorization from our service department Warranty coverage is limited to repair or replacement at our option of the microphone and does not cover incidental damages due to use of this unit nor damage caused by accidental misuse of this product Miarshall Electronics 1910 East Maple Ave El Segundo CA 90245 http www mxl usb com USB Stereo Manual www mxl usb com Congratulations on your purchase of the MXL 990 USB Stereo mic which uses two gold diaphragm capsules in an X Y pattern for stereo recording MXL micro phones are the result of world class engineering and manufacturing capabilities They are designed to provide you with outstanding performance and exceptional value While we encourage you to review this entire manual there are a few key points about handling this microphone that we want you to familiarize yourself with right from the start The MXL USB mics are a professional quality condenser microphone designed specifically for recording Unlike microphones
9. ady to record 9 With your mouse click the RED record button to start recording Speak or sing into your microphone with the microphone s RED LED facing you 10 Click the BLACK rectangular button to end recording 11 Press the lt lt button to reset to the beginning of the recording 12 Press the button to start playback If You Don t Hear Anything If you followed the directions and have been unable to record a sound please check Window s Audio Properties dialog window shown in Figure 6 and en sure that Sound recording is set to USB Audio CODEC and Sound playback is set for your computer s sound card audio chip If you are uncertain of this setting consult your computer s owner s manual To access the Audio Properties dialog window from within Sound Recorder 1 Click Edit then Audio Properties Audio Properties Figure 6 Audio Devices Sound playback Default device SoundMAX Digital Audio x Sound recording A Default device USB Audio CODEC Volume MIDI music playback as Default device 2 Microsoft GS Wavetable SW Synth C Use only default devices PLEASE NOTE Each new recording made with this basic sound recording utility will require you to re select the 44 1 kHz sample rate Sound Recorder defaults to the 8 kHz Mono setting which produces unwanted noise You are now ready to use the recording application of your choice
10. designed for live performance or lesser dynamic model microphones this instrument requires careful handling Hence you should observe the following ALWAYS handle the microphone carefully avoiding sudden shocks such as dropping or bumping the microphone into other objects ALWAYS maintain a distance of approximately 4 6 inches when speaking or singing into the microphone You are encouraged to use a pop filter for added protection of the sensitive capsule and to shield the instrument from saliva and sudden bursts of air NEVER tap the microphone to check if it s working The RED LED behind the microphone s protective grill will tell you it s on and that the correct side is facing you NEVER blow into the microphone to check if it s working The RED LED behind the microphone s protective grill will tell you it s on By following these few basic handling procedures you can expect a long and trouble free relationship with your new microphone Again thank you for your purchase of this outstanding MXL microphone A Little Background Information MXL stereo microphones use what is known as a X Y pattern which is two cap sules facing 90 apart Each capsule will send the audio information it receives to the corrosponding right or left side of a stereo track on the computer The capsule behind the L is more sensitive to sound waves arriving from the left side of the microphone as opposed to those arriving from
11. e the window 9 At this point you should see the meter move when you speak into the micro phone You can now click on the Record button and record your vocals or dialog using your microphone PLEASE NOTE As long as the microphone is plugged in when Garage Band is started the audio input source settings in Garage Band will be saved until you change them again even if you close the program or start a new project For More Information For additional information about your MXL USB microphone how to contact technical support as well as information on other products manufactured by MXL please visit us online at www mxl usb com www mxl usb com 11 OLOO Track Inf i aes Je Unpack Your Microphone Begin by examining the contents of your MXL USB kit You should have the following components Real Instrument Hand Woe mere d usi e One MXL 990 USB Stereo microphone Bae le UNOR ai eben teres e A 10 foot USB 2 0 high speed cable Bass I Female Basic s e A desktop microphone stand plus the mounting ring Drums I Live Performance Effects a Male Basic Owners Pere ee Guitars gt Pap Vocals e Microphone applications guide Vocals Getting Familiar With Your Microphone In addition to speaking or singing into the side of the microphone with the RED LED facing you you should also understand the use of the three position attenu Input Channel 1 2 HH ation switch on the microphone s back side Ba Format Mono i
12. en it after the microphone is connected and operational 2 Connect the remaining end of the USB cable to the computer s USB port Windows will display the New Hardware Found dialog message and your system may make a sound if your computer uses Window s system sounds 3 Allow Windows time to identify the device 4 In approximately one minute Windows should display a dialog message stating that Your New Hardware is Installed and Ready for Use After this first con nection Windows will require just a few moments to identify the microphone Congratulations You are ready to begin recording Testing Your Setup To test your setup we ll use Window s Sound Recorder Sound Recorder can be found by navigating the following 1 Press or click Start 2 Place your mouse cursor over All Programs then Accessories followed by Entertainment 3 Click Sound Recorder to launch the application It should look like Figure 2 Sound Sound Recorder File Edit Effects Help Position 0 00 sec Figure 2 ojo gt foe k 7 By watching the movements of the Input level meter in this window you can now see that the MXL USB microphone is working as you speak into it This setting will be saved as the default input whenever the microphone is plugged in Setting the MXL USB mic to record in Garage Band 1 Open Garage Band This application will be found in either the Dock Bar or by opening the Apple Finder
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