SM Pro Audio MC03: Valve Microphone User Manual
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Application Guide
4. APPLICATION GUIDE
4.1 Powering up the SM MC03
It is very simple to power up the microphone. Make sure your power supply is connected to the
mains power of the correct voltage for your unit. Then simply activate the power switch on the
dedicated power supply.
Your microphone You should allow several minutes for the MC03 to ‘warm up’ and stabilize
before you begin recording. All valve microphones must go through this stage, as the tube
requires this for correct operation.
4.2 Selecting a polar pattern for use
There are 9 Polar Patterns available on the MC03. These can be selected from the rotary switch
on the dedicated Power Supply. Select the preferred Polar Pattern (commonly Cardioid for regu-
lar vocal recording). Experiment with the microphone, listen to the various patterns and decide
what suits your current application best.
We suggest you use a ‘pop-stopper’ wind screen when recording vocals; this will help reduce
high-level plosives.