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MK 4 High quality studio microphone Instruction manual
MK 4 High quality studio microphone Instruction manual
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... product within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual. www www.sennheiser.com MK 4 High quality studio microphone Bedienungsanleitung Instruction manual Notice d'emploi Istruzioni per l'uso Instrucciones de uso Gebruiksaanwijzing FR IT ES NL RU ZH MK 4 | 3 "Improper use includes: • having read this instruction manual, especially the chapter "Important safety...
... product within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual. www www.sennheiser.com MK 4 High quality studio microphone Bedienungsanleitung Instruction manual Notice d'emploi Istruzioni per l'uso Instrucciones de uso Gebruiksaanwijzing FR IT ES NL RU ZH MK 4 | 3 "Improper use includes: • having read this instruction manual, especially the chapter "Important safety...
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The MK 4 microphone The MK 4 microphone The MK 4 is a large diaphragm true condenser studio microphone for studio and stage use • Low inherent self-noise and high maximum sound pressure level • Made in Germany Areas of application ...• Speech/vocals • Acoustic guitars • Guitar amplifiers • Grand piano • Strings • Wind instruments • Drums and percussion 4 | MK 4 Features ...
The MK 4 microphone The MK 4 microphone The MK 4 is a large diaphragm true condenser studio microphone for studio and stage use • Low inherent self-noise and high maximum sound pressure level • Made in Germany Areas of application ...• Speech/vocals • Acoustic guitars • Guitar amplifiers • Grand piano • Strings • Wind instruments • Drums and percussion 4 | MK 4 Features ...
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Putting the MK 4 into operation Putting the MK 4 into operation Mounting the microphone 1 Screw the MZQ 4 microphone clamp to a solid and sturdy stand. 2 Place the microphone from above into the microphone clamp and screw it tight. 1 2 Orienting the microphone ̈ To orient the microphone, always loosen the wing screw. 6 | MK 4
Putting the MK 4 into operation Putting the MK 4 into operation Mounting the microphone 1 Screw the MZQ 4 microphone clamp to a solid and sturdy stand. 2 Place the microphone from above into the microphone clamp and screw it tight. 1 2 Orienting the microphone ̈ To orient the microphone, always loosen the wing screw. 6 | MK 4
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MK 4 | 7 ES NL RU ZH DE EN FR IT Putting the MK 4 into operation To suppress structure-borne noise, you can optionally use the MKS 4 shock mount which is available as a Sennheiser accessory. ̈ Place the microphone from above into the inner shock mount cage and screw it tight. ̈ To orient the microphone, always loosen the wing screw.
MK 4 | 7 ES NL RU ZH DE EN FR IT Putting the MK 4 into operation To suppress structure-borne noise, you can optionally use the MKS 4 shock mount which is available as a Sennheiser accessory. ̈ Place the microphone from above into the inner shock mount cage and screw it tight. ̈ To orient the microphone, always loosen the wing screw.
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... 3 3 + 21 3 XLR XLR XLR 8 | MK 4 Damage to the product due to the microphone preamplifier (48 ± 4 V phantom powering as per channel). An unsuitable power supply can cause damage to the product. ̈ Only connect the product to microphone inputs or power supply units which provide 48 V phantom... powering as per IEC 61938, at least 3.5 mA per IEC 61938. ̈ Use a microphone cable with XLR-3 female connector to connect the microphone's XLR-3 male connector to an unsuitable...
... 3 3 + 21 3 XLR XLR XLR 8 | MK 4 Damage to the product due to the microphone preamplifier (48 ± 4 V phantom powering as per channel). An unsuitable power supply can cause damage to the product. ̈ Only connect the product to microphone inputs or power supply units which provide 48 V phantom... powering as per IEC 61938, at least 3.5 mA per IEC 61938. ̈ Use a microphone cable with XLR-3 female connector to connect the microphone's XLR-3 male connector to an unsuitable...
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MK 4 | 9 ES NL RU ZH a PC fan) in front of the microphone. DE EN FR IT Using the microphone Using the microphone ̈ Orient the microphone towards the mouth or sound source. To eliminate disturbing noise as far as possible: ̈ Make sure that there is no disturbing noise source (e.g. If sibilance occurs, position the microphone slightly to the side and not directly in the sound inlet area of the mouth.
MK 4 | 9 ES NL RU ZH a PC fan) in front of the microphone. DE EN FR IT Using the microphone Using the microphone ̈ Orient the microphone towards the mouth or sound source. To eliminate disturbing noise as far as possible: ̈ Make sure that there is no disturbing noise source (e.g. If sibilance occurs, position the microphone slightly to the side and not directly in the sound inlet area of the mouth.
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Sennheiser MKW 4): The windshield changes the sound only slightly, but attenuates wind noise by approx. 10 dB. 10 | MK 4 Using the microphone Application examples Popshield (e.g. Sennheiser MZP 40): Windshield (e.g.
Sennheiser MKW 4): The windshield changes the sound only slightly, but attenuates wind noise by approx. 10 dB. 10 | MK 4 Using the microphone Application examples Popshield (e.g. Sennheiser MZP 40): Windshield (e.g.
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FR IT ES NL RU ZH MK 4 | 11 When not using the microphone for extended periods of time: ̈ Store the microphone in a dry, clean and dust-free place at www.sennheiser.com > Service & Support. A list of the product. ̈ Keep all liquids away from your Sennheiser partner. Accessories are available from the product. ̈ ... be found on our website at room temperature. ̈ For this, use a soft, slightly damp cloth to liquids! DE EN Cleaning and maintaining the MK 4 Cleaning and maintaining the MK 4 CAUTION Damage to the product due to clean the product.
FR IT ES NL RU ZH MK 4 | 11 When not using the microphone for extended periods of time: ̈ Store the microphone in a dry, clean and dust-free place at www.sennheiser.com > Service & Support. A list of the product. ̈ Keep all liquids away from your Sennheiser partner. Accessories are available from the product. ̈ ... be found on our website at room temperature. ̈ For this, use a soft, slightly damp cloth to liquids! DE EN Cleaning and maintaining the MK 4 Cleaning and maintaining the MK 4 CAUTION Damage to the product due to clean the product.
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Specifications Specifications Transducer principle externally polarized condenser microphone Diameter of diaphragm 25.4 mm / 1" Acoustic operating principle pressure gradient transducer Pick-up pattern cardioid Frequency response 20 Hz to +70°C 12 | MK 4 terminating impedance 1 kΩ Power supply phantom powering 48 V (P48) Current consumption 3.1 mA Diameter 57 mm Length 160 mm Weight 485 g Operating...
Specifications Specifications Transducer principle externally polarized condenser microphone Diameter of diaphragm 25.4 mm / 1" Acoustic operating principle pressure gradient transducer Pick-up pattern cardioid Frequency response 20 Hz to +70°C 12 | MK 4 terminating impedance 1 kΩ Power supply phantom powering 48 V (P48) Current consumption 3.1 mA Diameter 57 mm Length 160 mm Weight 485 g Operating...
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.... Check the corresponding setting on . The phantom power device is inserted. No signal The microphone is transmission connected to the mains or no battery is not connected to the wrong microphone amplifier input of the mixing console. 14 | MK 4 If necessary, activate the appropriate input on the corresponding channel strip of the subsequent...
.... Check the corresponding setting on . The phantom power device is inserted. No signal The microphone is transmission connected to the mains or no battery is not connected to the wrong microphone amplifier input of the mixing console. 14 | MK 4 If necessary, activate the appropriate input on the corresponding channel strip of the subsequent...
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... of the subsequent device so that the Sennheiser logo or the slanted front of the sound inlet basket faces your body. FR IT ES NL RU ZH MK 4 | 15 Use a suitable windshield (see page 10). Make sure that sufficient gain reserve remains. Check if the microphone is spoken into from the correct side...
... of the subsequent device so that the Sennheiser logo or the slanted front of the sound inlet basket faces your body. FR IT ES NL RU ZH MK 4 | 15 Use a suitable windshield (see page 10). Make sure that sufficient gain reserve remains. Check if the microphone is spoken into from the correct side...