Electro-Voice RE90H, RE90HW User Manual

Key Features:

• Non-reflecting black (RE90H) or low-gloss
white (RE90HW) with matching cable

• Shielded pre-amp is highly-resistant to
electrical noise and radio frequency
interference

• 25-ft. braided, shielded cable maintains
microphone’ s position (not r otation)

• Cardioid polar pattern

• Three-pin male XLR-type output connector
fits with female bulkhead XLR-type
connector

RE90H/RE90HW

Condenser Cardioid

Hanging Microphone

General Description:

The Electro-Voice® RE90H and RE90HW of the Architectural
Microphone Series are back-electret condenser hanging
microphones providing an extended, flat frequency response
with a controlled cardioid polar pattern for high-quality sound
reinforcement. The RE90H is specifically designed for live
pickup of choirs, instrumental and vocal groups, and theater.
The size and color of the transducer and cable allow the
microphone to blend in with its surroundings. RE90H’s low
self-noise and high-output signal level combine to produce
low-noise, sound-reinforcement and recording. Exceptionally
high sensitivity, a uniform cardioid polar response, and
smooth frequency response make the RE90H ideally suited
for distant sound pick-up. The cardioid polar pattern is
precisely controlled and is highly effective in suppressing
feedback without coloration of sound. Power for the RE90H
is obtained from any phantom source supplying 9 to 52
volts. The RE90H is furnished with 25 feet of black (RE90H)
or white (RE90HW) miniature braided shielded cable. The
design of the cable ensures the microphone’s horizontal
position will be held stable without the need for fish-line
tethering. The RE90H is easily aimed at the performance
with the supplied steel wire hanger and holding nut. The
wire hanger attached to the microphone element and cable
can be bent to aim the microphone in the vertical plane. To
position the microphone on the horizontal plane, loosen the
holding nut on the back of the microphone and slightly twist
the microphone on the wire holder (clockwise rotation rotates
the RE90H to the left; counterclockwise rotation rotates the
RE90H to the right). Secure this position by tightening the
holding nut.

Note: For fixed installations, allow the microphone cable to
hang for at least 24 hours so the cable can completely relax
and establish a set. This allows the microphone to be
accurately positioned over a choir, stage, or orchestra.

Technical Specifications:

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Frequency Response:

Polar Response:

Application Notes:

When hanging one or more microphones to provide coverage for a choir, instrumental or theater group, the best microphone position for optimum sound
quality and feedback control depends on many factors–sound system characteristics, construction of the auditorium or theater, and the size and nature of
the performing group. Two general rules to observe for the best sound coverage are (1) microphone position and (2) the “3-to-1 rule.”

The first rule is to suspend the microphone approximately two to three feet in front of the first row of performers and two to three feet higher than the
heads of the last row of performers. The microphones are usually aimed to point at the last row of performers (see Figure 1). The second rule, the “3­to-1 rule,” should be applied when more than one microphone is required, and their outputs are combined (as with a mixer). Following the 3-to-1 rule
avoids the deep voids and dips in frequency response that occur when two or more microphones “see” the same signal from slightly different
distances. The 3-to-1 rule is as follows: when multiple microphones are used, place them at least three times as far apart as any one of them is from
the nearest sound source. Figure 2 shows a proper application of the 3-to-1 rule. The RE90H/HW may also be used to provide coverage for live theater
applications (Figure 3). Most of the action occurs at center stage, so the microphone should be positioned above and pointed to the center of the stage.

Figure 1: Hanging Mic
Placement

Figure 2: 3-to-1 Rule

Figure 3: Live Theater
Placement

Architectural and Engineering Specifications

The microphone shall be a back-electret condenser type with a frequency response of 75 Hz to 15 kHz. The microphone shall have a
cardioid polar pattern with a rear response which is typically 15 dB below the front response at 1.0 kHz. The microphone shall have an
output level of 20mV/pascal, and output shall not be appreciably affected by the following temperature and humidity extremes: -29° to
74° C (-20° to 165°F) when the relative humidity is 0-50%; -29° to 57° C (-20° to 135° F) when relative humidity is 0-95%. The microphone
shall have a nominal, balanced output impedance of 200 ohms when connected to its electronics module. The microphone shall have
a low-gloss black finish (RE90H) or a low-gloss white finish (RE90HW). The cable color shall match the transducer. The transducer
shall have a wire hanger for directing the microphone. Dimensions: the transducer shall be 12.7 mm (0.4 in.) wide and 36.8 mm (1.4
in.) long; the cable shall be 7.6 m (25 ft) long and 2.6 mm (0.1 in.) in diameter. The electronics module shall be a metal cylinder 94 mm
(3.7 in.) long and 19 mm (0.75 in.) in diameter. Termination to the electronics module shall be a 3-pin male XLR type connector. The
Electro-Voice RE90H and RE90HW are specified.

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Part Number 534912 Rev D

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