Golden Age Project FC 4 ST operation manual

Small Capsule Condenser Microphone

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on choosing one of the Golden Age Project FC 4 microphones!
The FC 4 is a high quality small capsule condenser microphone, inspired by classical microphone models.
The FC 4 is a transparent sounding and very versatile microphone with a wide frequency response and
a large dynamic range. It will perform great in the studio or in live sound and broadcast applications.
The FC 4 MC (Multi Capsule) is delivered with three capsule heads that will give you the choice
between three polar paerns
The FC 4 ST is a matched stereo set and can be used for stereo recordings.
The FC 4 has a sound character is very transparent and uncoloured and it is well suited to be used
with most instruments.
Use it on choirs, acoustic and electric guitars and other stringed instruments, as a drum overhead,
on high hats or as a room microphone and in any other application where you w
capsule condenser microphone.

The FC 4 is, in spite of it´s low cost, suitable for critical recording applications

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FEATURES

- True condenser mic with 20 mm, 3um gold-

spuered low distorsion dual capsule mounted
on an eective internal shock mount.

- Low noise F.E.T. as rst amplifying device.

- Discrete class A electronics and transformer­less balanced output stage.

- External switches for high-pass lter and pad.

- Heavy duty brass body.

- Shock mount included.

- Goldplated XLR.

- Requires 48V phantom power.

- The FC 4 MC: Three polar paerns: Cardioid,
HyperCardioid and Omni gives you several
ways to model the sound. The room pick-up,
proximity eect and the tonal response changes
with the dierent paerns.

- The FC 4 ST: One matched stereo pair.

USING THE FC 4

The FC 4 can be used with any standard mixer
or preamp. Use either a XLR to XLR or XLR to
1/4” plug standard balanced microphone cable.

Please note that the FC 4 needs 48V phantom
power. For optimum performance, let the FC 4
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arm up for 5-10 minutes before use.

Be aware of the proximity eect (an increase in
bass response) when the microphone is close

to the sound source. This can be a good or a
bad thing. You can adjust the bass response by
changing the distance from the microphone
to the sound source for an optimum result in
dierent situations. You can also use the high­pass lter by engaging the external switch.

The 10 dB pad is useful when recording very
loud sound sources.

The dierent polar paerns in the FC 4 MC
will give you dierent sounds. As always,
experiment! This is the best way to get the
sound you want. Microphone
placement is an art and you will
learn a lot by trying dierent
methods.

Changing heads on the FC 4 MC:

Carefully unscrew the mounted
head anti-clockwise until it is
loose from the FC 4 body. Then
mount the new head carefully
by screwing it clockwise on the
microphone body. Tight the
head moderately.

The FC 4 ST: There are several
ways to set up two microphones
for stereo recordings. One way

is to mount the two microphones

close to each other side by side,
using the included mounting bar
in the FC 4 ST. You can also angle

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them 45 degrees and place the heads close to
each other. As always, experiment! This is the
best way to get the sound you want. Micro­phone placement is an art and you will learn a
lot by trying dierent methods.

SPECIFICATIONS

Capsule type: True condenser pressure gradient.

Capsule size: 20 mm, 3um gold-spuered.

Polar paern: Cardioid.

PRECAUTIONS

1. Be careful not to drop the FC 4 or subject it to
shock since this can destroy the sensitive cap­sule.

2. Always pack the FC 4 carefully when trans­porting it.

3. The heart of the FC 4 is its capsule. It must be
protected from dirt and moisture.

4. Always use a pop-lter for close-up vocals to
protect the capsule from mouth spray.

5. Always store the FC 4 in it´s vinyl pouch
when it is not in use.

6. Protect the FC 4 from strong wind blasts. Do
never put in inside or close to the front of a kick
drum. Use a pop-lter and place it at least 0,5m
away.

7. Always connect the FC 4 to the preamp or
mixing console BEFORE phantom power is
applied and unplug the microphone cable
AFTER you have turned o the phantom
power and waited 10 seconds or more. This
is to avoid possible damage to the electronic
circuits in the FC 4.

8. Avoid exposing the FC 4 to direct sunlight or
extremes in humidity for extended periods of
time.

Polar paern FC 4 MC: Cardioid, HyperCar­dioid and Omni

Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz

Sensitivity:14,5 mV / -37dB (0dB=1V/Pa) @1kHz.

Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted per IEC
268-4): < 17 dB typical.

Maximum SPL (<1% THD @1kHz): 140 dB.

Output impedance: 250 ohm.

Recommended load impedance:
1000 Ohm or more.

Current consumption: < 3mA.

Dimensions: 22x150 mm. Weight: 470 g.

Operating voltage: 48V phantom power.

FC 4 ST stereomatching: Within 1 dB.

Please note: Specications can be changed at
any time without notice.

Many thanks for purchasing

the Golden Age Project

FC 4 / FC 4 MC / FC 4 ST

9. Do never try to service the FC 4 yourself
since this will void the warranty. Should your
FC 4 ever need service, please contact your
dealer.

WARRANTY

Please check the FC 4 / FC 4 MC / FC 4 ST
carefully immediately when you receive it and
make sure that there are no problems with the
microphone. The warranty period is one year
and apply to defects in materials and work­manship. It does not cover misuse of the micro­phone.

If you ever experience any problem, contact
your dealer.

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- We wish you much joy and
many wonderful recordings

with it!

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