MXL 4000 User Guide

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A Division of Marshall Electronics

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Multi-Pattern
Condenser Microphone

Thank you for purchasing the MXL 4000 Studio Recording Microphone. With

proper care, this mic will provide many years of satisfaction. Please take a

few moments to review this literature.

Enjoy your microphone!

The MXL Team

General Characteristics

This microphone has a dual-diaphragm 32mm capsule that provides multiple
pickup patterns and a very open and detailed sound. Large capsule condensers
are very sensitive, readily revealing very subtle sonic details. They also tend to
pick up sounds outside the pattern more than some designs, which can lead to
powerful feedback if you are not careful. We strongly advise experimentation
with placement and isolation requirements with the gain initially set low to avoid
equipment (and ear) damaging surprises!

Contents

Unpack your MXL 4000 microphone carefully and verify that all of the
following items are included:

• 4000 microphone

• MXL Shockmount

• Foam windscreen

• Wooden Case

If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the company from which
you purchased the microphone.

Power Requirement

IMPORTANT - This unit requires phantom power at 48 volts, +/- 4 volts. Each unit

has been thoroughly checked before shipping, so if you do not hear sound, check
that the phantom power on your mixer or separate power supply is switched on!

Microphone Cable

The microphone cable can have a profound effect on the sound of any
microphone. Even the finest microphones will sound poor if the interconnect
cable allows noise to enter, or causes distortion and loss of information.

Care

Dust and foreign material can degrade the performance of a microphone over
time, so always store the unit in its box. For vocals closer than 3”, use a pop filter
or a foam windscreen to avoid getting moisture on the diaphragm as this can
substantially degrade the microphone’s performance. Store the microphone in its
original packaging in a cool, dry place along with the included packet of silica gel.

Specifications

Type Pressure-gradient multi-pattern condenser

Diaphragm 6-micron, gold sputtered

Frequency Response 20 Hz–20 kHz

Polar Pattern Cardioid/Figure-8/Omni-directional switch select-

Impedance 200 ohms

Sensitivity 15 mV/Pa

Pre-Attenuation Switch 0 dB, -10 dB

High Pass Filter 6 dB.octave, 150 Hz

Equivalent Noise 20 dB (A-weighted IEC 268-4)

S/N Ratio 74 dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)

Max SPL for 0.5% THD 130 dB

Power Requirement 48V phantom power (± 4V)

Metal Finish Blue/Nickel

Size 2.3” x 9.4” (59mm x 240mm)

Weight 1.6 lbs (725 g)

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Polar Patterns

Always turn down levels before switching patterns on microphones. The MXL 4000
has three pickup patterns selectable by use of the 3-position switch on the front of
the microphone:

1. Cardiod is the most common pattern for recording vocals or instruments as all the
sound is picked up by the front of the microphone.

2. Omni which is used for ambient or room micing or to record a more natural
sounding instrument. The microphone picks up from all sides.

3. Figure Eight which is used for interviews or 2 people singing into opposite sides
of the microphone. The microphone picks up from the front and rear in the figure
eight position.

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Cardioid

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Figure 8

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Omni

180

Frequency Chart

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Warranty

MXL microphones are guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship for one
year from the date of purchase. If you encounter any problem with this unit, promptly
contact the company from which you purchased it 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.

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