MXL CR21 PAIR Data Sheet

CR21 PAIR

Professional Audio Division

Phone: [phone] · 800-800-6608 · Fax: [phone]

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Stereo Microphone Pair

Thank you for choosing the MXL CR21 Instrument Microphone Pair. With
proper care, this mic will provide many years of satisfaction. To get the best

results, please take a few moments to read this manual.

Enjoy your microphone!

The MXL Team

General Characteristics

Each microphone has a 22 millimeter gold-sputtered diaphragm and a
fixed cardioid pickup pattern. Condenser microphones 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) damage.

Power Requirements

IMPORTANT – Each microphone requires phantom power at 48 volts, +/- 4
volts. Each unit has been thoroughly checked before shipping, so if you
hear no sound, check that the phantom power on your mixer or separate
power supply is switched on!

Microphone Cables

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.
Use only the best microphone cable your budget will allow.

Specifications

Type Condenser pressure gradient mic

Frequency Response 30Hz-20kHz

Polar Pattern Cardioid

Impedance 200 ohms

Sensitivity 10mV/Pa

S/N Ratio 80dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)

Equivalent Noise 18dB(A weighted IEC 268-4)

Max SPL for 0.5% THD 134dB

Power Requirement Phantom Power 48V ±4V

Current Consumption <3.0mA

Size 22mm x 135mm

Weight 130g

Metal Finish Matte black and black chrome

Polar PatternFrequency Chart

Care

Dust and foreign material can degrade the performance of a microphone
over time so always store the microphones in their case. Remove fingerprints
from the exterior with a clean soft cloth.

Warranty

MXL CR21 Pair microphones are guaranteed against defects in material and
workmanship for one year from date of purchase. Should you encounter
any problem with this unit, promptly contact the company you purchased
it from 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! Warranty coverage is limited
to repair or replacement (at our option) of the microphone, and does not
cover incidental damages due to use of this unit, nor damage caused by
accidental misuse of this product.

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