MXL CR30 User Guide

Marshall Electronics

Professional Audio Division

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

www.mxlmics.com  [e-mail]

Large Diaphragm

Condenser Microphone

Thank you for purchasing the MXL Cr30 large diaphragm condenser

microphone. With proper care, this mic will provide many years of satisfaction.

For best results, please take a few moments to review this literature.

information. Use only the best microphone cable your budget will allow. We
recommend Mogami cable for the best results.

Enjoy your microphone!

The MXL Team

General Characteristics

The MXL Cr30 has a small profile body with a sleek black chrome finish.
It features a 32mm large diaphragm capsule with a fixed cardioid pattern,
and a low noise FET preamp with fully balanced transformerless output.
In addition it has a 3 position pad (pre attenuation) switch with settings of
0dB, -10dB and -20 dB. The addition of the pad switch enables the use of
the microphone with sound sources producing very high sound pressure
levels, without overloading the microphones internal circuitry. The MXL
Cr30 delivers power and depth to vocals, as well as capturing the clarity
and smoothness of instrumental performances. Wired with Mogami cable,
the MXL Cr30’s fidelity and versatility will ensure it is a favorite in your
studio.

Shockmount

The high isolation shockmount may shift during shipping. Simply shift
the elastic bands to center the microphone in the assembly. Be sure that
the wire clamp does not rest on the chassis of the mount, as this impairs
mechanical isolation. Slide the shockmount up the body of the microphone
and stop just below the pad switch for the most secure hold.

Contents

Unpack your MXL Cr30 microphone carefully and verify that all of the
following items are included:

•MXL Cr30 microphone

•Shockmount

•Flight case

Care

Dust and foreign material can degrade the performance of a microphone
over time so always store the unit in its case. 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. These steps will help keep the mic in proper
working order and sounding its best for many years to come.

Specifications

Type Condenser pressure gradient mic with large 32mm capsule

Diaphragm Gold-sputtered, 6 micron diaphragm

Frequency Response 20 Hz—20kHz

Polar Pattern Cardoid

Sensetivity 25mV/Pa

Impedance 150 ohms

Attenuation Switch (Pad/Pre attenuation) -10 dB, -20 dB

Max SPL for .5% THD 158 dB (with pad set to -20 dB)

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

Power Requirements Phantom Power 48V ± 4V

Weight 1 lb /498.95g

Size 47mm x 145mm/1.8 in. x 5.7 in.

Metal Finish Black Chrome plated

Frequency Chart Polar Pattern

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

This microphone connects to a mixer or preamp via XLR cable (not
included). 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

Warranty

Marshall microphones are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship
for one year from the 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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