MXL CX22 User Manual
CX-22
1910 East Maple Ave. El Segundo, CA 90245
Condenser Microphone
ank you for purchasing the MXL CX-22 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.
Marshall Electronics, Inc.
Phone: (310) 333-0606 Fax: (310) 333-0688
E-mail: Sales@mxlmics.com
Internet: www.MXLmics.com
General Characteristics
is microphone has a 22mm gold sputtered capsule and a fairly wide xed cardioid pickup pattern. Condenser microphones are
very sensitive, readily revealing very subtle sonic details. ey 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!
Power Requirements
IMPORTANT - is unit 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!
Isolation Mount
e optional MXL41-603 shock mount can shift in shipment. Simply shift the nylon 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 mount all the way
to the rim of the microphone for the most secure hold.
Microphone Cables
e microphone cable can have a profound eect on the sound of any microphone. Even the nest microphones will sound poor if the
interconnect cable allows noise to enter, or causes distortion and loss of information. We recommend the use of Mogami Gold Studio
microphone cables.
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 “popper stopper” 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, or the included zipper pouch.
CX-22 Specications
Microphone Type: Pressure gradient condenser
Diaphragm: 6 micron gold-sputtered
Capsule Size: 22mm/.87 in.
Frequency Response: 30Hz - 20kHz
Polar pattern: Cardioid
Sensitivity: 10mV/Pa
Output Impedance: 200 ohms
Equivalent noise: 18 dB (A-weighted IEC 268-4)
S/N Ratio: 80 dB (Ref. 1 Pa A-weighted)
Max SPL for .5% THD: 134 dB
Power Requirements: 48V phantom power (+/-4V)
Size: 51 mm x 175 mm/2 inches x 6.9 inches
Weight: 0.6 lbs/280g
Metal Finish: Black
Polar Pattern
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Frequency Response
Warranty
Marshall 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. e 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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