MXL V69ME User Manual

Marshall Electronics, Inc.

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1910 East Maple Ave. El Segundo, CA 90245

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Thank you for purchasing the MXL V69ME Tube studio-recording microphone. With proper care, this mic
will provide many years of satisfaction. For best results, please take a few moments to review this literature.

General Characteristics

This microphone has an internal vacuum tube preamp. As tubes are well known to generate heat, it is
recommended that the V69 be in an inverted position to prevent excess heat from altering the diaphr agm
characteristics during continuous usage. For this reason, always take extra care to insure that the V 69 is
securely seated in the included shockmount. Additionally, do not “hot plug” the mic. Al ways make sure that
the power supply is off when plugging and unplugging the included seven-pin mic cable from the
microphone. Large capsule tube condensers are ver y sensitive, readily revealing very subtle sonic d etails.
They also tend to pick up sounds outside the pattern more than s ome 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

Power Requirements

IMPORTANT - This unit requires the dedicated power supply. This supply is switchable between 115 volts
and 230 volts AC. In the United States, make sure that the switch on the back of the supply is set to 11 5.
Every Marshall Electronics MXL mic has been thoroughly checked before shipping; so if you don’t hear
sound, check that the power supply is switched on.

Isolation Mount

The MXL shockmount can shift in shipment. Sim ply 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

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 ent er, or causes distortion and loss of
information. Use only the finest microphone cable your budget will allow. We highly recommend the Mogami
Cable brand supplied with the microphone.

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 per formance. Store the micropho ne in
its original packaging.

Data
Type: Pressure gradient tube condenser mic
Diaphragm: 6 micron gold-sputtered
Capsule Size: 32mm/1.26 in
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 18kHz
Polar pattern: Cardioid
Sensitivity: 22 mV/Pa
Impedance: 200 ohms
S/N Ratio: 72dB (Ref. 1Pa A-Weighted)
Equivalent noise: 22dB (A-weighted IEC 268-4)
Max SPL for .5 %THD: 140 dB
Power Requirement: 110/220VAC 50/60 Hz
Dimensions: 47mm x 218mm/1.85in x 8.58in
Weight: 500g
Metal Finish: Black Body/Gold Grill

Warranty

Marshall microphones are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for three years (except tube which is
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.

to avoid equipment (and hearing) damage!