MXL V88 User Manual

MXL V88

Manual

Where Great Recordings Begin

Thank you for purchasing the MXL V88 studio-recording micro-

phone. MXL microphones are the result of world-class engineer­ing and manufacturing capabilities. They are designed to provide
you with outstanding performance and exceptional value. For best
results, please take a few moments to review this literature.

General Characteristics

This microphone has a 32mm capsule and a xed 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) damaging
suprises!

Power Requirements

IMPORTANT – This 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 preamp, mixer or seperate power supply is switched on!

Microphone Cables

The microphone cable can have a profound effect 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 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.

Technical Specications

Type: Condenser pressure gradient mic
with large 32mm capsule
Diaphragm: Gold-sputtered, 6 micron diaphragm
Frequency Range: 20Hz-20kHz
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Impedance: 150ohms
Sensitivity: 25mV/Pa
S/N Ratio: 80dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
Equivalent Noise Level: 14dBA (A-weighted IEC 651)
Max SPL for 0.5% THD: 138dB
Max Output 1K Load: +13dBu
Power Requirements: Phantom Power 48V ± 4V
Current Consumption: 5.4mA
Size: 76mm x 152mm
Weight: 1 lb
Metal Finish: Nickel plated

Warranty

Marshall microphones are guaranteed against defects in mate­rial and workmanship for three years 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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