The 865 is a fully professional vocal microphone
utilising the very best in condenser microphone
technology to achieve new standards of quality and
sound. An extended dynamic range and a super-smooth
frequency response deliver an outstanding signal quality
with excellent vocal projection and the lowest possible
distortion. The extended high-frequency response
combined with the super-cardioid pick-up pattern
enables the 865 to handle the highest vocal levels
without feedback.
The rugged metal construction protects the microphone
in the most rigorous conditions.
Due to its phantom powering capability, the 865 is
especially suitable for use with professional systems.
The 865 S variant features a silent
ON/OFF switch
.
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Features
y Rugged metal body
y Extended dynamic response with pronounced
presence and vocal “punch”
y Excellent feedback rejection
y Very good suppression of handling noise
y Very high sound pressure handling capability
Delivery includes
y865 microphone
y MZQ 800 microphone clamp
y Pouch
y Instructions for use
y Warranty Certificate
ON/OFF switch ( 856 S only)
Use the screw to lock the switch in the ON position. With
the switch set in the ON position, gently turn the screw
head 90° to lock the switch in position.
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Pin assignment of XLR-3 connector
+
+
12
3
XLR
+
1
2
3
XLR
+
2
1
3
XLR6,3 mm
balanced
symmetrisch
Removing the sound inlet basket
+
12
3
XLR
+
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ositioning the microphone
PositionResulting soundCommentary
High proximity effect
(much bass/
fundamental)
Powerful, direct sound
Very little crosstalk
from other sound
sources
Less proximity effect
(less bass/fundamental)
Some room ambience,
natural, balanced sound
Very little proximity
effect (little bass/
fundamental)
More room ambience,
indirect sound
More crosstalk from
other sound sources
Much crosstalk from
other sound sources
If sibilance or “popping” occurs, position the microphone
not directly in front of the mouth but slightly to the side.
In order to prevent feedback, position monitor
loudspeakers so that they are located in the angle area of
the highest cancellation of the microphone.
In order to prevent interference due to crosstalk between
adjacent sound sources, try to position the microphone so
that the interfering sound source is located in the angle
area of the highest cancellation of the microphone
(approx. 135°; see polar diagram).
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Polar diagram
5
0
5
20
5
dB
30
60
90
30
60
90
0
50
80
50
0
000
z
000
z
8000
z
6000
z
z
z
z
000 Hz
50
60
0
80
90
0
00
00
000
000
0000
0000
m
m
0
v
1
1
2
12
1
125 H
250 H
H
1
Frequency response curve
B
- 4
-
-
- 7
-
2
1
2
1
12
1
1
2
H
4
H
H
1
H
1
1
2
2
5 c
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Specifications
Transducer principlepre-polarised
condenser microphone
Frequency response40.....20.000 Hz
Pick-up pattern super-cardioid
Sensitivity
(free field, no load at 1 kHz)3 mV/Pa
Nominal impedance 200 Ω (balanced)