Nady Systems RSM-1 User Manual

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USER GUIDERSM-1 Ribbon Studio MicrophoneUNPACKING, INSPECTION, STORAGE AND TRANSPORTYour RSM-1 microphone was carefully packed at the factory, and the shipping carton (and soft carrying case) was designed to protectthe unit during shipping. Please retain this container for subsequent transport and in the highly unlikely event that you ever need toreturn your microphone for servicing. Please note: since the ribbon assembly of the RSM-1, as with all ribbon microphones, isextremely fragile, you must verify immediately upon receipt of your microphone that it has not been damaged during shipment and isoperating correctly. The warranty on this microphone does not extend beyond an initial inspection, since these microphones can be soeasy damaged during handling and use. If the unit arrived damaged please return it immediately to where you bought it. Units that aredamaged in use can be returned to Nady Systems and the ribbon assembly replaced for a fixed charge (see Service section below).STANDARD ITEMS SUPPLIED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES• RSM-1 ribbon microphone with attached stand mount• User Guide• Warranty card• Soft, padded carrying caseFEATURESCongratulations on purchasing the Nady RSM-1 Ribbon Studio Microphone. This superiorneoclassic microphone is designed for use in contemporary, state-of-the-art studios, yet offers theunique natural sound previously only available on such classic large ribbon mics as the legendaryRCA 44, which is still used to make great recordings today after almost 70 years. Perfect forrecording studio vocals, acoustic instruments, strings, horns, orchestras and choral groups,ambient instrument audio, and many live sound applications. Powerful and versatile, and with theunmatched natural sound of classic ribbon mics, the RSM-1 meets the stringent requirements ofeven the most demanding digital recording and live broadcasting applications.This user guide covers the operation of the RSM-1 microphone and the available optionalaccessories.To take full advantage of the superb features of your microphone, and to enjoy long and trouble-free use, please read this user’s guide carefully. As ribbon microphones are, by their design, verysensitive to damage from mishandling and use, it is very important to read and observe theprecautions below about proper use.• MPF Series Pop Filter (highly recommended, as ribbonmicrophones are very susceptible to damage from strongair blasts, as with percussive sounds during recording)• IMCC-1 aluminum flight carrying case• Unparalleled vintage ribbon (velocity) mic sound andperformance at an affordable price• Versatile physical and acoustic design for numerous vocal andinstrument recording and live sound uses. Compact housing foreasy, unobtrusive mic placement anywhere.• Low-tension 2 inch long, 2 micron thick aluminum ribbon designfor classic ribbon audio reproduction with smooth, uniformnatural sound, fast accurate transient response, ultra-high 165dB SPL capability, unmatched transient response and overallstunning realism• Offers a choice of audio reproduction depending on placementfor utmost versatility in dialing in the desired “sound”. Figure-8audio directional (pickup) pattern for both front and rear side,with extended sweet spots (as compared to large diaphragmcondenser mics), and slightly different frequency responses fromfront and rear side. Also, increased off-axis high frequencyresponse on sides, with decreased high response above andbelow on-axis (though lower audio levels).• Enables often useful individual recording volume control ofseparate sources, through use of stereo mic setups whereinisolation is achieved by placing the source so that it is in theprincipal axis of one mic and the off-axis null of the other• Manufactured with the finest materials with a machined housingwith advanced internal shock mount construction for the higheststructural integrity and rugged reliability

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