Electro-Voice PL80a warranty Key Features, General Description, Warranty

PL80a

Dynamic Supercardioid

Vocal Microphone

Key Features:

•EQ-friendly sonic contour

•Highly detailed frequency response

•Supercardioid polar pattern

•Powerful Neodymium magnet structure

•Shock mounted capsule and low handling noise

•Fine mesh Memraflex™ grille

General Description:

Thank you for purchasing the Electro-Voice® PL80a. This product is a premium-grade supercardioid dynamic microphone designed to elegantly capture the character of vocals in live sound applications. The PL80a’s “EQ-friendly” sonic contour adapts well to any vocal texture allowing vocals to sit nicely in the mix without being harsh. The enhanced isolation provided by its supercardioid polar pattern is an excellent defense against system feedback and cross-talk bleed emanating from other nearby sound sources. The result is higher gain before feedback and cleaner stage mixes. Although designed to be a vocal microphone for music and spoken word, the PL80a will also function well as an instrument or amplifier microphone where a dynamic element capsule would be desired.

Technical Specifications:

Application Notes:

As with most directional microphones, the low frequency response of the PL80a microphone varies with the distance from the sound source. Known as “proximity effect”, the bass response of the microphone increases as the working distance to the microphone is reduced. This “bass boost” is only audible when working at distances closer than 6 inches. Using this microphone at distances greater than 6 inches provides minimal coloration from proximity effect.

Proximity effect can be used to your advantage when a thin voice is being recorded. As the vocalist decreases their working distance to the microphone, the low frequency content is enhanced. Close- up positioning of the microphone will also reduce the potential for feedback from the sound reinforcement system. When close-talked, the bass-boost provides an increase in overall microphone output level. The mixer gain may be proportionately reduced, resulting in a reduction of the system’s sensitivity to feedback caused by the sound entering the microphone from the loudspeakers.

Warranty:

This Electro-Voice® PL80a product is guaranteed against malfunc- tion due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of three

(3)years from the date of original purchase. Please refer to the Limited Warranty card included with your product for further warranty information.

Element Type: Dynamic, Neodymium Magnet Structure

Frequency Response: 80 Hz - 16,000 Hz

Polar Pattern: Supercardioid

Sensitivity, Open Circuit 2.2 mV/Pa (-53 dBV) Voltage, 1 kHz:

Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3

Rated Impedance: 600 ohms

Microphone Connector: 3-pin, XLR-type

Finish: Textured black satin handle with

MemraflexTM grille

Dimensions: Length = 7.44” (189.0 mm)

Width = 2.00” (50.7 mm)

Shank = 1.01” (25.6 mm)

Accessories Included: Stand adapter with Euro-thread insert, Soft zippered gig bag

Net Weight: 11.8 oz (333 g)

Shipping Weight: 20.7 oz (587 g)