Marshall electronic 990 warranty Little Background Information, For More Information

Congratulations on your purchase of the MXL 990 USB Stereo mic which uses two gold diaphragm capsules in an X/Y pattern for stereo recording. MXL micro- phones are the result of world-class engineering and manufacturing capabilities. They are designed to provide you with outstanding performance and exceptional value. While we encourage you to review this entire manual, there are a few key points about handling this microphone that we want you to familiarize yourself with right from the start.

The MXL USB mics are a professional quality, condenser microphone designed specifically for recording. Unlike microphones designed for live performance or lesser dynamic model microphones, this instrument requires careful handling. Hence, you should observe the following…

ALWAYS… handle the microphone carefully, avoiding sudden shocks such as dropping or bumping the microphone into other objects.

ALWAYS… maintain a distance of approximately 4 – 6 inches when speaking or singing into the microphone. You are encouraged to use a pop filter for added protection of the sensitive capsule and to shield the instrument from saliva and sudden bursts of air.

NEVER… tap the microphone to check if it’s working. The RED LED behind the microphone’s protective grill will tell you it’s on and that the correct side is facing you.

NEVER… blow into the microphone to check if it’s working. The RED LED behind the microphone’s protective grill will tell you it’s on.

By following these few basic handling procedures, you can expect a long and trouble-free relationship with your new microphone. Again, thank you for your purchase of this outstanding MXL microphone.

A Little Background Information

MXL stereo microphones use what is known as a X/Y pattern, which is two cap- sules facing 90º apart. Each capsule will send the audio information it receives to the corrosponding right or left side of a stereo track on the computer. The capsule behind the “L” is more sensitive to sound waves arriving from the left side of the microphone as opposed to those arriving from the right side. The capsule behind the “R” is just the opposite. Unlike other MXL models, this microphone benefits from being a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device—meaning this is a plug and play microphone that will interface with Windows and Macintosh computers without the need for any special drivers. As a USB device, it carries the added benefit of not requiring an external microphone preamp, as is the case with most condenser microphones.

We’ve already mentioned the importance of proper handling, but should you find yourself recording an outdoor performance, you would be well advised to use a windscreen as protection for your microphone.

7.Then select the Audio/MIDI icon in the top row. From the drop down menu under Audio Input, select the USB Audio Codec as shown in Figure #13 below.

Figure #13

8.You will then be asked if you really want to change the driver. Select Yes. The computer will then say it is initializing the audio driver. Wait until this is done, then close the window.

9.At this point, you should see the meter move when you speak into the micro- phone. You can now click on the Record button and record your vocals or dialog using your microphone.

PLEASE NOTE: As long as the microphone is plugged in when Garage Band is started, the audio input source settings in Garage Band will be saved until you change them again, even if you close the program or start a new project.

For More Information

For additional information about your MXL USB microphone, how to contact technical support, as well as information on other products manufactured by MXL, please visit us online at www.mxl-usb.com.

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