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USER GUIDE
SGM-12 — Shotgun Condenser Microphone
Congratulations on purchasing the Nady
SPECIAL FEATURES
•Perfect for video recording, lectures, angled overhead placement, boom applications and
•Dual electret condenser elements for maximum
•Power / Polar Pattern switch for selecting cardioid or
•Smooth linear response with high sensitivity and exceptionally low
•Sleek, durable, lightweight metal construction
•Single AA alkaline or NiMH battery operation (not included)
•Extra thick foam windscreen included
•Optional
USING YOUR SGM-12
The
Depending on the application, the
Be aware of the proximity effect (an increase in bass response) when the mic is placed closer to the sound source. This may or may not be desirable. Experimenting with the position of the mic with respect to the audio source will ensure the optimum results you are seeking in any given application.
If the microphone is placed too near a speaker, an unpleasant howling effect (acoustic feedback) may occur. Although all microphones are prone to feedback to some extent, those with a unidirectional or
Some useful ways in which to totally eliminate annoying feedback include: experimenting with mic positions with respect to the speakers, decreasing speaker volume (whenever possible), and adjusting the equalization of the mic audio with the mixer.