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Care of Your Microphone

Here are a few tips for care of your Pulsar microphone:

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Never subject the Pulsar to physical shock.

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Always use a stand—and always use the included hard mount when securing to a stand.

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Always wipe the Pulsar exterior down with a soft dry cloth and return it to its case after each use to 
prevent damage from dust.

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In the event that your Pulsar needs more extensive cleaning, lightly dampen a soft cloth with water or 
mild household soap and clean the metal exterior, wiping it completely dry when finished. Never spray 
a cleaning agent on the microphone itself, as the moisture can damage the unit.

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Avoid subjecting the Pulsar to any kind of moisture. In vocal applications, use a windscreen to protect the 
diaphragm from breath condensation and saliva  build-up.

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Never disassemble the Pulsar microphone. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

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Always use top-quality cables in order to avoid electrical problems that may damage the microphones 
electronics.

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Avoid temperature extremes above 95°F and below 50°F. In order to avoid harmful moisture condensation 
on the diaphragm, allow the microphone to acclimate to room temperature before connection when 
moving the microphone between outdoor and indoor environments.

Specifications

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Type: small diaphragm condenser

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Polar Pattern: cardioid

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Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz

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Sensitivity: 13.8 mV/Pa (-37dBV re 1V/Pa) 

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Max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 134dB 

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Equivalent Noise Level: 17dB A-weighted

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Output Impedance: 200 

Ω

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Recommended Load Impedance: > 1,000 

Ω

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Preamp Topology: Class A FET, transformerless 

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Power Requirement: 48V phantom power

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Connector: 3-pin male XLR

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Dimensions:  22mm (0.87”) dia,, 132 mm (5.20”) long

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Weight: 115 g (4.0 oz) 

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•   Pulsar Small-Capsule Condenser Microphone Care and Usage