User Manual

SPECIFICATIONS:
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Audix Corporation 9400 SW Barber Street, Wilsonville, OR 97070
Transducer Type Dynamic
Frequency Response 30 Hz - 15 kHz
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Output Impedance 200 ohms
Sensitivity 0.8 mV / Pa @ 80 Hz
Capsule Technology VLM Type E
Off Axis Rejection >20 dB
Maximum SPL ≥144 dB
Power Requirements None
Connector Switchcraft® male
XLR connector
Polarity Positive voltage on pin
2 relative to pin 3 of
output XLR connector
Housing / Finish Machined Aluminum /
Black Hard Coat
Weight 217 g / 7.7 ounces
Length 117 mm / 4.6 inches
FREQUENCY / POLARS:
SERVICE AND WARRANTY:
This microphone is under warranty for
a period of 5 years from any and all
manufacturing defects. Should your
microphone fail in any way, please con-
tact the Audix Service department at
503-682-6933. A Return Authorization
number is required before returning
any products.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE:
The D6 is manufactured to exacting specs with
roadworthy construction. However, the capsule
is highly sensitive and should be handled with
care. Avoid extreme temperatures and be sure
to store your microphone in the pouch provided
when not in use. Moisture of any kind can
adversely affect the sound and performance of
your microphone.
To register your
microphone, please visit
www.audixusa.com
***All specications subject to change without notice.
OPERATION:
The D6 is a low impedance microphone and should be plugged into a “mic level” of
your console, mixer, or recording device. Please note that your microphone does not
require phantom power and will not be effected in any way by phantom power should
it be running simultaneously while the microphone is in operation. Avoid plugging or
unplugging the microphone from the PA system unless the channel is muted or the
volume of the system turned down. Failure to do so may result in a loud “popping”
noise which could seriously damage the speakers in the PA system.
ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS SPECIFICATIONS:
The microphone shall be of the dynamic type operating on the moving coil principle
and the capsule shall be VLM Type E. The polar pattern of the microphone shall be
cardioid. The nominal output impedance shall be 200 ohms at 1 kHz.The microphone
shall have a sensitivity of 0.8 mV / Pa at 80 Hz and will handle a sound pressure level
of ≥144 dB. The microphone body shall be machined of aluminum and the grill cap
shall be steel wire mesh. The overall dimensions shall be 21.5 mm in diameter at the
base, 51 mm in diameter at the widest point and 117mm in length. The microphone
shall be the Audix D6.
USER TIPS:
The D6 compensates for instruments with extremely high sound pressure levels by
having a very low output stage. For kick drums, as a general rule, start with the mic
positioned centered inside the middle of the drum pointed towards the beater. For
more attack, and less bass boom, move the mic closer to the beater. For less attack
and more bass, move the mic further away from the beater. For kick drums without
hole in front head, place the D6 a few inches from the head for a large dynamic sound.
For toms, position the mic 2 inches from the head and point towards the center of the
drum. For bass cabinets, position the mic 90 degrees to the grill cloth and 1-2 inches
inside the edge of the speaker.
*Further miking techiques may be found on our website at www.audixusa.com
DIMENSIONS (mm):
D6