User Manual
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// If you are planning to record vocals or spoken word, make sure to use the
supplied LCT 50 PSx magnetic pop lter. The pop lter prevents plosive sounds
that are overloading the signal. Plosive sounds are occurring when pronouncing
aspirated plosives, which are sounds that are accompanied by a strong burst of
breath, e.g. P(opping) in spoken language.
// The pop lter also prevents the capsule being exposed to moisture, and in
addition to that, it looks great.
// Loosen the adjustment screw on the back of the shock mount. Adjust the angle
and then fastened it securely.
// Connect the LCT 441 FLEX via standard 3-pin XLR cable to your recording
device or preamp. Make sure it is capable of providing 48V phantom power (P48).
// Mute your microphone channel before you turn the phantom power on - it
produces a switch-on sound.
// Set the input gain on your recording interface according to the sound source
you want to record. Just play or sing the loudest part of the track you are about to
record and nd the right gain setting. With having your peaks around -12 dBFS
you will be save in most cases, and do not need to worry about ugly distortions
but still have a good signal-to-noise ratio.
6. Before you start
Before you can start recording, you should check if you have all the necessary
equipment. A microphone alone is not able to complete this task - not even ours.
// Nowadays the easiest and most uncomplicated way is to buy a microphone and
an audio interface that you can connect to your computer. This setup is the most
cost-efcient recording solution.
// Make sure that your audio interface has an XLR-input channel that can supply
48V phantom power.
// You are also going to need a 3-pin XLR cable and a sturdy microphone stand.
// There are several software solutions (DAW = Digital Audio Workstation) available
that serve as your digital studio. Their functionality ranges from basic recording
functions to studio professionality.
7. Setting up your LCT 441 FLEX
// The LCT 441 FLEX comes with a shock mount. A shock mount isolates
the microphone from structure-borne noise. Attach it to a stable and sturdy
microphone stand. Place the LCT 441 FLEX in the shock mount and secure it
by fastening the threaded nut turning it counter-clockwise. Make sure the user
interface faces the open side of the shock mount!