User manual
INTRODUCTION
The Element Series EM-9C Large-Diaphragm
Condenser microphone delivers immaculate
sound reproduction and worry-free reliability
every time you hit the studio.
Whether looking for warmth and brilliance on a vocal
track, capturing the nuance of stringed instruments,
or adding a bit of room ambiance, this condenser
delivers.
Incredible sound, sleek looks, and built-like-a-tank
construction, experience the EM-9C Condenser
Microphone in your next recording.
FEATURES
PROFESSIONAL QUALITY THAT’S AFFORDABLE
• Voiced for the stage, built for the road, priced for your wallet
RUGGED CONSTRUCTION
• Built-like-a-tank™ so you can rely on it for great recordings
for years to come
YOUR NEW STUDIO GO-TO
• Vocalists to instruments, voice-overs to ambiance, this mic does it all
• Great for home studios, content creation, live streaming, and more
CARDIOID POLAR PATTERN
• Rejects peripheral noise to keep your performance crystal clear
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
• Shock mount
• XLR cable
NEED HELP WITH THE MICROPHONE?
• Visit www.mackie.com and click Support to find:
FAQs, manuals, and addendums.
• Telephone -800-898-32 to speak with one of our splendid
technical support chaps (Monday through Friday, normal
business hours, Pacific Time).
Technical Specifications EM-91C
Element Black Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern Uni-directional
Frequency Response 20 Hz – 18 kHz
Sensitivity –30 dB ±3 dB (0 dB = 1 V/Pa @ 1 kHz)
Output Impedance 150 Ω ±30% (@ 1 kHz)
Max SPL 134 dB (@1 kHz = 1% THD)
Equivalent Noise Level 16 dB A
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 78 dB
Working Voltage 48V phantom power supply
Size (H × W )
6.1" × 1.9"
155 × 48 mm
Weight 0.46 lb • 0.21 kg
All specifications subject to change
Frequency (Hz)
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FREQUENCY RESPONSE GRAPHSUPER-DIRECTIONAL @1 kHz