Owners Manual

Introduction

The Miktek C1, multi-pattern, large diaphragm FET condenser will impress the most critical listeners and inspire artists

to create their best performance. The microphone’s polar characteristic is cardioid, in addition, the C1 employs a high-

pass filter and –10dB pad for recording loud sound sources. The frequency response is warm on the bottom and silky-

sweet on the top, yet at the same time, the midrange is natural and open. The microphone produces amazing results

when recording acoustic instruments, guitar amps, or as overheads on a drum kit. But of course, the C1 really excels on

vocal applications. The C1 utilizes the new MK7 capsule developed by Miktek engineers, featuring a 1-inch diaphragm

made using 5-micron Mylar with a 0.4-micron layer of evaporated gold. Diaphragms are then precisely tensioned, and

mounted to carefully tuned backplates to create the finished capsule. The C1’s electronic circuit design is unique and

features the AMI T7 transformer together with the implementation of high quality, exotic components including hand-

selected transistors. In addition, the innovated head amplifier design features a unique circuit that allows the engineer

to switch the capsule bias voltage from +48 to +60 volts. This proprietary circuit implementation essentially provides

the mic with two voices; allowing you to choose between a classic and modern microphone sound. At +48 volts the

capsule’s diaphragm is under less tension, so it’s able to react to extremely subtle changes in sound pressure; enabling

the microphone to capture the slightest nuances in any performance. When the bias voltage is set to +60 volts, the C1

is extremely accurate and articulate. The Miktek C1 is hand assembled, tested and packaged in Nashville, Tennessee,

USA using components from the US, Europe and Asia. Each microphone includes its serialized frequency response

graph created during final testing. The C1 is packaged with its swivel mount, in a wooden box, and set inside a rugged

aluminum case along with the included shock mount.