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838 The 838 has been engineered for the vocalist that needs the vocals to cut through the band. Due to its excellent acoustic properties, the 838 delivers a high signal output to cut through high on-stage sound levels with ease. A gentle presence boost to even tonal response ensures vocal clarity and projection. The balanced frequency response maintains signal quality when moving on and off axis during performance.
Features y Rugged metal body y Shock-mounted capsule y Frequency-independent directivity y Exceptional feedback rejection y Excellent vocal projection y Humbucking coil Delivery includes y 838 microphone y MZQ 800 microphone clamp y Pouch y Instructions for use y Warranty Certificate 2
Pin assignment of XLR-3 connector + + 2 1 1 3 XLR 2 + + 2 1 3 3 XLR XLR + 2 1 3 + 6,3 mm XLR + 2 1 3 XLR + balanced symmetrisch 6,3 mm Removing the sound inlet basket 3
Positioning the microphone Position Resulting sound Commentary High proximity effect (much bass/ fundamental) Very little crosstalk from other sound sources Powerful, direct sound Less proximity effect (less bass/fundamental) More crosstalk from other sound sources Some room ambience, natural, balanced sound Very little proximity effect (little bass/ fundamental) Much crosstalk from other sound sources More room ambience, indirect sound If sibilance or “popping” occurs, position the microphone not
Polar diagram ° 30° 30° 5 10 60° 60° 15 20 25 90° dB 90° 120° 120° 150° 150° 125 250 500 1000 180° Hz Hz Hz Hz 2000 4000 8000 16000 Hz Hz Hz Hz Frequency response curve dBv - 40 - 50 - 60 - 70 - 80 - 90 20 50 100 200 500 1000 2000 5000 10000 20000 Hz 0°, 1 m 5
Specifications Transducer principle Frequency response Pick-up pattern Sensitivity (free field, no load at 1 kHz) Nominal impedance Min. terminating impedance Connector Weight Dimensions 6 dynamic 40.....
Choirs x Studio, acoustic instruments x Orchester x Brass/Saxophon x x x Acoustic bass x x Leslie x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x Cymbals Overheads e835 e838 e840 e845 e865 x x x x Rack toms Percussion x x Snare drums Congas x x Piano, grand piano Floor toms x x Bass amplifiers Kick drums x x Acoustic guitar Guitar amplifiers e825 Vocals e815 e614 e608 e606 Application e604 Variant e602-II Overview of microphone applications x x x 7
Manufacturer declarations Warranty 2 years Approval Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG declare that this device is in compliance with the applicable CE standards and regulations. WEEE Declaration Please dispose of this product at the end of its operational lifetime by bringing it to your local collection point or recycling centre for such equipment.
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