Earthworks Audio ETHOS User manual

ETHOS
VOICE OVER QUALIT
XLR BROADCASTING MICROPHONE
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Thank you for purchasing theEarthworks
ETHOS Broadcasting Microphone.
OUR PURCHASE INCLUDES
1 ETHOS Microphone with Black Foam Windscreen
1 Triad Orbit M2-R Mount
GETTING STARTED
ETHOS is a condenser microphone with active
electronics. This means:z
n Its output level will be naturally higher than many of
the dynamic broadcast microphones that it may be
replacing.z
n It is not uncommon to need to reduce gain if you
were previously using a dynamic microphonek
n You will need to engage phantom power on your
interface or preamp. Pro Tip: It's always a good idea
to plug in a condenser microphone while phantom
power is off and the channel is muted. After
engaging phantom power, give the microphone a
short time to settle before unmuting. z
n In-line preamps and level boosters like the
CloudLifter are not necessary.
Our advanced technology provides signicantly more
exibility with respect to placement relative to other
products traditionally found in broadcast. Start with EQ
at, compression and other effects bypassed, and take
a couple of minutes to nd a position that best
compliments your workow, voice and space. With
your placement determined, EQ and effects can now
be added to taste.
ETHOS
XLR MICROPHONE

ETHOS
XLR MICROPHONE
TIPS & TRICKS FOR PLACEMENT
K ETHOS has plenty of built-in wind and plosive
protection for up close applications from 1-6"
inches:
K Positioning the mic slightly above the mouth
pointing downward can be used to further enhance
wind and pop protection in particularly challenging
situation1
K The generous sweet spot allows you to get great
results from a variety of angle1
K Example: positioning 45 degrees off to the side can
enhance sight lines with minimal impact on sound
quality :
K The microphone's natural rear rejection can be used
to eliminate unwanted noise bleed from sources
like keyboards and fans at 150 and 210 degrees (off-
axis)
VARIANTS
STAINLESSSTEEL MATTE BLACK

ETHOS
XLR MICROPHONE
TROUBLESHOOTING
If you encounter issues while using your Earthworks
Audio microphone, please make sure that: -
$ Your microphone is connected to an active power
supply with phantom power o?
$ You are using a high-quality XLR cable in excellent
condition -
$ The microphone is positioned at an appropriate
distance from the sound sourc<
$ External noise in your recording environment is
kept to a minimu'
$ If your issue persists after checking, please contact
us via our websit
To guarantee your microphone provides years of
performance, follow these guidelines: -
$ Avoid extreme heat and condensing humidity. -
$ Rough handling may damage the microphone
even if no markings are visible. -
$ When not in use, keep the microphone in its case.
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ETHOS
XLR MICROPHONE
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Response
20Hz - 30kHz
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Sensitivity
20mV/Pa (-34dBV/Pa)
Power Requirements
24-48v Pha tom Power, 10m
Peak Acoustic Input
145dB SPL
Output
XLR (pi 2+)
Output Impedanc
65Ω
Min Output Load
600
Self Noise
16dB SPL (A weighted)
Dimensions L x D
6.9" x 2.25"
Weight
1 lb
WARRANTY
The ETHOS carries a two-year limited warra ty (parts a d
labor). Please register your warra ty at: earthworksaudio.com/
register. If you have a y problems with your Earthworks
products, please co tact our warra ty/repair departme t by
email at: [e-mail]
NOTE
This warra ty o ly applies to Earthworks micropho es
purchased bra d ew. For micropho es purchased/received
seco d-ha d, please co tact us via our website.
3 7 W ilto Rd. Milford, NH 03055
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