Earthworks Audio SR117 User manual

SR117
SUPERCARDIOID CONDENSER
VOCAL MICROPHONE
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Version 3.0, Last Updated 3/31/23

Thank you for purchasing the Earthworks
SR117 Handheld Vocal Microphone
YOUR PURCHASE I CLUDES
1 SR117 Microphon
1 Microphone Cli
1 Protective Fabric Bag
GETTI G STARTED
The SR117 is a condenser microphone with active
electronics. This means
 Its output level will be naturally higher than many of
the dynamic microphones that it may be replacing.
It is not uncommon to need to reduce gain if you
were previously using a dynamic microphone.
 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.
PROPER MAI TE A CE
To guarantee your microphone provides years of
performance, follow these guidelines
 Never attempt to disassemble the lower half of the
microphone.
 Avoid extreme heat and condensing humidity.
Allow the microphone to warm up when bringing it
in from the cold.
 Rough handling may damage the microphone
even if no markings are visible.
SR117
Vocal Microphone
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GENERAL TIPS FOR USING THE SR117
Bec use of its ctive electronics, the SR117 m y beh ve
differently th n your l st microphone, especi lly if your
l st microphone w s dyn mic. When you’re using
the SR117, your voice is pulled into the mic, r ther th n
you h ving to push your voice. Comp red to your l st
mic, the SR117 will likely require less pre mp g in, nd
different EQ, g te nd compression settings
Whenever you use the SR117, set yourself up for success
by following these steps. If you don’t follow these steps,
you run the risk of cre ting very loud feedb ck, loud
pops, nd other unw nted noises
Before connecting the mic
 Mute the ch nnel you’ll be plugging it int
 M ke sure ph ntom power is switched OF
 Reduce pre mp g in to minimu
 Reset EQ to  t nd diseng ge the ch nnel g te
nd compressor (where pplic ble
Then connect the SR117 to one end of n XLR c ble,
with the other end plugged into your mixing bo rd or
interf ce
After connecting the mic
 Switch ph ntom power O
 W it t le st 10 seconds for the microphone to fully
power u
 Un-mute the ch nne
 Then djust pre mp g in, EQ nd other settings s
desire
Before disconnecting the mic
 Mute the ch nne
 Switch ph ntom power OFF
SR117
Voc l Microphone
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ADDITIONAL TIPS
SR117
Vocal Microphone
ROUBLESHOO ING
If you encounter issues while using your Earthworks
Audio microphone, please make sure that
 Your microphone is connected to an active power
supply.
 Phantom power is being supplied to the
microphone.
 Your microphone and XLR cable are well
connected.
 The microphone is positioned at an appropriate
distance from the sound source.
 External noise in your recording environment is
kept to a minimum.
 Your recording space is at room temperature and
free of dust
If your issue persists after checking, please contact us
via our website.
 Aim the SR117 toward the intended vocalist and
away from unwanted sources
 (Maximum rejection is found at the 135-degree
point of the polar pattern.
 Place the SR117 1-2 inches away from the vocalist’s
mouth for best results.
 Get closer to the SR117 for extra bass response
 Place the SR117 as far as possible from reective
surfaces
 Even though the SR117 is treated to minimize
handling noise, the best position for it is mounted
onto a microphone stand
 Do not cover any part of the microphone grille with
your hand, as this will adversely affect microphone
performance
 Do not aim directly at your speaker or PA.
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The windscreen can be removed if it requires cleaning.
See details below.
CLEANING T E SR117’s WINDSCREEN
 First unscrew the windscreen portion of the
microphone.
 Carefully remove the inner mesh pop lter from the
windscreen.
 Use isopropyl alcohol wipes to wipe down the
SR117’s body and outer windscreen
 Make sure not to saturate the pop lter or the
mesh of the mic tip
 If the inner pop lter needs cleaning, wash it with a
mild detergent and let it sit until it’s dry.
 Put the inner pop lter back inside the windscreen
 Screw the full windscreen onto the SR117’s body.
A NOTE ABOUT T E SR117’S INNER WINDSCREEN
The internal ne mesh pop lter is self aligning, and it
stays in place because of the interference t. Be careful
when unscrewing the outer windscreen, as the inner
pop lter may fall out
When putting it all back together, make sure that it is
properly aligned and then simply screw the outer
sleeve back in pace.
SR117
Vocal Microphone
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SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Response
2 Hz - 2 kH
Polar Pattern
Supercardioi
Sensitivity
5 mV/Pa (-46 dBV/Pa
Power Requirements
48V Phantom Power (P48),
1 m
Peak Acoustic Input
14 dBSP
Output
XLR-3
Minimum Output Loa
1k
Nois
2 dBSPL-
Dimension
7" x 1.93
Weight
.85 lbs ( .38 Kg)
SR117
Vocal Microphone
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WARRANTY
All Earthworks® produ ts arry a limited warranty (parts and
labor). Please register your warranty at: earthworksaudio.com/
register. If you have any problems with your Earthworks
produ ts, please onta t our warranty/repair department by
email at: [e-mail].
NOTE
This warranty only applies to Earthworks mi rophones
pur hased brand new. For mi rophones pur hased/re eived
se ond-hand, please onta t us via our website.
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COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
SR117
Vocal Microphone
Hereby, Earthworks Inc. declares that this product has
been determined to be in compliance with UKCA
requirements
The full text of the UK declaration of conformity is
available at the following site
https://earthworksaudio.com/support/documents/u
Hereby, Earthworks Inc. declares that this product has
been determined to be in compliance with European
Union requirements
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is
available at the following site
https://earthworksaudio.com/support/documents/eu