Earthworks Audio SR20 User manual

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VOCAL & INSTRUMENT CARDIOID MICROPHONE
SR20

1 Earthworks SR20 (with removable windscreen)
1 Microphone Clip
YOUR PURCHASE INCLUDES
Thank you for purchasing the
Earthworks SR20 Cardioid Microphone!
Before setting up the microphone, pull back all existing settings and EQ. By doing this, you will have a
baseline understanding of how our microphones sound, and will then be able to adjust accordingly.
Begin by removing all included components from the packaging. Make sure to mute any incoming
signal to speakers or headphones to avoid any loud “pops” when connecting.
Connect the microphone to an audio interface supplying 24-48V phantom power using a standard
XLR cable. Because of the microphone’s larger capsule size, please allow one minute for the
microphone to settle. (Plugging in the microphone while phantom power is turned on will not damage
the microphone, and will actually settle the microphone faster.)
To guarantee your microphone provides years of performance, follow these guidelines:
• Avoid touching the front protective screen.
• Never attempt to disassemble the microphone - it cannot be opened.
• 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.
• When not in use, keep the microphone in its bag.
GETTING STARTED
PROPER
MAINTENANCE
In order to remove the windscreen from the SR20, unscrew it from the microphone base. Do not
use excessive force while unscrewing. Doing so may damage the SR20.
IMPORTANT
NOTICE

SPECIFICATIONS SR20
Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Sensitivity 20mV/Pa (-34dBV/Pa)
Power Requirements 24-48V Phantom, 10mA
Peak Acoustic Input 139dB SPL
Output XLR-3
Output Impedance 65Ω, balanced between pins 2 & 3
Minimum Output Load 600Ω, balanced between pins 2 & 3
Noise 16dB SPL (A weighted)
Dimensions 212mm x 22mm (8.4 x .860 inches)
238mm x 22mm (with windscreen)
Weight 135g (.3lb)
WARRANTY All Earthworks® products carry a limited warranty (parts and labor). Please register your warranty at:
earthworksaudio.com/register. If you have any problems with your Earthworks products, please contact our
warranty/repair department by email at: [e-mail].
NOTE: This warranty only applies to Earthworks microphones purchased brand new. For microphones purchased/
received second-hand, please contact us via our website.
37 Wilton Rd. Milford, NH 03055
[phone]
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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.
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earthworksaudio.com, or by phone at (603)-654-2433.