Perrycom MUD6 User manual
MUD6
USB CONDENSER
MICROPHONE
USER MANUAL
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DESCRIPTION
The MUD6 is a high quality condenser micro-
phone with an advanced A/D and USB interface
which gives you digital recording capabilities
instantly with no external digital interface or
software driver required. It is USB compatible
with Mac, Windows, and most DAW software
programs, including GarageBand. The MUD6
offers premium quality audio recording with ease
and mobility, and with its pivoting stand mount
and 9.8 ft. (3-meter) USB cable, the MUD6 is a
valuable kit for any project studio.
FEATURES
• Smooth, at frequency response.
• Plug in and start recording, no drivers required.
• Up to 16 bit / 48 kHz sampling.
• Powered by USB power, no external power
required.
• Headphone output and volume control.
MUD6
USB CONDENSER MICROPHONE
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SPECIFICATIONS
Type Back Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Response 30-18,000 Hz
Sensitivity (at 1k Hz Open Circuit Voltage) -38 dBV/Pa (12.6 mV)
Max. SPL >135 dB SPL
Power Requirements USB 5V, 30 mA
Resolution Up to 16 bit/48k Hz sampling rate
Finish Champagne silver
Connectors USB B-TYPE, 1/8”(3.5mm) phone connector
Dimensions Ø54 × 150 mm (Ø2.13” × 5.9”)
Net Weight 422 g (14.9 oz)
*Note:Specications are subject to change.
MUD6 FREQUENCY RESPONSE (SUPERCARDIOID)
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Threaded
adapter
Pivoting
stand mount
Pouch 3-meter
cable
Table
stand
FURNISHED ACCESSORIES
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
USB
USB 1.1 or 2.0, powered
RAM
64MB RAM (minimum)
OPERATING SYSTEM
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 10
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Edition
Microsoft Windows XP Home / Professional Edition
(service pack 1.0 or later, or use the USB audio driver update from Microsoft)
Microsoft Windows Vista™ Business Edition
Apple Computer Mac OS X 10.0 or later Edition
Apple Computer Mac OS X 10.1 or later Edition
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VOLUME
E205U
Unit:mm/inch
A
C
B
D
USB Power Indicator
When it is lit up, it means the USB connec-
tion is done and MUD6 get the power from
USB interface.
Headphone Volume Control
Pop-out level control to adjust the overall
volume of the Headphone output.
Headphone Output Jack
1/8-inch (3.5mm) stereo jack for connect-
ing headphones or studio monitors.
USB connector
MUD6 involves a USB B-type connector,
it is allowed to connect to laptop with USB
A-type jack.
FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
A
B
C
D
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ON A TABLE
Through optional table stand
HM6, You may put the MUD6
on a table and do recording.
ON A STAND
By using a
microphone stand,
the MUD6 can be
mounted on it for
recording. CONNECTIONS USB CONNECTOR
A separated 3-meter cable with USB
A-type connector allowed to be connected
to a computer with USB port.
*Notice: The included USB cable is for laptop with A-type
connector. For computer with another connector type (ex.
C-type), please use connector adaptor.
INSTALLATION
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Next, launch your DAW, turn down the
main output level and select the MUD6
for the input.
Next, put on your headphones that is con-
nected to the headphone output of MUD6,
position the MUD6 to the sound source
then adjust the volume control until you
reach a comfortable listening level.
Now, setup the level of the MUD6 and
there are few ways to do this depending
on your computer system. You can set
the microphone’s input level in the Sound
playback in Windows or in the Sound
dialog box in the System Preferences if
you are using the MAC OS.
Set up a mono record track in your DAW.
Set level of the microphone by raising the
Input level control in your DAW or system
to about half way up.
Now, follow the instructions of your DAW software to enable the track for recording and
you’re ready to record.
*Notice: If the microphone level of MUD6 are too loud or not enough, please check your DAW software or refer to Trou-
bleshooting page in this manual to adjust the level in Windows and Mac computer system.
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Now, plug the other end of the USB cable
into an available powered USB port on
your computer.
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QUICK START
You can position the MUD6 on an optional
stand by using included accessories.
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Plug the B type connector of the included
USB cable into the USB socket on the
bottom of the MUD6.
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Be sure to position the side of grille net to
the sound source and keep the Perrycom
logo and LED indicator face the direction
of sound source.
*Notice: Be sure to check the USB audio device driver
setup for Windows and Mac OS to confirm your computer
has recognized the MUD6.
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Hit “Control Panel” >> Hit “Hardware and Sound”
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WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM
USB AUDIO EQUIPMENT DRIVER
If you encounter a problem, please check whether driver has been setup successfully.
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Sound >> Hit “Manage audio devices”
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Hit “Recording” tab >> Click “MUD6” >> Click “Set Default” to select MUD6 as
the default microphone.
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*Notice: If there is already the green tick next to the MUD6 microphone symbol and the “Set Default” button is not able to
be hit (dark gray color), the MUD6 has been selected as the default device successfully.
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Hit “Properties” >> hit “Level” tab to adjust the microphone input gain.
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If you would like to use the equipped headphone output jack of MUD6 as the
monitoring:
Hit “Playback” tab >> Click “MUD6” >> Click “Set Default” to select MUD6 as
the default microphone.
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*Notice: If there is already the green tick next to the MUD6 speaker symbol and the “Set Default” button is not able to be
hit (dark gray color), the MUD6 has been selected as the default device successfully.
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Hit “Properties” >> hit “Level” tab to adjust the headphone output volume.
After that, please use the headphone volume knob on the MUD6 to do real-time
adjustment.
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Open the Sound Preference window from System Preferences. Select MUD6
from both the Input and Output tabs.
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MAC OS OPERATING SYSTEM
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Garage Band users:
open Garage Band before plugging in the microphone to automatically select
the USB device.
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USING THE DIRECT MONITOR
To turn direct monitoring on or off, open the Audio/MIDI Setup utility located in
the Utility folder inside the Applications folder.
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MUD6
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Now click the checkbox in the Thru column in Audio/MIDI Setup.
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MUD6
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Problem Solution
No sound in
headphones
Check the headphone volume control and microphone gain at
computer control panel.
Microphone
sound is too week
or distorted
Windows:
Audio tab, click Volume under Record and turn up Microphone
Gain Control.
Mac:
From System Preferences, Choose Sound, Select Input tab
and turn up Input gain.
Headphones are
not loud enough
Windows:
Audio tab, click Volume under Sound playback and turn up
Volume Control.
Mac:
From System Preferences, Choose Sound, Select Output tab
and turn up Output volume.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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!
WARNING! INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH IF MISHANDLED
COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
※Do not expose the unit to rain or an environment where it may be splashed by water or other liquids
as doing so may result in re or electric shock.
※Do not attempt to modify this product. Doing so could result in personal injury and/or product failure.
※Do not subject to extreme force and do not pull on the cable, it might cause the product failures.
※Keep this product and the equipment which used together dry and avoid to exposure to extreme
high temperature and humidity.
LIMITED WARRANTY
For compliance with the instructions which record in the user manual, Perrycom Enterprise provide one year
period warranty for all material and producing quality from purchase date. This warranty term will adjust
according to different country or area. Please contact local distributor to receive more information. In the validity
period, if there’s any material, producing quality, or any function unavailable, Perrycom will repair or replace the
parts. This warranty is only for the product which selling by distributor or agent which authorized by Perrycom.
However, the situation below is excluded in the warranty :
The damage which caused by accident, abuse, improper instructions, self-modication and repair, or damage
from transportation, not complying with the instructions which record in the manual, repair by the company
which didn’t authorized by Perrycom Enterprise, request by distributor without authorized, or the serial number
sticker on Perrycom product is unidentied, modied, or removed. All repair of Perrycom products can only
accept from repair centre, distributor or agent which authorized by Perrycom. Unauthorized repair, maintenance
and modication will not receive relevant warranty and will be excluded in the warranty. Any repair guarantee
under warranty need to provide selling receipt from authorized distributor or agent to make sure your Perrycom
product still in the warranty period. To obtain the original authorized repair warranty, please contact authorized
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