RODE Microphones S1 User manual

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EMC, LVD
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Instruction
Manual
S1

S1
S1
S1
The
S1 is the result of over 30 years
experience in stage sound technology.
The design brief was simple,
build the best vocal mic in the world
!
How do you achieve that?
Well, you need to have a sound quality that is equal
to the  nest studio microphones; we know how to
do that!
That’s great, but for live use the microphone must
not suffer from feedback, handling or plosive noise.
It must also have a tailored response that takes
into consideration the proximity effect.
What else? It must be able to take the knocks and
bumps of the road!
The S1 does it all, and in my opinion, is the
best-looking vocal mic around!
I am so con dent in this microphone that I am
backing it with a full 5-year guarantee.
While using the S1 is quite simple, and there are
not many things you need to learn, please take
the trouble to read this manual, there are some
basic tips that will ensure you get the very best
performance from your microphone.
Peter Freedman
Rode Microphones
Sydney Australia

S1 Specifications
Acoustic Principle:
Externally polarised
condenser, pressure
gradient transducer.
Directional Pattern:
Hyper Cardioid.
Frequency Response:
20 Hz ~ 20 kHz
(See graph)
Output Impedance:
50 Ω
Sensitivity:
-46.5 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal
(4.7 mV @ 94 dB SPL)
+/- 2 dB into 1kΩ
Equivalent Noise:
19 dBA SPL
(per IEC651, IEC268-15)
Maximum Output:
+12.5 dBu
(@ 0.7% THD into 1kΩ)
Dynamic Range:
132 dB
(per IEC651, IEC268-15)
Maximum SPL:
151 dB
(@ 0.7% THD into 1kΩ)
Signal/Noise:
75 dB
(1kHz rel 1 Pa;
per IEC651, IEC268-15)
Power Requirements:
Phantom P48 4.4mA
S1 Frequency Response.
S1 Polar Pattern.
S1 Polar Pattern.

S1 Microphone
ZP1
ZP1
- Zip Pouch
M1
- S1 Microphone Clip
S1 Features
S1 Features
S1 Features
• Studio Recording quality speci cations.
• Rugged all metal construction.
• Attractive satin nickel  nish.
• Heat treated high strength mesh head.
• Custom designed integral plosives screen.
• Ergonomically balanced.
• Low noise circuitry.
• Low handling noise.
• Comes complete with stand mount & zip pouch.
• Designed and manufactured in Australia.
• Full 5 years guarantee.

Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 2
Usage Guidelines
While some of you will be seasoned audio pros,
I still recommend everyone read the following
before you start!
The S1 is a Phantom powered microphone. It will
not work unless you have a 48V phantom supply.
This will either come from the mixing console,
PA head or you can purchase a separate supply.
You will need a good quality low loss microphone
cable. Spend the money on a good one; it will pay
off in the long run. Keep it as short as practical for
your stage set up.
When using stage monitors,
set them up as per Figure 1.
This will direct the sound to
your ears and towards the
least responsive part of the
S1’s pick up pattern.
While P.A set up is well
beyond this manual, if you
want to get the best sound
possible with the least
problems, I can recommend
a book by the Oz Audio
legend, Duncan Fry. His book
is called ‘Live Sound Mixing’.
A quick no feedback tip, never put your hands over
the ball head. It may look cool, but it changes the
pick-up area of the mic, and can cause feedback
(see Figure 2)!
Don’t point the front of mic at the
Don’t point the front of mic at the
speakers either!
While the S1 has been designed to
While the S1 has been designed to
be taken on the road, it is a
be taken on the road, it is a
precision device and should
precision device and should
be treated accordingly.
Remember, condenser
microphones do not
like moisture.
I would recommend
wiping it down after use, and keep the absorbent
crystals that are supplied with your S1, in the zip
pouch with the mic. They absorb moisture and can
be used many times by simply drying them out in
the oven. When the crystals have turned pink, its
time to dry them out again.

Usage Guidelines
Usage Guidelines
Usage Guidelines
con’t
The ball head of the S1 is an engineering marvel.
Made up of  ve separate mesh screens the outer
is heat-treated steel, which has been bead-blasted
and nickel-plated. Internally we have stainless
steel meshes as well as a  nal nylon mesh. These
 lters are design to remove vocal plosives, while not
affecting the frequency response.
The mesh head can be unscrewed and washed in
soap and water. Please fully dry the head before re
assembly and be sure to take care with the mic once
the head has been removed.
We hope the information we have provided helps
you get the best from your microphone. If you
have any dif culties, please don’t hesitate to
contact us at:
[e-mail]
Warranty Services
All
products are warranted from date of
purchase and the warranty card should be used to
register that purchase.
The warranty covers parts and labour that may
be required to repair the microphone during the
warranty period. The warranty excludes defects
caused by normal wear and tear, modi cation,
shipping damage, or failure to use the microphone
as per the instruction guide.
If you experience any problems, or have any
questions regarding your
microphone,
 rst, contact the dealer who sold it to you. If the
microphone requires factory authorized service, that
dealer will organise return. We have an extensive
distributor/dealer network but if you have dif culty
getting the advice or assistance you require, do not
hesitate to contact us directly or contact your local
distributor.

Technical Support
Technical Support
Technical Support
For information and technical support
questions contact:
[e-mail]
In the United States and Puer to R ico, contac t
[e-mail]
877 3287 7456 to ll fr e e, or
3103287456
In Australia, contact:
[e-mail]
, or
02 96 48 5855
Anywhere except Australia, The United States
and Puer to R ico, contac t:
[e-mail]
61 2 96485855 (Au s t r alia)

Contact Details
Contact Details
Contact Details
Int e rn at io na l :
M i c r o ph o n e s
A B N 91 0 0 0 5 76 4 8 3
107 Carnarvon Street
Silverwater N.S.W
2128 Australia.
or
P.O. Box 6685
Silverwater N.S.W
2128 Australia.
Ph:
61 2 9648-5855
Fax:
61 2 9648-2455
USA:
M i c r o ph o n e s
P.O. Box 3279
Torrance, CA 90510-3279
Ph:
877 328 7456
(Toll free within the U.S.)
Ph:
310-328-7456
Fax:
310-328-7180