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Electro-Voice RE20 Microphone & dbx 286s

User Manual for Electro-Voice RE20 Microphone & dbx 286s Preamp Broadcaster Kit

• Product category: Voice Over Microphones Electro-Voice
• Brand: Electro-Voice
• Description and content of package
• Technical information and basic settings
• Frequently asked questions – FAQ
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Product description

• Electro-Voice RE20 Broadcast Announcer Microphone with Variable-D
  • Variable-D Explained
  • RE20 vs. RE320
  A broadcast industry standard, the RE20 Broadcast Announcer Microphone with Variable-D from Electro-Voice is a cardioid dynamic microphone that delivers reliable, low-noise performance with exceptional clarity and definition.
  Tailored Response
  • Response tailored especially for vocals with high sound pressure handling capabilities
  Construction
  • Rugged, steel construction with low handling noise
  Supercardioid Pattern
  • The RE 20 features a supercardioid polar pattern which is extremely effective in isolating sound sources while reducing background noise
  Internal Windscreen
  • An internal blast and wind filter eliminates pop and wind noise at the closest proximity
  Bass Tilt Down Switch
  • The bass tilt switch corrects spectrum balance for use in long reach situations and eliminates low frequency noise and rumble
  Flat Frequency Respone
  • The RE20's flat frequency response remains flat even at extremely close proximities
  UPC: 701001000098
• dbx 286s - Microphone Preamp/Channel Strip
  • Variable-D Explained
  • RE20 vs. RE320
  The 286s from dbx is a full featured channel strip that includes a studio quality microphone/instrument preamplifier, and four processors that can be used independently or in any combination. The hassle of patching together multiple processors for use on one track can be frustrating. The unit delivers the entire microphone processing chain needed in a single box, with the shortest, cleanest signal path. Features include wide-ranging input gain control, switchable +48V phantom power, and an 80Hz high-pass filter to remove low frequency hum, rumble or wind. The dbx OverEasy compressor can transparently smooth out uneven acoustic tracks, or deliver the classic "in your face" vocal performance. Vocal sibilance can be tamed or even eliminated and high frequency distortion removed from instruments such as cymbals with the frequency tunable De-Esser. The Enhancer provides both HF Detail and LF Detail controls that can add sparkle and crispness to vocals, while making adjustments to the low frequencies for adding fullness and depth to vocals and bass instruments. Muddy low midrange frequencies can be cleaned and the separate threshold and ratio controls on the Expander/Gate allow for subtly reducing headphone leakage, or radically gate noisy guitar amplifiers. The channel strip provides a full complement of metering and status LEDs. The XLR microphone input accepts balanced or unbalanced inputs, allowing for easily connecting professional or home studio microphones. The 1/4" TRS line input can accept balanced/unbalanced signals to process live electronic instruments or pre-recorded tracks at mix-down, while an insert jack provides access to the signal flow between the preamp and the processing sections for connection to external processors.
  • Studio quality microphone preamp/channel strip processor
  • Classic dbx compression puts great sound within easy reach
  • Frequency tunable de-esser reduces sibilance and high frequency distortion
  • Enhancer increases the detail and definition of the high and low frequencies
  • Program adaptive expander/gate
  • Insert jack allows you to add an external processor
  • Full complement of meters and status LEDs
  • +48V phantom power
  • Precision detented controls
  UPC: 691991401237
• Auray SSM-BC10 Microphone Suspension Shockmount (Black Matte)
  • Variable-D Explained
  • RE20 vs. RE320
  The black matte SSM-BC10 Microphone Suspension Shockmount from Auray is designed to keep your front-address microphone free from vibrations and noise that can often affect broadcast and voiceover applications. The heavy-duty bands isolate your microphone, eliminating the vibrations that can travel through your mic stand or broadcast arm.
  
  The shockmount is equipped with a standard 5/8"-27 threaded socket and fits most mic stands and broadcast arms. Its locking knob and protective inner ring secure your mic in place while protecting its finish. The swiveling basket allows for precise microphone placement.
  Eliminates Noise
  • The SSM-BC10 prevents unwanted vibrations that can radiate through a mic stand or broadcast arm from disrupting your broadcast or recording
  Swiveling Basket with Tension Knobs
  • The swiveling basket provides precise microphone positioning. Dual tension knobs maintain the angle of the microphone while still allowing smooth repositioning
  5/8"-27 Thread
  • The SSM-BC10 features a mic stand adapter with a standard 5/8"-27 thread that is compatible with most mic stands and broadcast arms
  Locking Knob with Inner Ring
  • The locking knob holds the microphone firmly in place. The inner ring applies uniform pressure to the outside of the microphone and prevents damage to the microphone finish
  All-Metal Construction
  • The SSM-BC10 is a durable studio accessory that is built to last. The all-metal construction assures security and protection for the microphone
  Heavy-Duty Elastic Bands
  • The heavy-duty elastic bands suspend the microphone in the center of the basket, and prevent shocks and vibrations that can radiate through the mic stand or broadcast arm from reaching the microphone
  Black Matte Finish
  • Using the SSM-BC10 for on-air broadcast, the black matte finish will not reflect lights into the cameras
  UPC: 847628585188
• Auray WCF-UB440 Foam Windscreen for Large Diaphragm Condenser Mics
  • Variable-D Explained
  • RE20 vs. RE320
  The Auray WCF-UB440 Foam Windscreen for the Senal UB-440 is made from specialty acoustic foam designed to reduce broadband wind noise with minimal high frequency loss. The density of the foam is optimized to help protect the microphone element from vocal plosives and wind pressure without dramatically muffling the sound. This windscreen is effective indoors for protection against drafts caused by air-conditioners and can be used in calm to light outdoor breeze conditions (0-7mph). It also reduces vocal plosives in close microphone placement situations. Users can generally expect a 4dB to 8dB reduction in wind noise, with very slight dampening of high frequencies. For most applications, the very slight high frequency dampening is a worthwhile exchange for the notable wind noise reduction. The WCF-UB440's foam is hypoallergenic and washable and helps prevent moisture and dirt from damaging your microphone. The windscreen has a height of 3.5" and is designed to fit over the Senal UB-440 as well as mics from AKG, Shure, Neumann, Mi-Tek, MXL, Behringer, SE Electronic, Rode and most other large diaphragm condensers with a grill diameter of larger than 2". The WCF-UB440 Foam Windscreen for the Senal UB-440 is an effective solution for basic wind protection.
  Fits these and other similar sized microphones:
  • AKG 414, 420, C2000, 220, 120
  • Shure KSM44A, KSM32/SL, SM27, PG42
  • Senal UB-440
  • Neumann U87, 103
  • Rode NTK, NT1000, NT100, NT1
  UPC: 847628569867
• Auray BAI-2X Two-Section Broadcast Arm with Internal Springs and Integrated XLR Cable
  • Variable-D Explained
  • RE20 vs. RE320
  The Auray BAI-2X is a two-section broadcast arm with internal springs and an integrated XLR cable. This versatile and sturdy broadcast arm is great for studio as well as home use. It's ideal for broadcast, voiceover, and podcasts.
  
  The BAI-2X broadcast arm is designed with internal springs that provide a clean and sleek look. The internal balance springs are precision engineered to support and hold in place microphones of up to 5 lb. (2.27 kg). The design also minimizes handling noise when re-positioning the arm. The broadcast arm features a standard 5/8"-27 microphone stud mount that is compatible with most shockmounts and microphone clips. The angle of the microphone stud mount can be adjusted and secured with the locking knob, and the angle is maintained when re-positioning the arm. This eliminates the need to readjust it every time the arm is moved. With an extension of up to 40 inches, and the ability to rotate the arm 360°, the BAI-2X allows for precise microphone placement.
  
  The BAI-2X also features a heavy-duty combo mount that consists of a sturdy C-clamp and a heavy-metal desktop mount. The C-clamp is capable of fastening onto desktops up to 2.3" thick. The C-clamp's slim design minimizes the clearance needed to mount it between a desk and wall. The desktop mount detaches from the C-clamp and provides the option of permanent installation to a desktop with the mounting screws (included). A 14" riser is included for adding height to the broadcast arm in order to extend over computer or studio monitors.
  Versatile
  • Ideal for studios as well as home use
  Internal Springs
  • Internal springs provide smooth, noise-free positioning and clean and sleek profile
  Sturdy
  • Supports microphones up to 5 lb. (2.27 kg)
  Compatibility
  • The 5/8"-27 standard microphone thread is compatible with most shockmounts and microphone clips
  Precision
  • Extends up to 40" (101.6 cm) and rotates 360° allowing for precise microphone placement
  XLR Cable
  • The integrated 15-foot (457.2 cm) XLR cable provides a secure, locking connection and excellent signal transfer
  Extra Height
  • A 14" (13.6 cm) riser is included. It provides extra height to the broadcast arm for extending over computer or studio monitors
  Combo Mount
  • The heavy-duty combo mount is comprised of a C-clamp for clamping to a desktop up to 2.3-inch (5.8 cm) thick, and a detachable desktop mount for permanent attachment to a desktop with the included screws
  14" Riser
  • The included riser adds 14" of height to the broadcast arm so that it can easily extend over computer or studio monitors
  UPC: 847628578272

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• 81715 Stand Adapter
• Limited 2-Year Warranty

• dbx - 286s - Microphone Preamp/Channel Strip

• Auray - SSM-BC10 Microphone Suspension Shockmount (Black Matte)

• Auray - WCF-UB440 Foam Windscreen for Large Diaphragm Condenser Mics

• Auray - BAI-2X Two-Section Broadcast Arm with Internal Springs and Integrated XLR Cable

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Technical parameters

• Electro-Voice RE20 Broadcast Announcer Microphone with Variable-D

  Transducer	Dynamic
  Polar Pattern	Cardioid
  Frequency Range	45 Hz to 18 kHz
  Load Impedance	150 Ohms
  Sensitivity	1.5 mV/Pa

  Output Connectors	1 x 3-Pin XLR
  Length	8.54" / 216.92 mm
  Diameter	2.13" / 54.10 mm
  Weight	26 oz / 737 g

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	12.05 x 7.0 x 3.45"

• dbx 286s - Microphone Preamp/Channel Strip

  Number of Channels	Single
  Inputs	1 x XLR Microphone (p2 hot) 1 x 1/4" TRS phone Line 1 x 1/4" TRS phone Insert
  Outputs	1 x 1/4" TRS phone Insert
  Frequency Response	20Hz to 20kHz, +0.5/-0.5dB
  Noise	<-80dBu unweighted (20Hz-20kHz); both gain controls set for 0dB, all processing controls OFF

  Gain Range	0dB to +60dB
  Maximum Output	0.25Vrms, Gain = 30dB
  Input Impedance	~4.2kΩ
  EIN	-125dBu, 22Hz to 22kHz, 150Ω source impedance
  CMRR	>40dB, typically 55dB
  Phantom Power	+48VDC, applied to XLR pins 2 and 3 through 6.81kΩ resistors

  Impedance	10kΩ unbalanced, 20kΩ balanced
  Maximum Level	>+21dBu, balanced or unbalanced
  Gain Range	-15dB to +45 dB
  CMRR	>40dB, typically 55dB

  Impedance	Ring: >5kΩ Tip: 100Ω
  Maximum Level	>+21dBu, >+20dBm (600Ω load)
  Noise	<-89dBu, unweighted (20Hz to 20kHz); Line Gain control set to 0dB
  Distortion	<0.01% THD, 20Hz to 20kHz, +10dBu

  Impedance	100Ω unbalanced, 200Ω balanced
  Maximum Level	>+21dBu, >+20dBm (600Ω load)
  Gain Range	-30dB to +10dB
  Noise	<-80dBu unweighted (20Hz-20kHz); both Gain Controls set for 0dB, all processing controls OFF
  Frequency Response	20Hz to 20kHz, +0.5/-0.5dB
  Distortion	<0.08%THD, 20Hz to 20kHz, +10dBu, all processing controls OFF

  Threshold Range	-40dBu to +20dBu
  Ratio	>4:1 for input levels beyond 20dB above threshold
  Attack Time	Program dependent: >1S for small level increases, down to 10mS for large increases
  Release Time	Program dependent: adjustable between approximately 1dB/sec and 75dB/sec
  Slope	OverEasy
  Sidechain	No
  Distortion	Typically <0.05%THD, 20Hz to 20kHz, 15dB gain reduction, +10dBu Output, Density @ 0
  SMPTE	Intermodulation Distortion: <0.05%; 60Hz/7kHz 4:1, 15dB gain reduction, +10dBu Output Level, Density @ 0

  Filter Type	Not applicable
  Frequency Bands	Not applicable
  Bandwidth	Not applicable
  Range (Boost/Cut)	Not applicable
  Light Indication
  Threshold Range	Not applicable
  Ratio	Not applicable
  Attack Time	Not applicable

  Characteristics	Wideband Gain Reduction
  Frequency Range	800Hz to 10kHz High Pass, 12dB/octave
  Release Time	Program dependent approximately 1mS/dB

  HF Detail	Program-controlled shelving equalizer, approximately 15dB maximum HF boost
  LF Detail	Bell-shaped boost @ 80Hz, bell-shaped cut @250Hz, ratio is approximately 2:1

  Gate Threshold	OFF to +15dBu
  Expansion Ratio	Adjustable 1.5:1 to 10:1
  Maximum Depth	>50dB
  Attack Time	Program dependent, approximately 2mS (at maximum attenuation)
  Release Time	Program dependent, approxiamtely 10mS/dB
  Dynamic Range	Typically 105dB

  Power Requirements	120VAC 60Hz, 100VAC 50/60Hz 15W consumption
  Operating Temperature	32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
  Dimensions (WxDxH)	19 x 5.75 x 1.75" (485 x 146 x 45mm)
  Weight	4.5 lb (2.04kg)
  Specialties	Full compliment of meters and status LEDs

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	21.8 x 11.3 x 2.5"

• Auray SSM-BC10 Microphone Suspension Shockmount (Black Matte)

  Material	All-metal construction
  Dimensions (H x W x L)	10.0 x 6.5 x 5.0" (25.4 x 16.5 x 12.7 cm)
  Weight	1.1 lb (499 g)

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	9.9 x 6.7 x 6.6"

• Auray WCF-UB440 Foam Windscreen for Large Diaphragm Condenser Mics

  Material

  Foam

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	3.25 x 3.25 x 2.8"

• Auray BAI-2X Two-Section Broadcast Arm with Internal Springs and Integrated XLR Cable

  Length	40" (101.6 cm)
  Weight Capacity	5 lb (2.27 kg)
  Microphone Mount	5/8"-27 standard microphone thread
  Clamping Range	2.3" (5.8 cm)
  Riser	14" (35.56 cm)
  Cable	XLR M to XLR F: 15' (457.2 cm)
  Weight	4.47 lb. (2.02 kg)

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	23.5 x 7.4 x 3.5"

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