MXL Studio 24 USB manual

1 24-Bit USB Microphone[...]

2 Studio 24 USB Thank you for purchasing the MXL Studio 24 USB micr ophone. With 24-bit recor ding capability , zer o latency monitoring and a custom GUI, you’ll experience the highest level of sonic detail and the kind of audio quality normally found in expensive, high-end multi-channel computer interfaces. The Studio 24 USB is simple to set up [...]

3 Begin by unpacking your Studio 24 USB microphone. Y ou should have the following components: • Studio 24 USB microphone • T ravel case • Mic stand • Mic Stand adapter • USB cable • Software CD • Cleaning cloth If any of these items are missing, contact the r etailer where you purchased your Studio 24 USB. Note: [...]

4 Studio 24 USB This microphone is a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device, and interfaces dir ectly with Windows and Macintosh computers without the need for any special drivers. It also carries the added benefit of not requiring an external microphone pr eamp. However , unlike microphones designed for live performance or dynamic models, this instru-[...]

5 Correct Positioning and Contr ols The red LED should be facing you when you speak or sing into the micr ophone. If recor ding instruments, the red LED should be facing the instrument. Maintain a dis- tance of approximately 4 – 6 inches when speaking or singing into the micr ophone. For instruments, experiment with the distance to find the best[...]

6 Studio 24 USB Software Tips: For PC Users: T o get started on multi- tracking and overdub- bing, we recommend using the free 30-day trial sharewar e version of Reaper . The software has already been loaded on the included disc or you can download a free trial at http://www .r eaper .fm. For Macintosh Users: Garage Band is the easi- est way to get[...]

7 3. The red LED on the MXL Studio 24 USB will illuminate indicating it is receiving power fr om the computer . 4. T o take advantage of the zero latency monitoring connect a pair of head- phones to the 1/8” headphone jack on the side of the microphone. Initial Setup with Windows XP: 1. T o select the MXL Studio 24 USB microphone as the default a[...]

8 Studio 24 USB 3. Click on the Audio tab and select MXL STUDIO 24 USB as the default device for Sound Playback and Sound Recording .[...]

9 4. After making changes to the audio properties click the OK button for these changes to take effect. Y our Windows XP computer is now set up to use the MXL Studio 24 USB with most recor ding applications. Some applications will require additional settings to be changed within the program. Please see your r ecording software’ s manual for prope[...]

10 Studio 24 USB Initial Setup with Windows Vista and Windows 7: 1. T o select the MXL Studio 24 USB as the default audio device, go to the Start Menu and select Control Panel . 2. Double click the Sound icon.[...]

11 3. Select the Playback tab. Highlight the speaker icon labeled as MXL STUDIO 24 USB and click the Set Default button. (Be sure to click on the Apply button for the changes to take effect). Setup[...]

12 Studio 24 USB 4. T o make adjustments to the playback sample rate and bit depth double- click on the speaker icon labeled MXL STUDIO 24 USB . Then click on the tab labeled Advanced . From the dr op-down menu, you can change the sample rate and bit-depth for audio playback. When you are finished making changes, click the OK button. *Please note [...]

13 6. T o make adjustments to the recording sample rate and bit depth double- click on the microphone icon labeled MXL STUDIO 24 USB . Click on the tab labeled Advanced . From the dr op-down menu you can change the sample rate and bit-depth for audio recor ding. *Please note that you should verify that these settings match the settings in your reco[...]

14 Studio 24 USB For more in advanced contr ols such as volume, noise gate, monitor mixing, etc go to page xx for installation and user instructions for the Studio Control GUI. Initial setup with Macintosh® OS X: 1. T o select the MXL Studio 24 USB as the default audio device, click on the Apple icon at the top of the screen then select the System[...]

15 3. Click on the Input tab then select the device named MXL STUDIO 24 USB . Y ou will notice there are no input level contr ols for this device. This is because the analog gain control is found on the side of the MXL Studio 24 USB and further control can be accessed using the Studio Contr ol GUI (See page xx for details on the Studio Control GUI)[...]

16 Studio 24 USB 5. Further adjustments to the sample rate and bit-depths can be found in the Audio Midi Setup (Macintosh HD > Applications > Utilities > Audio Midi Setup). Y ou should, however , check the settings in the recording pr ogram you are using as they may override or conflict with these settings. A. By selecting the MXL STUDIO [...]

17 B. By selecting the MXL STUDIO 24 USB as the “Default Output” the MXL Studio 24 USB will automatically be selected as the audio output device the next time it is plugged in. By selecting the MXL STUDIO 24 USB as the “System Output,” the microphone will be used as the output device for any system sounds. C. Select the MXL STUDIO 24 USB to[...]

18 Studio 24 USB Using the Studio Control Graphic User Interface (GUI): The MXL Studio 24 USB includes a custom GUI that controls the analog functions within the microphone. This featur e allows you to fine tune adjustments such as phase, roll-of f, noise gate and more. The Studio 24 USB works without the Studio Control GUI; however , the GUI can [...]

19 4. Drag the icon named MXL Studio Control to your Applications folder 5. Follow the instructions on the screen Leveler: The Leveler automatically adjusts the microphone input gain to limit the dy- namic range and to prevent clipping. This is accomplished by increasing the gain when the input level drops below a set Min Thr eshold and decreasing [...]

20 Studio 24 USB Noise Gate: The noise gate automatically mutes the microphone input when the signal goes below the set Threshold . When the micr ophone signal returns above the Threshold the microphone input will be un-muted. The ef fects of the noise gate will be heard in the headphone monitoring and will be recor ded on the computer . On/Off: T [...]

21 Input: All of the changes in this section will effect what you hear in the dir ect monitoring and the signal recor ded on the computer . Microphone Gain: Use this in conjunction with the analog control on the side of the microphone to optimize the recor ding level. Microphone Mute: Mutes the micr o- phone input signal Phase Invert: Inverts the p[...]

22 Studio 24 USB Output: This section will affect only the signals going to the headphone jack on the side of the microphone. None of the signals being r ecorded on the computer will be affected. Mic Mute: T ur ns of f direct monitoring of the micro- phone input Mic Monitor Level: Adjust the volume of the direct mic monitoring without effecting the[...]

23 Recall Settings: This section is for saving, loading, and resetting all of the parameters on the Studio Control GUI. Save: After you have setup the perfect monitoring mix and optimized your recor ding level save the settings for quick and easy recall later . Load: Resuming a recor ding session from the day before or have a favorite starting poin[...]

24 Studio 24 USB T esting Y our MXL Studio 24 USB After you have connected your microphone and set up your computer , plug a set of headphones into the 1/8-inch stereo jack located on the side of the Studio 24 USB. Important Note: The headphone amplifier can produce very loud sound levels that, when exposed to over a period of time, can cause irre[...]

25 Recording Tips: While it is important to recor d at a loud enough volume to hear the per - formance over any background noise, keep in mind that with multi-track recor ding, each track will eventually be added together (summed) into a fi- nal Left and Right stereo mix. Since this summing incr eases the level of the final signal, tracks should [...]

26 Studio 24 USB Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. W arranty: Marshall Microphones are guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for three years from date of purchase. Should you encounter any problem with this unit, promptly contact the company you purchased it from fo[...]

27 MXL Microphones The Professional Audio Division of Marshall Electr onics El Segundo, CA Phone 310 333-0606 | 800 800-0688 www .mxlmics.com | sales@mxlmics.com[...]

28 Studio 24 USB MXL Microphones The Professional Audio Division of Marshall Electr onics El Segundo, CA Phone 310 333-0606 | 800 800-0688 www .mxlmics.com | sales@mxlmics.com[...]