User manual ELECTRO-VOICE ALP-450

[. . . ] Broadening the application zone of this classic Electro-Voice form, the ALP-450 breaks new ground in the studio and live performance microphone world. Dynamic Versatility Engineered for world-class performance in both studio and stage applications, the ALP-450 deploys innovative patented ElectroVoice technologies to create the perfect dynamic microphone for both voice and instruments. [. . . ] · ALP-450's unique "Dual Personality" switch creates two ideal mics in one. · Neodymium magnet creates higher output with faster transient response and greater high-frequency detail. · EV's patented Variable-D® proximity control ensures pure and natural tone. The frequency contour in this switch position is engineered specifically for voice, acoustic, and amplified instruments. · EV's patented humbucking coil guards against EMF interference and hum. The frequency contour in this switch position is engineered specifically for kick drum, delivering rock-solid tone, punch, and attack. Product Description: The ALP-450 is a professional quality dynamic microphone designed specifically for recording and sound reinforcement applications requiring extremely low noise and the highest level of predictable tonal and transient response. Utilizing the same humbucking coil technology found in the RE20 and RE27N/D to arrest electro magnetic field interference introduced by sources close "to the microphone", the ALP-450 produces an ultra-quiet signal path free from the hum and buzz found in other dynamic microphones. The ALP-450 incorporates a two-position "Dual Personality" frequency response switch which allows engagement of two vastly different performance curves. Selecting the left-hand switch position engages a curve specifically designed for use on kick drums. With dips and peaks exactly where kick drums need a little EQ attention, the result is an incredibly tight "insta-kick" sound requiring little-ifany additional EQ when the microphone is properly positioned at the drum. Selecting the right-hand switch position engages a linear curve which is ideal for voice (music and speech), as well as instruments (such as guitar amps, bass amps, low toms, percussion, brass and wind instruments, etc. ). [. . . ] With dips and peaks exactly where kick drums need a little EQ attention, the result is an incredibly tight "insta-kick" sound requiring little-ifany additional EQ when the microphone is properly positioned at the drum. Selecting the right-hand switch position engages a linear curve which is ideal for voice (music and speech), as well as instruments (such as guitar amps, bass amps, low toms, percussion, brass and wind instruments, etc. ). [. . . ]