Crown SASS - Manual

A user manual for Crown microphones–specifically the CM, LM, and GLM series–focuses on technical techniques to optimize audio recording and reinforcement across various applications. The guide covers fundamental microphone principles, including feedback reduction through proper placement (e.g., closer proximity or directional patterns) and reverberation control via polar configurations. It also addresses common issues like noise leakage, phase cancellation, and proximity effect with solutions such as shock mounts, EQ adjustments, and specific mic positioning rules (e.g., the 3:1 rule). Detailed model-specific recommendations–such as sound characteristics for CM-700 or GLM-200–highlight their intended uses in vocal recording, live sound reinforcement, and instrument placement. Additionally, it provides application-specific guidance for instruments like drums, brass, and orchestral settings, ensuring balanced tone and optimal mic selection based on transducer type (condenser/dynamic) and polar patterns.

Page 1 – Product Identification and Support Information
Page 2 – Microphone Manual Table of Contents
Page 3 – Reducing Audio Feedback and Reverberation
Page 4 – Recording Techniques for Noise and Leakage
Page 5 – Solving Common Microphone Issues
Page 6 – Microphone Models and Tone Quality Guidance
Page 7 – Microphone Model Specifications and Usage Guidelines
Page 8 – Instrument Recording Placement Guidelines
Page 9 – Drum Set Microphone Placement
Page 10 – Percussion Instrument Recording Placement
Page 11 – String and Woodwind Instrument Recording Placement
Page 12 – Large Group and Studio Microphone Placement
Page 13 – Application-Specific Microphone Positioning
Page 14 – Microphone Selection Criteria

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Crown International, Inc
P.O. Box 1000, Elkhart, Indiana 46515-1000
(219) 294-8200 Fax (219) 294-8329
www.crownaudio.com

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About this manual

Brand: Crown
Model: SASS
Document type: Manual
Language(s): English
Pages: 14
File size: 1.4 MB
Format: PDF

Summary

Page 1 - Product Identification and Support Information

Identification details, logo, contact information, and registration guidance for the microphone series.

Page 2 - Microphone Manual Table of Contents

Outline of sections covering microphone technique basics, specific model notes, applications, and selection guidance.

Page 3 - Reducing Audio Feedback and Reverberation

Techniques for minimizing audio feedback and reverberation through volume adjustment, mic positioning, sound-absorbing materials, and polar pattern comparisons.