Nady Systems Center Stage Dynamic Microphone Manual

NADY

Center Stage™ Dynamic Microphone

Congratulations and thanks for purchasing the Nady Center Stage™ Neo-

dymium Dynamic Microphone! This versatile, professional-quality microphone is 

designed to provide top performance in all live performance, and public address 

applications. Its true, transparent sound also makes the Center Stage™ micro-

phone a valuable recording tool.

USING YOUR MICROPHONE

The Center Stage™ microphone can be used with any standard mixer, powered 

mixer/amplifier, or mic preamp. Using the XLR to 1/4” phone plug low impedance 

cable included, connect the female XLR end to the Center Stage™ microphone, 

and the 1/4” phone plug end to your equipment.

Depending on the application, the Center Stage™ microphone can either be 

handheld or mounted on a microphone stand with a standard mic clip.

Be aware of the proximity effect (an increased in bass response) when the mic 

is placed close to the mouth or instrument. This may or may not be desirable. 

Experimenting with the position of the mic with respect to the audio source will 

ensure the optimum results you are seeking in any given application. Also, never 

place your hands over the ballscreen of the mic during use, as this can degrade 

the performance.

If the microphone is placed too near a speaker, an unpleasant howling effect 

(acoustic feedback) may occur. Although all microphones are prone to feedback 

to some extent, those with unidirectional polar pattern (such as the Center Stage™ microphone) are 

specially designed to accept only signals for the audio source directly in front of the mic cartridge. Thus, 

the cardioid pattern of the Center Stage™ microphone ensures that it will deliver only the desired audio 

in front of the mic, rejecting the unwanted audio from the rear, even in noisy ambient conditions with high 

sound pressure levels from the P.A. and monitor speakers. This means that feedback will be greatly mini-

mized with the Pro Performer in all live performance miking applications.

Some useful ways in which to totally eliminate annoying feedback include: experimenting with mic posi-

tions with respect to the speakers, decreasing speaker volume (whenever possible), and adjusting the 

equalization of the mic audio with the mixer.

PRECAUTIONS AND CARE FOR YOUR MICROPHONE

• The microphone should never be dropped or subjected to extreme shock. Store only a padded case to 

protect it during transport.

• Keep the microphone away from extremely high temperature (above 140 F or 60 C) and humidity. Avoid 

leaving the microphone in direct sunlight for long periods of time.

• When using the microphone outdoors, avoid getting it wet.

• After use the high-moisture application such as stage performance, wipe off the microphone with a dry 

cloth and permit it to air dry. Do not store the unit in a closed space (e.g., a plastic bag) until all moisture 

has evaporated.

• To protect the mic cartridge and ensure the longest possible useful life, it is highly recommeneded 

that for vocal applications, and external foam windscreen be use over the ball grille. This will prevent 

the buildup of saliva and perspiration on the cartridge diaphragm, which will degrade peformance and 

shorten the useful life of the microphone. Such a wind “sock” will also eliminate wind noise when the mic 

is used in a windy outdoor environment.