Nady Systems RSM-4 User Manual

USER GUIDE

RSM-4 Studio Instrument & Vocal Ribbon Microphone

  UNPACKING, INSPECTION, STORAGE AND TRANSPORT

Your RSM-4 microphone was carefully packed at the factory, and the shipping carton and internally padded wooden storage case were

designed to protect the unit during shipping. Please always store your mic in the wooden case and also retain the shipping container for

subsequent transport and in the highly unlikely event that you ever need to return your microphone for servicing. Please note: since the

ribbon assembly of the RSM-4, as with all ribbon microphones, is extremely fragile, you must verify immediately upon receipt of your

microphone that it has not been damaged during shipment and is operating correctly. The warranty on this microphone does not extend

beyond an initial inspection, since these microphones can be so easy damaged during handling and use. If the unit arrived damaged

please return it immediately to where you bought it. Units that are damaged in use can be returned to Nady Systems and the ribbon

assembly replaced for a fixed charge (see Service section below).

  STANDARD ITEMS SUPPLIED

  OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• RSM-4 ribbon microphone

• Foam padded wooden storage box

• Mic clip

• Velvet drawstring storage bag

• User Guide

• Warranty card

  FEATURES

Congratulations on purchasing the Nady RSM-4 Ribbon Studio Microphone. This superior neoclassic

microphone is designed for use in contemporary, state-of-the-art studios, yet offers the unique natural

sound previously only available on such classic large ribbon mics as the legendary RCA 44, which is

still used to make great recordings today after almost 70 years. Especially suited for recording guitar

amplifier cabinets, the versatile RSM-4 is also great on vocals, acoustic instruments, strings, horns,

orchestras and choral groups, ambient instrument audio, and many live sound applications. Powerful

and versatile, and with the unmatched natural sound of classic ribbon mics, the RSM-4 meets the

stringent requirements of even the most demanding digital recording and live broadcasting

applications.

This manual covers the operation of the RSM-4 microphone and the available optional accessories.

To take full advantage of the superb features of your microphone, and to enjoy long and trouble-free

use, please read this user’s guide carefully. As ribbon microphones are, by their design, very

sensitive to damage from mishandling and use, it is very important to read and observe the

precautions below about proper use.

• MPF-6 Pop Filter (highly recommended, as ribbon

microphones are very susceptible to damage from strong

air blasts, as with percussive sounds during recording)

• The unparalleled, uncompromised sound of a classic ribbon

(velocity) mic

• Versatile design for numerous applications, including close

miking of guitar amps and cabinets, and many other vocal and

instrument recording and live sound uses

• Low-tension 45mm long, 6 micron thick aluminum ribbon design

with typical “large, mellow” ribbon audio reproduction with

smooth, natural extended low and high ends

• Fast accurate transient response, ultra-high 165 dB SPL

capability, unmatched transient response and overall stunning

realism

• Figure-8 audio directional (pickup) pattern for both front and rear

side, with extended sweet spots (as compared to large

diaphragm condenser mics), and slightly different frequency

responses from front and rear side.  Also, increased off-axis high

frequency response on sides, with decreased high response

above and below on-axis (though lower audio levels).

• Individual recording volume control of separate sources, through

use of stereo mic setups wherein isolation is achieved by placing

the source so that it is in the principal axis of one mic and the

off-axis null of the other

• Manufactured with the finest materials with a machined housing

with advanced internal shock mount construction for the highest

structural integrity and rugged reliability