Owner’s Manual
Apex555 Zero-latency USB Condenser Microphone w/ Headphone Output
Overview:
The Apex555 delivers the performance and tone of a professional studio quality side address FET microphone with
the convenience and simplicity of direct to digital USB 2.0 connection to any computer or laptop.
The Apex555 offers the added convenience of an internal 16bit / 192kHz digital conversion direct to the USB2.0
output, making it the ideal USB microphone for true music applications (vocals, instrumentation). As a USB 2.0 audio
device, the Apex555 operates on both Windows and Mac platforms.
Apex555 is unique because in addition to being an audio to digital input device, the microphone also has an
integrated D/A converter that makes the microphone in effect its own audio interface. The D/A converter provides
computer playback to the 1/8
th
-inch headphone output jack with volume and mix controls integrated into the
microphone chassis. The volume control sets the overall listening level in the headphones, while the mix control
allows the user to blend the computer audio (playback mix) and source (microphone input) to the headphones mix,
offering a zero-latency recording solution.
Features:
Studio Quality 32mm Gold Sputtered Cardioid Capsule
USB 2.0 / 16Bit / 192 kHz Output
Integrated Stereo Headphone Output w/ Level and Mix Controls
Microphone Input Gain Control
Rugged Zinc/Aluminum Chassis & Stainless Steel Wire Mesh Windscreen
Hard-tail Microphone Standmount and USB Cable Included
Compatible with Windows and Mac Operating Systems
Desktop Tripod Microphone Stand Included
Installation and Operation
Installing the Apex555 is a simple procedure. Since it is fully USB compliant, you can use either a Mac running OS-X
or any PC running WindowsXP or later. Simply connect the microphone to a standard USB port using the included
USB cable and plug and play. You will be able to control your Apex555 using the standard audio interface controls in
the Mac OS-X or Windows operating system.
Since it is possible to adjust the level of the signal from the operating system preferences, and in your recording
software, it's a good idea to be familiar with these controls in the Mac or Windows operating system. Therefore, we
recommend that you follow the enclosed instructions for either Windows XP or Mac OS-X before installing the
Apex555 software driver.
Any 1/8
th
-inch TRS headphone our earbud can be connected to the headphone output. It is advised to set the
playback level to zero when connecting the microphone to any USB input when headphones are connected.
Setting up the Apex555 in Mac OS-X
Plug in microphone. The LED will light to indicate it is receiving USB power. The Mac will recognize the USB
audio device and automatically install a universal driver.
To select the Apex555 as the computers audio input, open the System Preferences from the dock or the
main Apple Menu
Next open the Sound preference
Now, click in the Input tab and Output Tab to select Apex555
