User Manual
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An Introduction to the MXL Relevation II
Thank you for choosing the MXL Relevation II. Your new Relevation II
microphone has been designed and engineered in the USA by our world-class
team of electrical and audio engineers and is built for the most critical sound
applications. The newest member of the MXL flagship product family, the
Relevation II is an extraordinary studio microphone that delivers the warmth
and intimacy of a tube mic with clarity and punch for balanced recording.
The MXL Relevation II features individually selected components,
chosen for their superior sonic capabilities. Examples include the EF86
pentode tube and balanced transformer output. The MXL Relevation II also
includes a roll-off switch, phase reversal, and -10dB pad.
The MXL Relevation II will provide many years of outstanding service
and the finest quality recordings attainable. Before you get started, we
encourage you to review this manual. Inside you’ll find some recording tips,
tricks and specific features of the MXL Relevation II that will help you obtain
the best possible recording results.
Enjoy your MXL Relevation II!
The MXL Team
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Relevation II Features
Carefully unpack your MXL Relevation II Microphone Package to verify that all of
the components are included. Your MXL Relevation II includes the following:
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Relevation II Microphone
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15 ft. 7-pin Mogami® Cable
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15 ft. XLR Mogami® Microphone Cable
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Relevation II Power Supply
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Shockmount
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Aluminum Flight Case
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Cleaning Cloth
If any of the above items are missing or damaged, contact the company you
purchased it from for assistance.
Power Requirements
The MXL Relevation II uses an EF86 tube that requires a dedicated power
supply unit (included with your microphone). Even if your mixer has phantom power,
it is recommended that you turn off the phantom power as a precautionary measure
when it is not needed to power other mics that you might also be using.
This supply is switchable between 110 volts and 220 volts AC. In North
America, the microphone ships in the 110 volts AC position and in the 220 Volts
AC position for export. However, you always want to ensure that the power supply
voltage is correctly set for your local voltage as permanent damage to the microphone
and/or power supply may occur if the incorrect voltage setting is selected. Every MXL
microphone is thoroughly checked before shipping; so if you do not hear sound,
check that the power supply is switched on.
Caution
Do not “hot plug” the mic. Always ensure the Relevation II Power Supply
is turned off when plugging and unplugging the included 7-pin cable from the
microphone to avoid damaging the microphone and power supply.
Phase Switch
Power on LED
7-pin Mic Cable
Bass Roll-off
Switch
XLR Mic Output
Ground Lift
Switch
Variable Control
Knob
