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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations  on  your  purchase  of  a  Mojave  Audio  MA-301fet  Multi-pattern  Vacuum  Tube 
Condenser Microphone. Your MA-301fet  was carefully designed and constructed using only the 
finest  materials.  The  MA-301fet  microphone  is  capable  of delivering superb  performance  and, 
with minimal care,  will do so for many years. Your MA-301fet was thoroughly tested and given 
a 24-hour factory burn in prior to shipment.

The  MA-301fet  utilizes a U.S. made,  military-grade,  low  noise  fet (field effect transistor) and a 
Jensen  audio  output  transformer.  By  utilizing  modern  components,  the  microphone  system 
emulates the performance of “classic”  solid-state microphones without using esoteric, unreliable, 
or hard to find components.

The MA-301fet is guaranteed to perform as specified and is suitable for recording even the most 
demanding music, provided that the microphone is used sensibly.

For  optimum  performance  from  your  microphone,  please  read  this  manual  thoroughly  and 
familiarize yourself with the proper use of the MA-301fet.

UNPACKING AND INSPECTION

Carefully  unpack  your  MA-301fet  and  verify  that  all  of  the  accessories  included  with  the 
microphone  are  accounted for.  Do  not  discard  any packing materials! If  anything  is missing or 
damaged, contact your dealer or Mojave Audio immediately.

Items included with the MA-301fet are:

1. MA-301fet microphone inside an aluminum style carrying case.

2. MA-301fet shock mount and European adapter (fitted to shock mount).

3. AC power cable for power supply - molded IEC business machine type with plug. 

4. Rugged carrying case for all above items.

Verify that the  serial  number of your MA-301fet  matches correctly with the one on your receipt.  
The  MA-#00  serial  number  can  be  found  on  the  transformer  cover  inside  the  microphone 
housing.  When  corresponding  with  Mojave  Audio  about  your  microphone  or  when  service  is 
required, we will need to know the serial number, so keep it handy.

Summary of Contents for MA-301fet

Page 1: ...Recording Tips FAQ s Warranty Registration Customer Service CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 2 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION 2 GENERAL INFORMATION 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 OPERATION 3 CARE OF YOUR MICROPHONE 4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 5 POLAR RESPONSE 6 FREQUENCY RESPONSE 6 POLAR PATTERN SELECTOR 7 BASS CUT SWITCH 7 15dB PAD 7 WARRANTY 8 ...

Page 2: ...icrophone is used sensibly For optimum performance from your microphone please read this manual thoroughly and familiarize yourself with the proper use of the MA 301fet UNPACKING AND INSPECTION Carefully unpack your MA 301fet and verify that all of the accessories included with the microphone are accounted for Do not discard any packing materials If anything is missing or damaged contact your deal...

Page 3: ...cian equipped to service this equipment Never expose the MA 301fet microphone to water or any environment that may create an electrical hazard In the event of a malfunction disconnect the MA 301fet immediately and determine the nature of the malfunction before attempting to use it again To avoid tripping over the microphone cable make certain that the cable is not in the way of foot traffic or sus...

Page 4: ...p the microphone in a safe place such as its carrying case or a microphone locker when not in use 3 When plugging in the three pin cable between the microphone and preamplifier orient the plug correctly and plug the connectors in gently Rough handling or hurry up plug ins can result in bent or broken pins 4 Do not expose the microphone to dusty smoky or humid environments 5 Any repairs must be per...

Page 5: ...t switch provides 6dB per octave attenuation below 100Hz in cut posistion SENSITIVITY 40 5 dB re 1V pa MAXIMUM SPL 120 dB 135dB with pad on DISTORTION 1 120dB SPL 3 134dB SPL with pad off 1 134dB SPL 3 148dB SPL with pad on SELF NOISE 14dB nominal not to exceed 16dB A weighted IMPEDANCE 550 ohms transformer balanced DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT Carrying case with microphone shockmount 10 x 9 x 4 5 4 lbs ...

Page 6: ...POLAR RESPONSE Type Multi pattern FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20Hz 20kHz 3dB ...

Page 7: ...UT SWITCH The bass cut switch also known as a hi pass filter provides a 6dB per octave attenuation below 100Hz when engaged This is very useful in removing unwanted low frequency information such as rumble or bass build up due to proximity effect Experienced engineers know that it is a good practice to filter out low frequencies when it does not affect the audible sound A good example of this woul...

Page 8: ...will repair or replace defective components or replace the microphone at Mojave Audio s option Should service be required for your Mojave Audio product please contact the manufacturer Excellent service will also be provided for products beyond the warranty period at a modest cost for parts and labor MODEL NUMBER MA 301fet SERIAL NUMBER__________________ DATE OF PURCHASE_______________ PURCHASED FR...

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