INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a Mojave Audio MA-1000 Multi-pattern Vacuum Tube
Condenser Microphone. Your MA-1000 was carefully designed and constructed using only the
finest materials. The MA-1000 microphone is capable of delivering superb performance and,
with minimal care, will do so for many years. Your MA-1000 was thoroughly tested and given a
24-hour factory burn in prior to shipment.
The MA-1000’s capacitor capsule and electronics are adapted from mid-1950’s design practice.
The MA-1000 utilizes a U.S. made, military-grade, low noise sub-miniature vacuum tube and a
Coast Magnetics audio output transformer wound to our specifications. By utilizing modern
components, the microphone system emulates the performance of “classic” tube microphones
without using esoteric, unreliable, or hard to find components.
The MA-1000 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-1000.
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Carefully unpack your MA-1000 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-1000 are:
1. MA-1000 microphone inside an aluminum style carrying case.
2. AC operated microphone power supply.
3. 20-foot premium microphone cable with 7-pin male and female connectors.
4. MA-1000 shock mount and European adapter (fitted to shock mount).
5. AC power cable for power supply - molded IEC business machine type with plug.
6. Rugged carrying case for all above items.
Verify that the serial number of your MA-1000
matches correctly with the one on your receipt.
The MA-1000 serial number can be found
on the silver ring found just above the base. 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.
