NADY
Center Stage™ Dynamic Microphone
Congratulations and thanks for purchasing the Nady Center Stage™ Neo-
dymium Dynamic Microphone! This versatile, professional-quality microphone is
designed to provide top performance in all live performance, and public address
applications. Its true, transparent sound also makes the Center Stage™ micro-
phone a valuable recording tool.
USING YOUR MICROPHONE
The Center Stage™ microphone can be used with any standard mixer, powered
mixer/amplifier, or mic preamp. Using the XLR to 1/4” phone plug low impedance
cable included, connect the female XLR end to the Center Stage™ microphone,
and the 1/4” phone plug end to your equipment.
Depending on the application, the Center Stage™ microphone can either be
handheld or mounted on a microphone stand with a standard mic clip.
Be aware of the proximity effect (an increased in bass response) when the mic
is placed close to the mouth or instrument. This may or may not be desirable.
Experimenting with the position of the mic with respect to the audio source will
ensure the optimum results you are seeking in any given application. Also, never
place your hands over the ballscreen of the mic during use, as this can degrade
the performance.
If the microphone is placed too near a speaker, an unpleasant howling effect
(acoustic feedback) may occur. Although all microphones are prone to feedback
to some extent, those with unidirectional polar pattern (such as the Center Stage™ microphone) are
specially designed to accept only signals for the audio source directly in front of the mic cartridge. Thus,
the cardioid pattern of the Center Stage™ microphone ensures that it will deliver only the desired audio
in front of the mic, rejecting the unwanted audio from the rear, even in noisy ambient conditions with high
sound pressure levels from the P.A. and monitor speakers. This means that feedback will be greatly mini-
mized with the Pro Performer in all live performance miking applications.
Some useful ways in which to totally eliminate annoying feedback include: experimenting with mic posi-
tions with respect to the speakers, decreasing speaker volume (whenever possible), and adjusting the
equalization of the mic audio with the mixer.
PRECAUTIONS AND CARE FOR YOUR MICROPHONE
• The microphone should never be dropped or subjected to extreme shock. Store only a padded case to
protect it during transport.
• Keep the microphone away from extremely high temperature (above 140 F or 60 C) and humidity. Avoid
leaving the microphone in direct sunlight for long periods of time.
• When using the microphone outdoors, avoid getting it wet.
• After use the high-moisture application such as stage performance, wipe off the microphone with a dry
cloth and permit it to air dry. Do not store the unit in a closed space (e.g., a plastic bag) until all moisture
has evaporated.
• To protect the mic cartridge and ensure the longest possible useful life, it is highly recommeneded
that for vocal applications, and external foam windscreen be use over the ball grille. This will prevent
the buildup of saliva and perspiration on the cartridge diaphragm, which will degrade peformance and
shorten the useful life of the microphone. Such a wind “sock” will also eliminate wind noise when the mic
is used in a windy outdoor environment.
