PCR-65
RECORDING
MICROPHONE
SIDE-ADDRESS
PRODUCT
MANUAL
2
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING POLSEN.
The Polsen PCR-65 is a side-address cardioid condenser microphone designed for recording, broadcasts,
podcasts, or music in professional or project studios. The microphone features a cardioid polar pattern that
rejects off-axis noise and prevents feedback. A wide frequency response and high SPL capacity ensure clear
and nuanced sound with no distortion, even when recording loud sources. The microphone’s high sensitivity
ensures that it will capture the entire spectrum of voices or instruments with detailed accuracy. The PCR-65 is
constructed with a metal housing for durability and comes with a custom shock mount and desktop tripod.
3
1. Microphone
2. Shock mount
3. Locking knob
4. Locking ring
5. Desktop tripod
6. User manual
1.
2.
5.
3.
4.
OVERVIEW
4
PRECAUTIONS
• Please read and follow these instructions and keep this manual in a safe place.
• Keep this product away from water and ammable gases or liquids.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or repair this product yourself.
• Handle this product with care.
• Clean this product with only a soft, dry cloth.
• Make sure that this product is intact and that there are no missing parts.
• All images are for illustrative purposes only.
5
MOUNTING THE MICROPHONE
1. Screw the shock mount onto the threaded post of a mic stand or the included desktop tripod.
2. Once secure, remove the locking ring on the bottom of the shock mount, and place the base of the
microphone through mounting hole.
3. Replace the locking ring, and tighten until secure.
Note: To ensure the security of the microphone when using the desktop tripod, make sure the microphone is
positioned directly over one of the tripod legs.
4. If needed, adjust the angle of the microphone by loosening the locking knob on the shock mount. Be sure to
hold the microphone with one hand while performing this operation.
6
RECORDING WITH THE PCR-65
1. Turn the speaker volume down, and use an XLR cable to connect the microphone to a preamplier, mixing
board, or recorder.
Note: Recording directly into a computer requires an XLR-to-USB adapter such as the Polsen XLR-USB-48.
2. Turn the phantom power on.
3. Turn the speaker volume up, and set the input level on the recording device.
For the best recording results, the microphone should point directly at the sound source.
Vocalists and instrumentalists should be positioned approximately 6 to 12 inches from the microphone. For close
vocal miking, use a foam windscreen or pop lter (not included) to prevent vocal pops or plosives.
7
TRANSDUCER TYPE Back electret condenser
POLAR PATTERN Cardioid
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20 Hz to 20 kHz
SENSITIVITY -32 dB ±3 dB (0 dB = 1 V/Pa @ 1 kHz)
IMPEDANCE ≤200 Ω
EQUIVALENT NOISE LEVEL ≤20 dB A
MAX INPUT SPL 125 dB
POWER REQUIREMENT 12 to 52 V phantom power
DIMENSIONS Height: 5.7 in. (14.4 cm)
Diameter: 2 IN. (5 CM)
WEIGHT 12.5 oz. (355 g)
SPECIFICATIONS
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
Relative Response dB
Freaquency in Hertz
20 200 50010050 2K 5K1K 20K
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
8
GG1
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
This Polsen product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer
use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later. The warranty
provider’s responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider’s discretion,
of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the
product or part(s) shall be determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the
right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.
This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper installation or
maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specic legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Polsen Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization (“RMA”)
number, and return the defective product to Polsen along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product
is at the purchaser’s own risk and expense.
For more information or to arrange service, visit www.polsenaudio.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.
Product warranty provided by the Gradus Group.
www.gradusgroup.com
Polsen is a registered trademark of the Gradus Group. © 2016 Gradus Group LLC. All Rights Reserved.
