AKG D 3800 User Manual

Bedienungsanleitung . . . . . . . . . . . . S. 2
Bitte vor Inbetriebnahme des Gerätes lesen!
User Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 12
Please read the manual before using the equipment!
Mode d’emploi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 22
Veuillez lire cette notice avant d’utiliser le système!
Istruzioni per l’uso . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 32
Prima di utilizzare l’apparecchio, leggere il manuale
Modo de empleo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 42
¡Sirvase leer el manual antes de utilizar el equipo!
Instruções de uso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p. 52
Favor leia este manual antes de usar o equipamento!
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AKG D 3800 Specifications

General

Type	Dynamic
Polar Pattern	Supercardioid
Impedance	600 Ohms
Max SPL	150 dB
Connector	XLR
Sensitivity	2.5 mV/Pa

Summary

Precaution and Description

Precaution

Unpacking

Features

Highlights key features like optimized frequency response, integrated pop screen, and Varimotion diaphragm.

Microphone Description

D 3800M and D 3800M/TM 40 Description

Describes the D 3800M as a dynamic supercardioid mic for stage vocals with high output and distortion-free sound.

D 3800M S Description

Details the D 3800M S, noting its similarity to the D 3800M but with a noiseless on/off switch.

Interfacing and Connectivity

Output Circuit

Connecting to a Balanced Input

Connecting to an Unbalanced Input

Using Your Microphone

Working Distance and Proximity Effect

Feedback Management

Explains feedback causes and how to increase gain before feedback using the supercardioid pattern.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Sound Issues

Lists possible causes and remedies for the problem of no sound from the microphone.

Distortion Issues

Addresses causes of distortion, including gain control and mixer input sensitivity.

Dull Sound Over Time