RODE Microphones K2 User Manual

All RODE products are warranted for one year from date of purchase and the
warranty card or website registration facility should be used to register your
purchase.
The warranty covers parts and labour that may be required to repair the
microphone during the warranty period. The warranty excludes defects caused by
normal wear and tear, modification, shipping damage, or failure to use the
microphone as per the instruction guide.
If you experience any problems or have any questions reqarding your RODE
microphone, first, contact the dealer who sold it to you. If the microphone requires
factory-authorised service, that dealer will organise return. We have an extensive
distributor/dealer network but if you have difficulty getting the advice or assistance
you require, do not hesitate to contact us directly or contact your local distributor.
International
RODE Microphones, ABN: 91 000 576 483
Unit 2, 107 Carnarvon Street, Silverwater NSW 2128 Australia
Ph: 61 2 9648 5855, Fax: 61 2 9648 2455
USA
P.O. Box 3279
Torrance, CA 90510-3278
Ph: 877 328 7456 (Toll Free Within the U.S.) Ph: 310 328 7456, Fax: 310 328 7180
Technical Support
For information and technical support questions contact: support@rodemic.com
In the United States and Puerto Rico, contact:
support@rodemic.com
Ph: 877 328 7456 toll free or Ph: 310 328 7456
In Australia, contact:
support@rodemic.com
Ph: 02 9648 5855
Anywhere except Australia, the United States and Puerto Rico, contact:
support@rodemic.com
Australia: Ph: 61 2 9648 5855
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RODE Microphones K2 Specifications

General

Brand	RODE Microphones
Model	K2
Category	Microphone
Language	English

Summary

Warranty Service and Contact Information

Technical Support

Email address for accessing technical support for the microphone.

United States and Puerto Rico Contact

Phone and email for support within the US and Puerto Rico.

Australia Contact

Phone and email for support within Australia.

Other Regions Contact

Contact email for regions outside Australia, US, and Puerto Rico.

Technical Specifications

Frequency Response

Lists the frequency range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz.

Sensitivity

Defines sensitivity as -36 dB re 1Volt/Pascal.

Equivalent Noise

Specifies the equivalent noise as 10 dB-A SPL.

Dynamic Range

States the dynamic range is 150 dB.

Maximum SPL

Signal/Noise

Power Requirements

Key Features of the K2

Large Capsule and Low Noise

Variable Polar Patterns

Before Using the K2

Voltage Setting

Instructions for setting the correct voltage for your country.

Power Supply Controls

Description of the power supply's front and back panel features.

Mains Fuse

Information on the required T500mA slow blow fuse.

Power Supply Safety

Critical warning not to open the power supply due to lethal voltages.

Service Contact

Guidance on contacting RODE or an authorized agent for service.

Connecting and Initial Operation

Connecting the K2

Power On and Stabilization

Pop Filter Usage

Ground Lift Switch

Polar Pattern Adjustment

Variable Polar Pattern Control

Omni Pattern

Cardioid Pattern

Figure 8 Pattern

Recording Techniques

Vocal Recording

Guidance on vocal recording, including pop filters and proximity effect.

Piano Recording