Apogee MiC Plus

Apogee MiC Plus User Manual

Studio Quality USB Microphone

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The Apogee MiC Plus is a studio-quality USB microphone designed for pristine sound capture. It features a cardioid condenser mic capsule, a built-in mic pre-amp, and a zero-latency headphone output, making it ideal for recording vocals, podcasts, and instruments on various platforms including macOS, iOS, and Windows.

Apogee MiC Plus microphone on a small tripod stand

Figure 1: Apogee MiC Plus with included desktop tripod.

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Apogee MiC Plus and accessories including cables and tripod

Figure 2: Contents of the Apogee MiC Plus package.

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Mifandray amin'ny fitaovanao

  1. Fidio ny tsara Cable: Select the appropriate cable for your device. Use the Lightning cable for iOS devices, and either the USB-C or USB-A cable for computers (macOS or Windows).
  2. Connect the MiC Plus: Plug the micro-USB end of the chosen cable into the MiC Plus.
  3. Mifandray amin'ny fitaovana: Plug the other end of the cable into your computer or iOS device.
  4. Herim-batana: The MiC Plus is bus-powered and will power on automatically when connected. The status LED will illuminate.
Apogee MiC Plus connected to a laptop with headphones

Figure 3: MiC Plus connected to a laptop for recording.

Fanaraha-maso headphone

The MiC Plus features a powerful headphone output with a blend feature for zero-latency monitoring. This allows you to hear your input signal directly without any delay, which is crucial for accurate recording.

  1. Connect écouteur: Plug your headphones into the 3.5mm headphone jack on the MiC Plus.
  2. Adjust Blend: Use the control knob on the MiC Plus to adjust the blend between your input signal (microphone) and playback from your device. This ensures you can monitor your performance clearly.
ambany view of Apogee MiC Plus showing USB and headphone ports

Figure 4: Close-up of the MiC Plus ports, including the headphone jack.

Operating the MiC Plus

Mahazo Control

The MiC Plus features 46dB of mic preamp gain, digitally controlled for greater precision. This allows you to set the optimal input level for your recordings.

sisiny view of Apogee MiC Plus showing the control knob and status LEDs

Figure 5: The control knob on the MiC Plus for gain adjustment and muting.

Recording with "First Take" Application

"First Take" is a free podcast recording application that allows you to connect up to 4 different Apogee mics to a single computer or USB Hub. It simplifies the podcast recording process.

Video 1: Introduction to First Take, demonstrating multi-mic podcast recording with Apogee microphones.

  1. Install First Take: Download and install the "First Take" application on your compatible computer.
  2. Ampifandraiso amin'ny mikrôfôna: Connect your Apogee MiC Plus (and up to three other compatible Apogee mics) to your computer or a USB hub.
  3. Launch First Take: Open the application. It will automatically detect connected Apogee microphones.
  4. Ahitsio ambaratonga: Use the individual faders within the "First Take" interface to set the recording levels for each microphone.
  5. Manomboka mirakitra: Click the "REC" button to begin your podcast recording.
  6. Access Recordings: Your recordings will be saved and can be accessed directly from within the "First Take" application.
Four people recording a podcast with Apogee MiC Plus microphones and a laptop running recording software

Figure 6: Multiple MiC Plus units used for a podcast recording session.

fikarakarana

Fanamboarana

OLANAAntony mety hitrangavahaolana
Tsy misy feo avy amin'ny mikrôIncorrect cable connection, software input not selected, microphone muted, low gain.Ensure cables are securely connected. Check your recording software's audio input settings to confirm MiC Plus is selected. Press the control knob to unmute. Increase gain.
Feo tsy marinaAvo loatra ny "input gain" (fanesorana).Reduce the input gain using the control knob on the MiC Plus or within your recording software.
Tsy misy feo avy amin'ny headphonesHeadphones not connected, headphone volume too low, blend knob setting.Ensure headphones are fully plugged in. Adjust headphone volume on your device or the MiC Plus. Check the blend knob to ensure you are monitoring the correct source.
Tsy fantatry ny fitaovana ny mikrôfônaDriver issue (Windows), incompatible device, faulty cable.Try a different USB port or cable. For Windows, ensure drivers are up to date (usually plug-and-play, but check Apogee's website if issues persist). Verify device compatibility.

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Warranty sy fanohanana

Apogee products are known for their quality and reliability. For detailed warranty information and technical support, please refer to the official Apogee webtranokala na ny antontan-taratasy miaraka amin'ny vokatrao.

Azonao atao koa ny mahita loharano fanampiny sy FAQ amin'ny Apogee Store on Amazon na misintona ny Torolàlana ho an'ny mpampiasa (PDF) for comprehensive details.

For customer service inquiries related to your purchase, please contact the seller, Apogee Electronics Corp., directly through Amazon's platform.

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