Audix SCX 1

SCX1

Professional studio cardioid condenser microphone

The SCX1 is a professional studio cardioid condenser microphone designed for a wide variety of recording, broadcast, and live sound applications. Known for its high sensitivity, pin-point accuracy, low profile, and consistency, the SCX1 is also available with hypercardioid (model SCX1HC) or omnidirectional (model SCX1O) capsules.

With a smooth uniform frequency response from 40 Hz – 20 kHz, the SCX1 is very consistent when responding to on and off-axis signals, and exhibits excellent phase coherence and minimal proximity effect. The SCX1 is characterized by a wide cardioid polar pattern; this, coupled with the high output and sensitivity of the microphone, makes the SCX1 an ideal choice for miking overhead, drums, instruments, room ambiance, orchestral sections, stringed instruments, piano, vibes, and sound effects. The SCX1HC condenser microphone is a number one choice for miking hi-hat both live and in the studio.

Other features include a 21 mm gold vapor capsule, miniaturized electronics, and an extremely small footprint. The SCX1 will handle sound pressure levels of 130 dB and will provide up to 20 dB of ambient noise rejection. In addition to acoustic instruments, the SCX1 is an excellent choice for group vocals, speech, or Foley work. The SCX1HC has become a popular choice for interior dialogue boom pole miking. It has a precision machined brass body, interchangeable capsules, black multi-layer class ‘A’ liquid finish, and a gold-plated XLR connector. The SCX1 studio condenser microphone is manufactured to exacting standards and tight tolerances.

Designed, machined, assembled, and tested by Audix in Wilsonville, Oregon.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• APS2 - Two-channel 48 V phantom power supply. 110 V switchable to 240 V. Detachable power cord.
• DFLEX - Dual pivot rim mounted clip with extra wide butterfly jaws.
• STANDKD - Short pedestal stand with telescoping boom arm.
• SMT25 - Low profile shock mount system with nylon cable and thumbscrew for positioning.
• PD133 - Optional two-layer mesh pop diffuser for controlling acoustic plosives.
• CBL20 - 20’ premium XLR-XLR balanced mic cable. Quad conductor, twisted pair with braided shield for conductivity. 6 mm PVC jacketed.
• P1 - Carrying pouch.

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

The SCX1 is a low impedance microphone and should be plugged into a ‘mic level’ input on your console, mixer, or recording device. The SCX1 requires phantom power and will NOT operate without phantom power voltage (48 Volts recommended) which is available on most professional mic preamps and mixing devices. If phantom power is not available on your equipment, use a phantom power supply such as the Audix APS2.

Avoid plugging or unplugging the microphone from a PA system unless the channel is muted or the volume of the system is turned down. Failure to do so may result in a loud ‘popping’ noise which could seriously damage the speakers in the PA system, studio monitors or headphones.

USER TIPS

The SCX1 is a world class recording microphone with very high output and sensitivity. The SCX1 and SCX1O generally are not intended to be used at very close range, especially with instruments that produce high sound pressure levels.

For acoustic instruments: In general, the working range should be from 1-2 feet, depending on the instrument and room acoustics.

For voice: The minimum distance is 8-10 inches for a single voice.

For group vocals: The distance should be 2-3 feet.

For drum overheads: The microphones should be in a vertical position and placed above the cymbals by 1 ½-2 feet and equidistant from the snare.

For high hat: Use the SCX1HC and place 4-6 inches above the outer rim of the high hat cymbal.

For bottom snare: Place the SCX1 or SCX1HC 3-4 inches beneath the snare aimed up towards the snares. If miking both top and bottom of the snare, flip the phase on the bottom mic.

For piano: For live performance and live recordings, it is sometimes required to use the short stick or closed lid in order to minimize the surrounding instruments from ‘bleeding’ into the piano mics. In these cases, it is suggested to use the Audix DFLEX mounting clips which enable the SCX1 to be mounted right on to the rail of the piano. The mics can be positioned horizontal to the sound board, typically one towards the front of the keyboard and one towards the rear of keyboard towards the bass strings.

Further miking techniques may be found at www.audixusa.com.