Size:2000U Topping the line of Marantz USB microphones, the MPM-2000U is perfect for recording high-quality audio directly to your computer’s digital audio workstation (DAW)

The MPM-2000U provides the convenience of recording to your computer through a single USB connection without sacrificing quality

Its studio-quality frequency response and built-in 48kHz/16-bit Analog-to-Digital converter make it ideal for recording vocals, instruments, and percussion, as well as flawless vocal capture, and the solid-die cast construction means it can hold up during the years to come

Add in the included shock mount and protective carrying case, and the MPM-2000U is ready to quickly set up and plug in wherever you need to bring it

  Frequently Asked Questions   Do I need to use phantom power or a power supply? No, the MPM-2000U will connect to your computer via USB

There is no phantom power to engage to power the microphone

  If the microphone connects to my computer through USB, won't I need to install drivers? Where can I download these? The MPM-2000U is class-compliant, so there are no drivers to install! The microphone will be recognized immediately when connected to your computer

  How do I mount the microphone and shock mount? The MPM-2000U comes with a custom shock mount for mounting to your microphone stand

It's always recommended to mount the included shock mount first before attaching the microphone to prevent any accidental damage to the mic

Here is a simple procedure to follow: On your microphone stand, loosen the screw that holds the boom arm in place

This is the final arm where you will be attaching the microphone

After loosening the screw, this arm should be able to easily spin in place

Loosen the screw on the shock mount's mounting piece and move the mounting piece up so that it is free to attach to the microphone stand Hold the shock mount firmly in one hand and bring the mounting piece up to meet the threaded end of the arm on your microphone stand Instead of spinning the shock mount, continue to hold it in one hand while using the other hand to spin the arm of the microphone stand, screwing it into the shock mount's mounting piece

Once the shock mount is secured firmly to the microphone stand, position the shock mount for recording and tighten the screws on the shock mount and microphone stand so that they stay firmly in place Place the microphone in its shock mount While holding the microphone in one hand, gently spin the microphone mounting piece on the shock mount to secure the microphone in place Important: Always, make sure that the screws on the microphone, shock mount and stand are loosened before making any adjustments to their angle

Forcing any joint without properly loosening it's screw can damage and strip the joint, affecting its ability to remain secure

The joints should also never be made too tight and should never require more pressure than can be provided by one hand

Again, this can damage the joint and affect its ability to remain secure in the future

  The included mount won't fit on my microphone stand

Is it compatible? The MPM-1000U comes with a thread adapter that may come left inside the shock mount and can be easy to overlook

This can be used to adapt the microphone to fit on microphone stands with different threading

Most often this is associated with a difference in microphone stands between the US (5/8"" threading, without the adapter) and Europe (3/8"" threading, with the adapter)

The piece should be easy to screw in and out using a flat head screwdriver, or even just a guitar pick.    Which side is the front? The MPM-2000U is a side-address microphone, meaning the capsule is parallel to its body

The microphone will accept sound from sources perpendicular to the microphone body, as opposed to a front-address microphone, like the Shure SM58, that accepts sound from its top or end

When positioning the MPM-2000U, the front will be the side marked by the Marantz logo

Point this side towards your source for the best results

  Further Technical Support Whether you are a customer or dealer, if you already own a Marantz Professional product, or if you just have pre-sales questions, the Marantz Professional technical support team is available to help! Visit the link below to connect with any of the following support options: phone support, email support

marantzpro.com/support    Technical Specifications Element: Back electret condenser Polar pattern: Cardioid Frequency response: 20Hz–18,000 Hz Diaphragm thickness: 2 microns Body: Solid die-cast construction Output: USB A-D converter: 48kHz / 16-bit sampling rate MPM-2000U USB Cable Shock Mount Carrying case User Guide Safety & Warranty Manual Box Contents MPM-2000U USB Cable Shock Mount Carrying case User Guide Safety & Warranty Manual