Nady RSM-4 Manual

Your RSM-4 microphone was carefully packed at the factory, and the shipping carton and internally padded gift box were designed to

protect the unit during shipping. Please always store your mic in the padded gift box and also retain the shipping container for sub-

sequent transport and in the highly unlikely event that you ever need to return your microphone for servicing. Please note: since the

ribbon assembly of the RSM-4, as with all ribbon microphones, is extremely fragile, you must verify immediately upon receipt of your

microphone that it has not been damaged during shipment and is operating correctly. The warranty on this microphone does not extend

beyond an initial inspection, since these microphones can be so easy damaged during handling and use. If the unit arrived damaged

please return it immediately to where you bought it. Units that are damaged in use can be returned to Nady Systems and the ribbon as-

sembly replaced for a fixed charge (see Service section).

STANDARD ITEMS SUPPLIED

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• RSM-4 ribbon microphone

• Mic clip

• Leatherette pouch

• User Guide

• Warranty card

FEATURES

Congratulations on purchasing the Nady RSM-4 Ribbon Studio Microphone. This superior neoclassic

microphone is designed for use in contemporary, state-of-the-art studios, yet offers the unique natural

sound previously only available on such classic large ribbon mics as the legendary RCA 44, which

is still used to make great recordings today after almost 70 years. Especially suited for recording

guitar amplifier cabinets, the versatile RSM-4 is also great on vocals, acoustic instruments, strings,

horns, orchestras and choral groups, ambient instrument audio, and many live sound applications.

Powerful and versatile, and with the unmatched natural sound of classic ribbon mics, the RSM-4

meets the stringent requirements of even the most demanding digital recording and live broadcasting

applications.

This manual covers the operation of the RSM-4 microphone and the available optional accessories.

To take full advantage of the superb features of your microphone, and to enjoy long and trouble-free

use, please read this user’s guide carefully. As ribbon microphones are, by their design, very sensitive

to damage from mishandling and use, it is very important to read and observe the precautions below

about proper use.

• MPF-6 Pop Filter (highly recommended, as ribbon micro-

phones are very susceptible to damage from strong air

blasts, as with percussive sounds during recording)

• Unparalleled, uncompromised sound of a classic ribbon (velocity)

mic

• Ideal for close miking of guitar amps and cabinets and many

other vocal/instrument recording and live sound applications

• Low tension 45 mm long, 6 micron thick aluminum ribbon design

for characteristic “large, mellow” ribbon audio reproduction with

smooth, natural extended low and high ends

• Unmatched fast, accurate transient response, ultra-high 165 dB

SPL capability, and overall stunning realism

• Figure-8 audio directional (pickup) pattern for front and rear

sides, extended sweet spots (as compared to large diaphragm

condenser mics), slightly different frequency responses from

front and rear, and increased off-axis high-frequency response

on sides, with decreased treble and lower audio levels above

and below on-axis

• Discrete volume control of separate sources possible with stereo

(dual) mics setups (source in principal axis of one mic and in off-

axis null of the other)

• Manufactured with the finest materials, machined housing,

and advanced internal shock-mount construction for structural

integrity and rugged reliability

UNPACKING, INSPECTION, STORAGE AND TRANSPORT