Einleitung
The following guide will teach you how to examine the wind screen, power cord, jack, and diaphragm.
Werkzeuge
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Remove the windscreen from the top of the microphone.
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Once the foam windscreen is removed, examine the windscreen looking for thinning, holes, tears, or discoloration. Any of these issues may be the cause of the sound distortion.
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Locate the jack of the microphone and look for: discoloration, rust, breaks in the piece, as well as making sure the jack is not bent or torn from the power cord.
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Inspect the cord for splits, breaks, or loose wires. Check the cord from one end to the other, making sure the cord is attached to the microphone.
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To check the cord further by unscrewing the bottom piece of the microphone from the top. Rotate clockwise to unscrew the bottom and examine.
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Another to assessing distortion is to inspect the diaphragm. For further information, see the Diaphragm Examination Guide
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Use a Phillips head (#00) screwdriver, to remove the diaphragm and separate the diaphragm from the base of the microphone.
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Inspect the diaphragm checking to see if the piece is dirty, bent, or has holes. If it is bent or has holes, it may need to be replaced.
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If the diaphragm is dirty, clean it with a dry towel or cotton swab by gently brushing dirt and/or rust off the piece.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
