Re: [Harp-L] Mic impedance into a PA

[Arthur Jennings <timeistight@xxxxxxxxx>]

On Wed, Jul 22, 2009 at 1:12 PM, Paul Routledge <kingley@xxxxxxx> wrote:

> If I plug a Hi-Z mic direct into the PA, it acts as an unbalanced Low-Z
> signal. Am I right?


No; it's still Hi-Z.

>
> If I am would it be better to use an XLR-XLR lead, or use the channels
> instrument socket and use an XLR-Jack lead?


Wouldn't make any difference.

>
> If I used a DI box and ran the mic into that then into the PA it would be a
> balanced Low-Z signal. Am I right?


Yes; that's correct.

>
> Would either way be of benefit tonally to the mic and it's frequency curve?


The direct box would be best.

>
>
> The reason I'm asking is because tomorrow I have a sit in on a local gig,
> but as it's only for a couple of tunes I would rather go direct into the PA
> than take my amp.
>
> I plan on taking a Shure 545SD wired to Hi-Z, I also have an RE10 (that
> obviously is Low-Z so is fine) that I may also take.
>
> But I think as it's an unknown situation the 545SD may be a better choice
> with the on/off switch. Just in case the feedback monster raises it's ugly
> head.
>
> Paul
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