HT5 Condenser Headworn Microphone

OVERVIEW
The HT5 is a professional pre-polarized headworn condenser microphone designed
for stage, presentation and broadcast applications. The HT5 is known for its excellent
sonic characteristics, intelligibility, low profile, high sensitivity and comfort.

Designed primarily for use with Audix wireless systems, the HT5 may also be used as a
wired mic. Simply order the APS910 or APS911 phantom power adapter for use with a
standard mic cable.

Characterized with a uniformly controlled omni-directional polar pattern, the HT5 is

designed to capture vocals from a comfortable distance of 2”-3” off axis. With a wide
frequency range of 20 Hz - 20 kHz, the HT5 will handle high sound pressure levels of
≥140 dB without distortion.

The HT5 is easy to position, lightweight and manufactured with high standards and
tight tolerances. Roadworthy construction includes a rubber coated steel alloy frame,
a high performance 5 mm capsule, black or beige finish, and a 3’ high quality cable
terminating in a mini 3-pin XLRf connector.
FEATURES
MODEL VARIATIONS
· Hands free, headworn presentation microphone
HT5 - Black headset mic only with a 3’ cable terminating with 3-pin mini XLR for
· Optimized for clear, accurate speech
use with Audix wireless systems
· Lightweight and low profile
HT5BG - Same as HT5 in beige
HT54PIN - Same as HT5 with 4-pin mini-XLR · Available in black and beige
HT5BG4PIN - Same as HT54PIN in Beige · 3 year warranty

APPLICATIONS
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
· Speech
3’ integrated mic cable with mini 3-pin XLRf connector
· Presentation
Windscreen - external foam windscreen for reducing wind, sibilance and pop noise
· Vocal solos
MCL5 - lapel clip/cable holder
· Videography

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES · Broadcast

APS910 - 48 V phantom power adapter for use with electret condenser microphones. · Violin, flute
APS911 - Optional phantom power adapter for use with electret condenser
microphones. Runs on AA batteries when phantom power is not available.
Features on/off switch and bass roll-off filter.
CCLIPBE - Collar clip beige
CCLIPBL - Collar clip black

HT5
MCL5 APS910 APS911
SPECIFICATIONS ARCHITECT AND ENGINEER SPECIFICATIONS

HT5
The microphone shall be a back plate pre-polarized condenser with an
Transducer Type Pre-Polarized Condenser
omni-directional polar pattern. The microphone shall operate on 5-52 Volts
Frequency Response 20 Hz - 20 kHz
biased from a wireless bodypack or phantom power and the nominal output
Polar Pattern Omni-directional impedance shall be equal to 2000 ohms at 1 kHz. The microphone shall have
Output Impedance 1000 ohms a sensitivity of 12 mV / Pa at 1 kHz. The microphone shall have a maximum
Sensitivity 12 mV / Pa @ 1k SPL level of 140 dB with a THD of 0.5%. The headset shall be made of flexible
Equivalent Noise Level 26 dB (A weighted) steel alloy with steel coiled gooseneck supporting the microphone element.
Signal to Noise Ratio 68 dB
Maximum SPL ≥140 dB OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Power Requirements 5 - 52 V phantom The HT5 microphone is designed for use with the Audix wireless bodypack.
Connector 3-pin or 4pin XLRf The HT5 may be used with other brands of wireless bodypacks, however, the
Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm connector and wiring will most likely have to be modified in order to match
produces positive voltage on pin the specs of the system being used.
2 relative to pin 3
Materials / Finish Flexible Steel Alloy / Black Finish
Using the HT5 as a wired mic: The HT5 can be used as a wired microphone
Weight 31 g / 1.1 oz with the addition of either the APS910 or APS911 phantom power adapter.
The HT5 will not operate without phantom power voltage (minimum of
DIMENSIONS (mm)
5 volts) which is available on most professional mic preamps and mixing
devices. It phantom power is not available on your equipment, you
may use the APS911 in the “battery powered” mode. 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.

The HT5 is manufactured to exacting specs with roadworthy construction.

However, the capsule is highly sensitive and should be handled with care. Avoid
extreme temperatures and be sure to store your microphone in the pouch
provided when not in use. Moisture of any kind can adversely affect the sound
FREQUENCY RESPONSE and performance of your microphone.

USER TIPS
The HT5 is designed so that the headband is worn around the back of the head
with the curved ear pieces resting lightly around both ears. If the user has long
hair, the back of the headset will be completely hidden. The dual ear system
keeps the headset stable once it is in the desired position. The microphone is
POLAR PATTERNS at the very end of the flexible boom and should be positioned on the user’s left
Lo Hi side of the cheek just off the corner of the mouth. The flexible steel cage can be
adjusted to fit your head comfortably by either opening or closing the cage. For
optimum sound and performance, DO NOT place the microphone directly in
front of the mouth or in the airflow path of the nose.

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

PRODUCT REGISTRATION: Please register your product online at www.audixusa.com/docs_12/about/product_registration.shtml.

SERVICE AND WARRANTY: This microphone is under warranty for a period of 3 years to be free of defects in material and workmanship. In the event of a product failure due to materials or
workmanship, Audix will repair or replace said product at no charge with proof of purchase. Audix does not pay or reimburse shipping costs for warranty repairs or returns. The warranty excludes
any causes other than manufacturing defects, such as normal wear, abuse, environmental damage, shipping damage or failure to use or maintain the product per the supplied instructions. No
Implied Warranties: All implied warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are hereby excluded. The liability of Audix, if any,
for damages relating to allegedly defective products shall be limited to the actual price paid by Dealer for such products and shall in no event include incidental or consequential damages of
any kind. Should your microphone fail in any way, please contact the Audix Service department at 503.682.6933. A Return Authorization is required before returning any product. OTHER THAN
THIS WARRANTY, AUDIX MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS, THE USE OF THE PRODUCTS, THE PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCTS. AUDIX SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT OR SIMILAR DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR BASED ON THE SALE, USE, STORAGE OR DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCTS, AUDIX’S
SERVICE WORK, BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT. NEGLIGENCE, OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF AUDIX HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

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