Audix HT 5

HT5

Lightweight, dual ear wireless condenser headworn vocal mic for presentation

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.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• APS910 - 48 V phantom power adapter for use with electret condenser microphones.
• 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

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

The HT5 microphone is designed for use with the Audix wireless bodypack. The HT5 may be used with other brands of wireless bodypacks, however, the connector and wiring will most likely have to be modified in order to match the specs of the system being used.

Using the HT5 as a wired mic: The HT5 can be used as a wired microphone with the addition of either the APS910 or APS911 phantom power adapter. The HT5 will not operate without phantom power voltage (minimum of 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 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 at the very end of the flexible boom and should be positioned on the user’s left 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.