Condenser Mic Problems

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Hey, I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this, but I just got an Audio Technica AT2035 condenser mic.
I hooked it up to my audio interface (Tube MP Project Series) and turned on the phantom power, but the mic isn't working.
I tested out the power by sticking a paper clip into the XLR holes (pretty dumb, i know) and the levels on the audio interface flashed.
I'm wondering if the microphone I got was DOA or I need a different audio interface. Thanks!
 
Try another mic that needs phantom power.
If it works, that mic is bad.

....and stop sticking paper clips in holes. You'll short something out or get electrocuted.
 
Good thing you are able to deal with this now instead of after the warranty is gone!
 
josephlwu said:
Hey, I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this, but I just got an Audio Technica AT2035 condenser mic.
I hooked it up to my audio interface (Tube MP Project Series) and turned on the phantom power, but the mic isn't working.
I tested out the power by sticking a paper clip into the XLR holes (pretty dumb, i know) and the levels on the audio interface flashed.
I'm wondering if the microphone I got was DOA or I need a different audio interface. Thanks!
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What is the output of the Tube MP Project Series connected to? (what DAW are you using?) It could be a routing issue. I don't think the Tube MP does AD/DA conversion. If you could post your entire signal chain, maybe some of the other members, most are way more knowledgeable than me, can help. :facepalm: I was wrong. I misread the description of your Tube MP Project Series on the Musicians Friend web site :spank: I thought it was a pre amp only. The AT2035 or AT2050 was going to be my next mic purchase. Hope you get it sorted.
 
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I think that your all set to record using that paper clip. :thumbs up: :D
 
Josepf: FFS go out and buy Digital MultiMeter. You can get a perfectly useful one for 10$/£s but pay a bit more if you are able. The type that beep on continuity are most useful.

Thus armed, you can check such things as phantom power, batteries and lead continuity/wiring. Anyone with aspirations to play and record music should have a DMM and I would go so far as to say ANYONE who calls themselves a "modern" man/woman should have one in their kitbox (handy for car owners too!) .

And yes, FCS don't go poking things into things electricals. 'Tis true we "old pros" often use the "wet finger test" on audio systems but WE know what we are at! (at least those still alive do!) And whilst we are touching the safety base?
NEVER remove mains earths from ANY equipment EVER!
There are better and safer ways to track down hum loops.


Dave.
 
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