54.0mm 54.

0mm
Specifications (2.13 in.) (2.13 in.)

Type
Dynamic microphone
J U S T P L A Y I T
52.5mm 52.5mm
Element (2.07 in.) (2.07 in.)
250 Hz 2000 Hz
Nd magnet and transformer output circuit 500 Hz 4000 Hz
1000 Hz 8000 Hz

TOP248/248S
Polar pattern TYPICAL POLAR PATTERN
Unidirectional (Super Cardioid), rotationally symmetrical about
microphone axis, uniform with frequency. (Figure 1) 180.0mm 180.0mm
(7.09 in.) (7.09 in.)
OFF

Frequency response
50 to 16,000 Hz (Figure 2)

Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz Open Circuit Voltage)

250 Hz 2000 Hz
500 Hz 4000 Hz
-54dBV/Pa (2.0mV/Pa) 1000 Hz 8000 Hz

1Pa=94dB SPL
TOP258
TYPICAL POLAR PATTERN
(Figure 1)
Rated impedance
300Ω
25.0mm 25.0mm
(0.98 in.) (0.98 in.)

Max. SPL (1 kΩ load) dB

Frequency Response TOP248 on/off switch not included TOP258
TOP248S
150dB SPL (THD≦0.5% 1kHz) 10
3m
m

25
mm
Dimensions(Figure 3)
0 mm
50

Polarity
TOP248 258
-10 M

Description
0 .6

-20

Pin 2 output positive voltage (related to pin 3) when diaphragm

20 50 100 200 500 1000 2000 5000 10000 20000 Hz
The TOP248/248S/258 microphones are designed for professional vocal
receives positive pressure. (Diaphragm moving inward) FREQUENCY IN Hz
Dynamic Microphone TOP248/248S and instrument live sound applications. These dynamic super cardioid
Connector microphones incorporating neodymium magnets and aluminum voice
3 pin male XLR type coil on the double membrane diaphragm and output transformer, that
Frequency Response provides higher output sensitivity, flat and wide frequency response. The
dB

Finish

RELATIVE RESPONSE IN dB
result is clean and detail sound texture demanded by the working
User Guide
10

Black rubber finish 0

professionals.
-10

The grill windscreen are made of strengthen metal mesh, added with zinc
Dimensions -20

alloy shaft and gold plated XLR 3 pin connectors provides sturdy
Φ54.0mm(2.13in.) X 180.0mm(7.09in.) (Figure 3) 20 50 100 200 500 1000 2000 5000 10000 20000 Hz

FREQUENCY IN Hz
performance for heavy stage works.
TOP258
Net weight TYPICAL FREQUENCY RESPONSE
TOP248: 340g(11.58 oz.) (Figure2) Features
TOP248S: 340g(11.58 oz.) · TOP248 ball grill windscreen are welcome by most signers.
TOP258: 345g(12.17 oz.)
· TOP258 flat and smaller grill windscreen allows closer pickup for
G O A N G - F A N N C O . , L T D .
instruments or for signer preference.
2007, SUPERLUX Inc.
LB1TOP24801EN (Rev. 1)
· TOP248S incorporating an silent On/Off magnetic spring switch with Knowing your microphone Using a handheld microphone
locking plate. Magnetic reed switch
Superlux provides variety selection of microphones for professionals and amatures. To For best signal to noise ratio, distance from the handheld microphone to the sound source
TOP248S
· Typical and classical vocal frequency response. know your microphone is the first step to successful result. shall be as short as possible.

· Designed for lead vocal, speech, and human For higher gain before feedback and lowest background noise, the microphone shall be
voice performances. pointed directly to the sound source. (refer to the illustration below) The sensitivity of a super
cardioid microphone is highest on axis and lowest at 120 to 135 degrees.
· High intelligibility
Type of transducer To avoid interference between multiple microphones, each sound source shall be picked-up
· Super cardioids polar pattern, high GBF (gain by one microphone, use as less microphones as possible in one space, or turn-on as less
before feedback). microphones as possible at the same time.
Lockable switch To reduce crosstalk between microphones, an 1:3 guide line shall be follow: The distance
Package Dynamics
between microphone A to the sound source A is “ 1” , the distance between any other
microphone to the sound source A shall be more than 3 times.
Large crash-proof carrying case - ------------ ------- - A2 carrying case
Durable and simple structure, operates in all kinds of environments. A good dynamic When the (super) cardioid microphone get closer to the sound source, the low frequency
microphone is capable to operate at very high sound pressure level without distortion. response is boosted, as so call “ proximity effect” . Experience singer takes advantages of
Accessories Due to structure limit, dynamics cannot be built as small as condenser, but dynamics the proximity effect to improve the richness of his/her voice or to increase the bass of the
Supplied accessories instrument as if an extremely high quality equalizer is used. Same idea to reduce the bass by
doesn require power to operate.
increase the distance to reduce the bass when needed.
Microphone clip ------- -------- ---- ---------------- -------- HM38S Reflecting surface affect sound as well. Beware of these surfaces such as wall, table, or floor.
5/8"~3/8" adapter ----- ------------------------- ---------- - YA1 Place the microphone away from the hard surfaces or directly contact these surfaces to form a
About Frequency Response pressure zone microphone.
Flat When using the microphone outdoor or in windy environment, additional foam wind screen
helps to reduce wind noise.
Suitable for working at controlled environment, or for acoustic measurements.
Keep grill pop screen clean to avoid degrading the sound quality. Do not expose the
Although people persuit flatness, but for none-professionals, it is a challenge to makes
microphone at high humidity/temperature environment to avoid damage.
HM38S YA1 it works as expectation.
Microphone clip 5/8"~3/8" adapter
Monitor P.A. System
Optional accessories Popular curve response Loudspeaker (s) Loudspeaker

180
Foam windscreen, various color ----------- ------ ------------ S40 Based on years of practical experience of pro users. There are curves to be build for 120 ~135
120 ~135
various applications, so that it is very simple to use the microphone for the purpose.
Table stand --- -------------------------------------------- --- HM6 90 90
Limiting bandwidth, and emphasing are typical skill.

20-50mm
Recommended
Adjustable boom stand ------- ------------------- --- -- ------- MS131 Loudspeaker Locations
Instrument boom stand --------- ---------------------- ------- MS104 0
Variable response
Incorporating switchable filters to elliminates interference, such as sub-sonic filter to Mounting the microphone
S40 HM6 cut air-conditioner and floor vibrations. And allows full flat when used in controlled
Pressure gradient microphone is very sensitive to vibration. Suitable shock mount for
Foam windscreen Table stand environment.
high performance microphone is necessary for extreme low noise recording. Sturdy
stand can set the microphone excatly at the sweet spot and keep it there. Choose heavy
duty microphone stand for studio condenser microphone which weights much more

GF
than handle microphone.
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Narrower than cardioid pattern. Suitable for multiple microphone setup. Least sensitive
angle pointing toward side to rear where most stage monitors are located. Same
MS131 MS104 proximity effect as cardioid microphone.
Maintainence
Adjustable Instrument Condenser microphone shall be kept in low humidity environment for best sound
boom stand boom stand performance. Store the condenser microphones in airconditioned room or dehumidifier
to keep away form moisture. Clean air is another important factor. Keep away from
smoking environment to avoid tar residuals.