Audio Technica ATR2500x-USB Manual de usuario
ATR2500x-USB
Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone
User Manual
Contents
Introduction & features 2
Setting up your microphone with pivot mount & desk stand 3
Preliminary setup with MacOS Mojave 4
Advanced setup with MacOS Mojave 7
Preliminary setup with Windows 10 9
Advanced setup with Windows 10 11
Using headphones 15
Selecting software 15
Setting your software levels 15
Positioning your microphone 15
Protecting your microphone 15
Specifications 16
Warranty 17
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Thank you for buying the Audio-Technica ATR2500x-USB cardioid condenser microphone. Designed for computer-
based recording, this microphone is ideal for digitally capturing music or any acoustic audio source using your favorite
recording software.
Equipped with a USB output for easy connection to your computer, the ATR2500x-USB offers studio-quality
articulation and intelligibility perfect for home studio recording, field recording, podcasting, and voice over use.
The ATR2500x-USB also features a built-in headphone jack with volume control that allows you to directly monitor
your microphone’s output during recording. The microphone’s focused pickup pattern delivers excellent off-
axis rejection, while its A/D converter with up to 24-bit, 192 kHz sampling rate ensures clear, articulate sound
reproduction.
Audio-Technica’s state-of-the-art design and manufacturing techniques ensure that the microphone complies with the
company’s renowned consistency and reliability standards.
Features
• Side-address condenser microphone with USB output for easy connection to your computer
• Ideal for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, and voice over use
• Built-in headphone jack lets you monitor directly from the microphone
• Controls on the front of the microphone allow you to easily adjust headphone volume
• High-quality A/D converter with up to 24-bit, 192 KHz sampling rate
• Compatible with Windows and Mac
• Low-mass diaphragm provides excellent frequency response
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of unwanted sounds from the sides and rear,
improving isolation of desired sound source
• Low self-noise – ideally suited for digital recording
• Sturdy tripod desk stand with folding legs is easy to set up and transport
• Pivoting, threaded stand mount attaches securely to a conventional microphone stand
• Durable metal construction for long-lasting performance
• Includes two 2 m (6.6') cables: USB-C to USB-C, USB-C to USB-A
Compliance with FCC rules (USA only)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
Canada only
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB -003 du Canada.
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ATR2500x-USB Setup
For desktop use
Screw the microphone into the threaded portion of
the tripod desk stand. The front of the microphone
should face the A-T logo. Extend the tripod legs to
provide a wide, secure base, and place the tripod
desk stand on a flat surface.
For mic stand use
Screw the microphone stand clamp to your mic
stand. Screw microphone into the stand clamp.
Use a screwdriver or coin to loosen/tighten the
stand’s pivot screws for angle adjustment.
Plug one of the provided USB cables into the USB
output at the base of the microphone then connect
the other end of the cable to your digital recording
device.
When connecting the microphone to a USB-C port,
you must use a USB On-The-Go (USB OTG) cable
like the one included.
When using with equipment that includes a
built-in mic, consult that device’s user guide for
instructions on disabling its mic.
Optional headphone monitoring: Connect
headphones with 3.5 mm (⅛") plug into front of
microphone. Use up/down buttons for volume
control.
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USB-CUSB-A
Stand clamp
Tripod desk stand
Headphone volume
3.5 mm (⅛") headphone jack
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NOTICE Regarding MacOS Catalina
With the release of MacOS Catalina, Apple has introduced restrictions on using non-Apple software. Unless the recording
application is ocially supported to run under MacOS Catalina, you will not be able to access the microphone even if it
shows up as a sound input device!
If you are using an older version of MacOS, your computer will automatically recognize the USB device
and install the appropriate driver.
If you are using MacOS Mojave, you must enable software access to the microphone, using the security and privacy settings.
1. Connect the ATR2500x-USB microphone to an open USB port on the Mac (Type A or Type C).
Open the system preferences by clicking the Apple logo in the upper left corner of the menu bar and selecting
System Preferences. Alternatively, you can click on the gear icon in the dock. Click the Loudspeaker icon to open
the sound preferences.
2. By default the Mac selects the internal microphone as the sound input device. When the ATR2500x-USB is
plugged in, the Mac assumes that it is the desired input device and automatically selects it.
Verify that the ATR2500x-USB is highlighted.
The input volume for the microphone can be adjusted by moving the input slider and watching the level meter
while speaking into the microphone. Setting the level too low will not provide enough input signal to your
recording application. Setting it too high can overload the input to the recording application resulting in clipping or
distortion.
Note: The output volume slider controls the Mac’s speaker or headphone jack output and does not affect the input
sound level. This slider replicates the volume control associated with the small speaker icon in the menu bar and
the volume controls on the keyboard.
Preliminary setup with MacOS Mojave
Click the Apple Logo and select System Preferences Click the Loudspeaker icon to open the
sound preferences
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3. Because the ATR2500x-USB Microphone has a built-in headphone output, the Mac selects it as the output device.
Should you desire to use the internal speakers for playback audio, click the Output tab and choose the desired
output device.
The balance control sets the left to right balance in the output device.
The Output volume controls the playback level from the Mac. It is the same as clicking on the small speaker icon in
the menu bar and adjusting volume or using the keyboard controls.
Preliminary setup with MacOS Mojave (continued)
With recent updates to MacOS Mojave and the latest MacOS Catalina, Apple implemented a privacy setting
allowing you to control which apps have access to the microphone.
If you are using MacOS Mojave, you must enable software access to the microphone, using the security and privacy settings.
1. In order to use the ATR2500x-USB microphone with certain applications you need to verify that the apps are
enabled to have access to the microphone.
Open the system preferences and click on the Security and Privacy icon.
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2. To make changes, you will need to unlock the padlock on the Security and Privacy window by entering your user
name and password.
Scroll down to make certain the apps you want to use the microphone with are enabled. If not, use the switch slider
associated with the App to turn it on.
3. Click the microphone icon and verify that a check mark appears next to the applications that need
access to the microphone.
Make certain to click the lock to lock it after making the changes.
Preliminary setup with MacOS Mojave (continued)
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Advanced Sound Settings
1. At this point the Mac is set up to use the ATR2500x-USB microphone as the input device and your selection as
the output device. The sample rate is set for the default value (44.1 KHz CD Quality). However, additional settings
are available that enable you to change the audio sampling rate and individually adjust left and right input signal
levels if you desire.
To access these settings, open a new finder window and navigate to “Applications—Utilities” and double-click the
Audio MIDI Setup application.
Advanced setup with MacOS Mojave
Audio MIDI Setup
2. A list of audio devices appears on the left side and the adjustable settings for the selected device appear on the right.
The ATR2500x-USB appears as two separate devices. One is an input device (2 ins / 0 outs) while the other
represents its output (0 ins / 2 outs).
Clicking the input device (2 ins / 0 outs) shows the current settings.
The Format section contains the sample rate settings.
The Master Stream section allows you to individually adjust the microphone signal levels for the
left and right audio inputs.
Select input version ATR2500x-USB with 2 ins / 0 outs
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3. The ATR2500x-USB is capable of very high-quality recording and supports sample rates of up to 192 KHz. In some
situations higher sample rates can provide better results. However, as the sample rate increases, the file size
becomes much larger.
If you are recording voice-overs for video or music that will be synchronized with video, the default sample rate
needs to be changed from 44.1 KHz to 48 KHz.
To change the sample rate, click the drop-down arrows next to the Format box. A sub window opens listing
available sample rates. Click on the desired one to choose it and close the sub-window.
Remember that the selected sample rate must match the value set in your recording application or you will hear
pops and clicks in the recorded audio.
Advanced setup with MacOS Mojave (continued)
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If you are using an older version of Windows, your computer will automatically recognize the USB device
and install the appropriate driver.
The first time you plug the microphone in, you may see a message that new hardware has been found, or you may
see a driver software installed notice. After the first time, you will not see any of these as the computer has already
installed the necessary drivers for a USB microphone.
When the ATR2500x-USB microphone is connected, Windows 10 will automatically select it as the input
and output device.
1. To verify or make changes click the Start window and click settings (the gear).
2. When the settings window opens, Click “System.”
Preliminary setup with Windows 10
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Preliminary setup with Windows 10 (continued)
4. The Sound tab opens showing the active input and output device which should be the USB microphone.
To use the computer speakers as your output device, click “Choose your output device” and in the drop-down
menu choose the desired item.
3. When the System window opens, in the left column, click “Sound.”
At this point, your computer is set up to use the ATR2500x-USB microphone as the audio input device and whatever
you chose as the audio output device. However, in the recent versions of Windows 10, Microsoft has instituted some
additional privacy settings, allowing users to control which apps and programs have access to the microphone. Refer
to the section on privacy for more information.
There are additional settings available for the microphone, allowing you to set the input level, change the sampling
rate and manage other aspects of the audio. Refer to the next section for more details.
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