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reduced sensitivity at the back-sides of the mic, there is
more sensitivity directly at the back of the mic.
• When using handheld mics near VoiceSoloXT never
point the mic at the speaker. This seems obvious yet it
happens all the time.
• When VoiceSoloXT is fed by an amplified monitor send,
ensure that the monitor send is Pre-EQ. This allows you
to add EQ to the main PA sound on your channel but to
send a flat (no EQ) signal to VoiceSoloXT. With a good
mic and a strong singer, a flat monitor is likely to be
louder than an EQ’d one.
Using VoiceSoloXT
Introduction
The following paragraphs should be read at least once to
learn more about safe and successful use of VoiceSoloXT.
Making Connections
Before connecting speaker cables
First of all, turn the amplifier that will drive VoiceSoloXT off.
This is a general rule when connecting any speaker to an
amp.
Plug in the speaker cable(s)
Connect a proper speaker cable between your amplifier
and VoiceSoloXT’s IN/THRU jacks. Note that speaker
cables and input cables with 1/4” jacks look alike. Do not
use input cables like the ones you would use to connect an
instrument to an amp. Only use quality speaker cables
available from your dealer.
If you plan to chain multiple VSM-200P XTs onto a single
amplifier channel, you may connect cables from either jack
to the next speaker. Read the Back Panel Diagram note on
page 8 regarding chaining VoiceSoloXTs.
Turn down the amp
If the amp has a volume control, it’s good practice to turn it
to minimum before applying power. Also ensure that the
device driving the amplifier has its volume turned off.
Apply power to your amp
After powering up, turn up the input control on the amp if it
features this.
Raising the level
Adjust your mixer so that your mic or instrument is fed to a
monitor send. Raise the send level slowly while you sing or
say “check” into the mic until the level is sufficient.
You’re now ready to perform with VoiceSoloXT!
Overcoming feedback
As in any open speaker and mic combination, there is the
threat of feedback. For those who aren’t familiar with the
term, “feedback” describes the sudden shriek or howl that
happens when a mic hears the speaker’s sound and
amplifies it. The following tips should help you to minimize
the risk.
• Always raise the volume level slowly, singing something
into the mic as you do so. Feedback will give you a little
warning if you listen carefully. When you hear a slight
ringing while you check the mic, lower the level a little
and this will become your “safe” monitoring level.
• Consider your placement. When VoiceSoloXT is slightly
off to one side as opposed to directly in front of you, you
will hear it better and can hear well with less level. Side
placement is also optimal when using mics with a hyper-
cardioid pickup pattern because, in exchange for
