WIRED MICROPHONE
PGA 98H
USER GUIDE
© 2015 Shure Incorporated
27A27348 (Rev. 2)
Printed in China
Clip-on Instrument Microphone
PG Alta Microphones
Mounting the Microphone
Congratulations on the purchase of a new Shure PG Alta
series microphone. The PG Alta series delivers professional
quality audio at an affordable price, with solutions for
capturing nearly any source, including voice, acoustic
instruments, drums, and amplified electric instruments.
Suitable for live and studio applications, PG Alta microphones
are built to last, and meet the same rigorous quality testing
standards that make all Shure products trustworthy and
reliable.
Use the integrated clamp to quickly and securely attach the
microphone to horns or other instruments.
1. Squeeze the clamp to open it, and attach to an instrument
or other object.
2. Aim the microphone by rotating the swivel base and
bending the gooseneck.
General Rules for Use
• Do not cover any part of the microphone grille with
your hand, as this will adversely affect microphone
performance.
• Aim the microphone toward the desired sound source
(such as the talker, singer, or instrument) and away from
unwanted sources.
• Place the microphone as close as practical to the desired
sound source.
• Work close to the microphone for extra bass response.
• Use only one microphone to pick up a single sound source.
• For better gain before feedback, use fewer microphones.
• Keep the distance between microphones at least three
times the distance from each microphone to its source
(“three to one rule”).
• Place microphones as far as possible from reflective
surfaces.
• Add a windscreen when using the microphone outdoors.
• Avoid excessive handling to minimize pickup of mechanical
noise and vibration.
Model Variations
PGA98H-XLR: Standard 3-pin XLR output with integrated
belt-clip preamplifier (requires phantom power)
PGA98H-TQG: 4-pin TQG output for use with wireless
transmitters
Aiming the Microphone
Position the microphone with the arrow pointed at the sound
source.
Phantom Power
All condenser microphones require phantom power to
operate. This microphone performs best with a 48 V DC
supply (IEC-61938), but it can operate with lower voltages.
Phantom power is provided by the mixer or audio interface
that the microphone is connected to, and requires the use of
a balanced microphone cable: XLR-to-XLR or XLR-to-TRS.
In most cases, there is a switch or button to activate the
phantom power. See the user guide for the mixer or interface
for additional information.
Front
NOTE: This microphone is compatible with non-Shure
bodypacks that have a TQG connector and supply 5V on pin
2.
3
Applications And Placement
The following table lists the most common applications and placement techniques. Keep in mind that microphone technique is
largely a matter of personal taste; there is no one “correct” microphone position.
Application
Suggested Microphone Placement
Tone Quality
Reed Instruments
Place microphone a few inches from and
aiming into bell.
Bright, minimizes feedback and leakage.
Brass & Woodwinds
Brass: 30 to 90 cm (1 to 3 ft.) away, on-axis
with bell of instrument.
Bright, clear sound.
Bright, clear sound.
Softer, mellow sound.
Woodwinds: 2.5 to 15 cm (1 to 6 in.) away,
on-axis with bell of instrument.
Bell of instrument 90° off-axis from front of
mic.
Connector
Accessories
PGA98H-XLR Three-pin professional audio (XLR), male
PGA98H-TQG TA4F
Foam windscreen for PGA98H and
PGA98D microphones
AP98WS
Weight
PGA98H-XLR 245 g (0.5 lbs)
PGA98H-TQG 75 g (0.2 lbs)
Specifications
Housing
Type
Cast Zinc
Electret Condenser
Power Requirements
Polar Pattern
11 to 52 V DC phantom power (2 mA)
[1] 1 Pa=94 dB SPL
Cardioid
Frequency Response
60 to 20,000 Hz
Certifications
Output Impedance
at 1 kHz
This product meets the Essential Requirements of all relevant
European directives and is eligible for CE marking.
PGA98H-XLR 850 Ω
PGA98H-TQG 600 Ω
The CE Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from:
Sensitivity
at 1 kHz, open circuit voltage
Authorized European representative:
Shure Europe GmbH
-52 dBV/Pa[1] (2.51 mV)
Headquarters Europe, Middle East & Africa
Department: EMEA Approval
Jakob-Dieffenbacher-Str. 12
75031 Eppingen, Germany
Phone: 49-7262-92 49 0
Maximum SPL
1 kHz at 1% THD, 1 kΩ load, typical
130 dB SPL
Self Noise
A-weighted, typical
Fax: 49-7262-92 49 11 4
27 dB SPL-A
Email: [email protected]
Polarity
PGA98H-XLR Positive pressure on diaphragm produces
positive voltage on pin 2 with respect
to pin 3
PGA98H-TQG Positive pressure on diaphragm produces
positive voltage on pin 3 with respect
to pin 1
4
25. mm
(1 in.)
18.04 mm
(0.7 in.)
146.05 mm
(5.75 in.)
19.05 mm
(0.75 in.)
44.45 mm
(1.75 in.)
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