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ACE BACKSTAGE CO., INC. - STAGE POCKET SYSTEMS 661-295-5760
SPECIALIZING IN STAGE POCKET SYSTEMS SINCE 1991
csm CHOIR STICK MICROPHONES
PRODUCTS | STAGE MANAGEMENT | WIRELESS CHOIR STICK MICS | AUDIO-TECHNICA | SHURE |
Choir "Stick" Microphones with Shure® Elements
#CSM-41CW #CSM-61CW
#CSM-41SCW #CSM-61SCW
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DESCRIPTION

CHOIR STICK MICROPHONE (#CSM-41x, #CSM-61x) GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The CSM-61W and CSM-41W series WIRELESS Choir Stick Microphone (CSM) offers the ability to use wireless technology for a totally portable choir configuration. The WIRELESS CSM provides the performance of an overhead hanging choir microphone by placing the microphone element above and over any choir application. Constructed of a black, space-age aluminum alloy, and fitted with over 2" of Micro- Flex gooseneck articulation, both the 40" and 60" models are able to adjust to an exact placement requirement.

The WIRELESS CSM will plug directly into your SHURE® wireless transmitter allowing the portable Choir Stick Microphone to transmit through your SHURE® Wireless system. The provided W-Clip will secure your transmitter to your microphone stand, maintaining a low profile and neat appearance. This versatile choir microphone can be used in both WIRELESS and WIRED applications, expanding performance options dramatically. Internal re-wiring at ACE allows the CSM to work directly with your SHURE® wireless transmitter or the wired power supply.

The WIRELESS CSM mounts on any standard microphone stand with any taper body mic stand clip. ACE has developed our own Taper Body Clutch that allows the WIRELESS CSM to extend as needed for your specific application and will not become unbalanced or tip over even when fully extended (as shown to the right). Use the WIRELESS CSM for adult or children's groups on the stage steps, portable risers, or anywhere.

Featuring SHURE's® miniature electret elements, with two pick-up pattern choices, the WIRELESS CSM allows you to choose a tight pattern to improve isolation from other stage noise, or a wide pattern for use in theater or other production applications.

Each WIRELESS CSM is supplied with everything necessary for use with your WIRELESS or WIRED application. Choose one of two interchangeable electret elements, a W-Clip for securing your SHURE® wireless transmitter to your stand, a Taper Body Clutch, a Taper Body Stand Clip, and a SHURE® Power Module with UU-Clip (for use in wired applications).


Choir Stick Mic Examples

SPECIFICATIONS

DATA SPECS
CSM41W and CSM61W Data Specification Sheet (pdf format)

INSTALLATION SPECS
CSM41W and CSM61W Data Installation Sheet (pdf format)

CHOIR STICK MICROPHONE FINISHES
CSM Series Stick Mic Finishes = Black matte anodized scratch, wear resistant finish

CHOIR STICK MICROPHONE MATERIALS
CSM Series Choir Stick Mic Material = Boom shafts are made from tough, alloy aluminum (#6061 - T6) that is .312” Diameter. The shafts are .049" thick.

CHOIR STICK MICROPHONE SIZES
CSM41x Size = 40" Long without microphone stand
CSM61x Size = 60" Long without microphone stand

OPTIONAL ELEMENTS

• #C - Cardioid Element with a 115º Polar Pattern
• #SC - Supercardioid Element with 130º Polar Pattern

INSTALLATION

GENERAL INSTALLATION OF CHOIR STICK MICROPHONES (#CSM)

Ace Backstage Co.’s Choir Stick Microphone is a wide-range miniature condenser microphone designed for quality sound reinforcement, professional recording, television, and other demanding sound pickup applications. It requires 9V to 52 V DC from an external phantom power supply (usually provided by the mixer). A recessed switch on the power module permits the choice of flat response or low frequency roll-off to help control undesired ambient noise. Two interchangeable Shure® pick-up cartridges (Cardioid and Supercardioid) are available to permit selection of angle acceptance from 115° to 130°.

SHURE® SUPERCARDIOID ELEMENT CHOIR STICK MIC CONFIGURATION AND INSTALLATION (#CSM-41SCW and #CSM-61SCW)
Choir Mic Install - SH

FIGURE 1 - Vertical Positioning of Supercardioid Element
FIGURE 2 - Horizontal Spacing of Supercardioid Element

Note: Figures 1 and 2 assume that the element in place is a Supercardioid element (115º). The combination of small size and excellent response makes the Choir Stick Microphone ideal for choirs, instrumental groups, or theater stages. A uniform 115° angle of acceptance from the cardioid element provides well-balanced audio pickup. The microphone should be located forward of the front-most source (24”-36”) and above the rear most source (approximately 24”-36”), and aimed between them (Figure 1). Increasing the height of the mic above the sources will tend to equalize the sound levels between them, but may also increase the background/reverberant sound pickup. Whenever possible, the distance from the mic to the rear-most pickup should be no more than twice the distance to the front source, to maintain front-to-rear balance (Figure 1). Width of the pickup is approximately 2.5 times the distance to the closest performer.

If additional mics are needed for wide sources, they should not be closer together laterally than 2 to 3 feet, to avoid phase cancellation (Figure 2). This typical spacing is approximately 2.5 feet apart. To orient the mic element in the proper direction, bend the gooseneck housing until the desired location is found. Note: All Shure® elements will have somewhat different configurations depending on the element(s) being used. With the exception of the Supercardioid Element (115°), all element configurations will have broader coverage patterns, leading to variations in the distance to the front-most source, the angle of acceptance (element polar patterns), and so on. Since applications may vary, please use this spec sheet as a guide. All drawings and measurements are for reference only.

SHURE® CARDIOID ELEMENT CHOIR STICK MIC CONFIGURATION AND INSTALLATION (#CSM-41CW and #CSM-61CW)
Choir Mic Install - SH

FIGURE 3 - Vertical Positioning of Cardioid Element
FIGURE 4 - Horizontal Spacing of Cardioid Element

INCLUDES*

• (1) #CSM-41W (40" Long) or #CSM-61x (60" Long) Choir Stick Mic
• (1) W-Clip for wireless transmitter
• (1) Phantom Power Module
• (1) U-U Power Module Clip
• (1) Stand Mount Clip
• (1) Taper Body Clutch
• (1) Element of your choice - Cardioid (115º) and Super-Cardioid (130º)

*Microphone Stand not included.

ORDERING

When ordering Choir Stick Mics please specify the following:
Choir Stick Mic Model Number: Ex. - #CSM-61C
Choir Stick Mic Model Series (size): Ex. - #CSM-61C = 60" Long Choir Mic
Choir Stick Mic Element Pattern: Ex. #C = Cardioid
Choir Stick Mic Element Manufacturer: Ex. - Shure®

ACCESSORIES

W-Clip - for securing your Shure® wireless transmitter to your mic stand
Optional Elements - Choose interchangeable mic elements to match your sound requirements

FEATURES

LOW PROFILE: Low profile, light weight, black aluminum space age alloy 40" and 60" boom sticks properly place the microphone element above and over any choir.

DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Choir Stick Mic (#CSMW) boom shafts are made from tough, alloy aluminum (#6061 - T6) that is .312” Diameter. The shafts are .049" thick.

FLEXIBLE MOUNTING: ACE Choir Stick Mics Mount on any standard microphone stand with any standard taper-body mic stand clip. Extremely stable and will not easily tip over.

OPTIONAL ELEMENTS: Choose from up to (2) two Shure® pattern pick-up cartridges including Cardioid (C, 115º) or Supercardioid (SC, 130º).

VERSATILE APPLICATIONS: Use ACE Stick Mics for all children and adult groups on the stage steps, portable risers, or anywhere! Great for use as a podium mic --- without the podium!

FINISHES

DURABLE FINISH:
Black matte anodized scratch, wear resistant finish.

MATERIALS

CHOIR STICK MIC MATERIALS: ACE Boom shafts are made from tough, alloy aluminum (#6061 - T6) that is .312” Diameter. The shafts are .049" thick.

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