TC Helicon PERFORM-V Quick Start Guide

Ultimate Mic Stand-Mount Vocal Processor for Quick and Easy Studio-Quality Sound with Expandable Effects

What You Will Need

Microphone ?
Audio Cable
Headphones ?
Mixer or Audio Interface ?️
Power Supply (12V DC, 1A) ⚡

Getting Started

Follow these steps to set up your PERFORM-V:

Step 1: Connect Microphone

Connect your microphone to the MIC IN port on the PERFORM-V.

Step 2: Connect Audio Output

Connect your speakers or audio interface to the OUTPUT L/R ports.

Step 3A: Connect Headphones

Connect your headphones to the HEADPHONE jack. Adjust the volume using the dedicated headphone volume knob.

Step 3B: Connect to Mixer/Interface

Connect the PERFORM-V to your mixer or audio interface using appropriate audio cables.

Step 4: Set Gain

With your microphone connected and speaking loudly, press and hold the GAIN button for 2 seconds. The PERFORM-V will automatically set the optimal input level.

Step 5: FX ON/OFF

Press the FX ON/OFF button to toggle effects on or off. A green LED indicates effects are ON, while white indicates OFF.

Step 6: Presets

A Preset is a collection of effects designed to create a specific overall sound. Any changes you make to Presets are automatically saved.

Key Features

Tone (AUTO EQ)

Automatically applies EQ, compression, de-essing, and gating to your voice, enhancing your vocal sound.

Anti-Feedback

Helps eliminate unwanted squealing or feedback from your speakers. It reduces the signal level when activated.

Pitch Correction

Subtly adjusts your vocal pitch to the nearest semi-tone, improving accuracy without sounding unnatural.

Talk Mode (FX BYPASS)

Pressing this button bypasses all active effects, allowing you to speak clearly to your audience without vocal processing.

Tap Tempo

Tap the TAP button in time with your music to set the tempo for the Echo effect. This tempo setting is global and not saved within individual Presets.

+48V Phantom Power

For condenser microphones that require phantom power, press and hold the +48V button to activate it.

Effect Editing

Editing Effects

To adjust an effect, hold its corresponding button to enter edit mode. Turn the control knob to adjust the effect's volume. The LED segments will fill to indicate the level.

Changing Styles

Once an effect's level reaches its maximum, the LED ring will reset and change the effect's style (sound). The LED color will also change to reflect the selected style.

Pitch Meter

A visual display that shows your current pitch relative to the nearest semi-tone.

Connections and Updates

Music In

Connect your music playback device (e.g., smartphone, MP3 player) to the MUSIC IN port to play backing tracks.

Updates & Presets

Visit tc-helicon.com/products/voicesupport/ for software updates and additional presets for your PERFORM-V.

Setup and Accessories

Stage Setup for Feedback Prevention

To minimize the risk of feedback, position your microphone behind your main speakers.

Accessories

The PERFORM-V is compatible with the following accessories:

TC Helicon Switch-3 footswitch ?️
TC Helicon MP-76 microphone ?
TC Helicon MP-75 microphone ?

Further Information

For detailed instructions and advanced features, please visit tc-helicon.com to download the full manual.

Legal and Compliance

Legal Disclaimer

Music Tribe accepts no liability for any loss or damage resulting from reliance on the information provided herein. Technical specifications, appearances, and other information are subject to change without notice. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Limited Warranty

For applicable warranty terms and conditions, and additional information regarding Music Tribe's Limited Warranty, please see complete details online at musictribe.com/warranty.

FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to 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. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Music Tribe can void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

CE Marking

This product is in compliance with relevant EU directives (2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU, 2011/65/EU, 2015/863/EU, 2012/19/EU, Regulation 519/2012, Directive 1907/2006/EC). The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at community.musictribe.com.

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