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Microphone buzzing after loose XLR connector

Joe B

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I recently purchased a used Rode NT1 microphone and have made some great recordings with it. I used it again today and when unplugging the XLR cable, the whole XLR connector on the mic itself came loose. I discovered that there is a tiny screw that needed tightening so I purchased some precision screwdrivers and tightened up the screw. The connector is no longer loose but I am now getting a really loud buzzing sound from the mic unless I am holding it a certain way. As soon as I release my hand from the mic.... BZZZZ!!!! I have tried loosening and re-tightening the screw but the mic is still buzzing. Could one of the pins or some of the wiring become damaged? Any ideas? Thank you. Joe
 
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