sE Electronics BL8 Boundary Microphone
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The BL8 is a half-cardioid boundary microphone, utilizing the same capsule as the celebrated sE8 small-diaphragm condenser. Its hand-crafted, true condenser capsule utilizes an ultra-thin three-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm for superior transient response. Designed to reproduce low frequencies with stunning accuracy, the BL8 is perfect in combination with the V KICK, but can also be used alone without an additional outer kick drum mic. It is also compatible with The Kelly Shu Flatz™ Isolation System, making it ideal for touring applications.
The BL8 utilizes transformerless Class-A circuitry to ensure plentiful headroom without distortion, while its low-noise electronics deliver transparency and clarity. The integrated low-cut filter and optional EQ shaping switch make it a very versatile microphone, excelling at immersive ambience recording, detailed room miking, and it can even be used on acoustic pianos. Thanks to its switchable attenuation pad, the BL8 keeps high-SPL sources from overloading your mixer's input.
Robustly built, the BL8 features an all-metal construction, a dent-proof grille, and gold-plated XLR contacts to ensure long-term reliability.
Featuring the renowned 1/2" true-condenser sE8 cardioid capsule
Utilizing the same capsule as the celebrated sE8 small-diaphragm condenser, the BL8 features a hand-crafted, true condenser capsule with an ultra-thin three-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm for superior transient response.
Bullet-proof, built like a tank and ready for the road
Robustly built, the BL8 features an all-metal construction and a dent-proof grille, perfect for touring environments and busy stages. The BL8 is also compatible with The Kelly Shu Flatz™ Isolation System for easy integration into any kick drum.
Pre-attenuation pad and low-cut filter
The integrated low-cut filter and attenuation pad switches make the BL8 a very versatile microphone, excelling at ambience recording, room miking, and can even be used on acoustic pianos while keeping high-SPL sources from overloading your mixer's input.
Classic and modern voicings accommodate for live and studio settings
The ideal studio kick drum tone is often different than the preferences in a live sound environment. Similar to the award-winning kick-drum mic, the V KICK, the BL8 offers "Classic" and "Modern" voicings. These options both cut and shape the low-mids to emphasize transients and punch. In its center position, the capsule's neutral response is retained, which is ideal for a plethora of other applications.
Incredible dynamic range in all areas
The BL8 utilizes transformerless Class-A circuitry to ensure plentiful headroom without distortion. Its ultra-low-noise electronics enable demanding applications such as grand piano or room miking while also designedto reproduce low frequencies with stunning accuracy,the BL8is perfect in combination with the V KICK, but can also be used alone, withoutan additional outer kick-drum mic.
Gold-plated XLR connector
Built to last, the BL8 has a gold-plated XLR connector to ensure loss-free, reliable signal connection for years and years of demanding use.
Features
• Ultra-thin 3-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm for superior transient response• True condenser technology for smooth and balanced frequency response
• Every capsule is hand-crafted and individually tuned in sE Electronics very own factory
• Robust and durable all-metal housing with premium finish
• Compatible with The Kelly Shu Flatz™ Isolation System
• High-quality finish ensures a great look for many years
• Enables close-miking of kick drums and other high SPL sources
• Three EQ options allow a wide range of applications
• Classic and modern voicings accommodate for live and studio settings
• Massive low-end eliminates the need for an "outer" kick mic
• Proven Class-A circuitry ensures massive headroom without distortion
• Transformerless design for excellent transparency and clarity
• Ultra-low-noise electronics enable demanding applications such as capturing grand piano and room miking
• For loss-free and reliable signal connection
Specifications
Capsule: Hand-crafted small-diaphragm, true-condenser capsulePolar patterns: Half-cardioid
Frequency range: 20 - 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV)
Max. SPL (0.5% THD): 143 / 153 / 163 dB SPL (0/10/20 dB attenuation pad)
Equivalent noise level: 14 dB(A)
Dynamic range: 129 / 139 / 149 dB (0/10/20 dB attenuation pad)
Signal-to-noise ratio: 80 dB
Low-cut filter: 80 / 160 Hz, 6 dB/oct, switchable
Attenuation pad: 10 / 20 dB, switchable
Powering: 48 Volts according to IEC 61938
Electrical impedance: 60 Ohms
Recommended load impedance: 1k Ohms
Current consumption: 5.0 mA
Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR connector
Dimensions: 139 x 95 x 28.5 mm (5.47 x 3.74 x 1.12")
Weight: 538 g (18.98 oz.)
Includes
- BL8 microphone- Pouch
- sE logo sticker
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
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| BL8 Boundary Microphone | 794308 |
