sE Electronics BL8 Omni Cardioid Boundary Microphone

Product Description

KICKIN’ GREAT SOUND

Bullet-proof, built like a tank and ready for the road, your secret weapon for a variety of applications such as kick drums and other high SPL sources.

RECOMMENDED USE

Kick Drum, Cajon, Piano, Speech, Conferencing, Room Miking / Ambience, Stage Floor Miking

HIGHLIGHTS

• Featuring our renowned 1/2" true-condenser cardioid sE8 capsule
• Transformerless Class-A circuitry ensures plentiful headroom without distortion
• Low-noise electronics deliver transparency and clarity
• Reproduces low frequencies with stunning accuracy
• Optional character switches provide classic & modern voicings
• Integrated low-cut filter & pre-attenuation pad enable a variety of applications
• Compatible with our sE8 omni capsule & The Kelly Shu Flatz™ Isolation System

Inside the BL8 omni

GOLD-PLATED XLR CONNECTOR

Built to last, the BL8 omni has a gold-plated XLR connector to ensure loss-free, reliable signal connection for years and years of demanding use.

PRE-ATTENUATION PAD AND LOW-CUT FILTER

The integrated low-cut filter and pre-attenuation pad further enhance the BL8 omni adaptability, enabling tone control before reaching any system or console. The BL8 omni is a game-changer that will elevate your musical and corporate experience.

CLASSIC AND MODERN VOICINGS

Optional character switches for classic or modern voicings (just like our TEC award-winning V KICK!) enable the ability to both cut and shape the low-mids to emphasize transients and punch. In its center position, the capsule’s neutral response is retained.

INCREDIBLE DYNAMIC RANGE IN ALL AREAS

The BL8 omni also features transformerless Class-A circuitry, providing plentiful headroom without distortion for pristine sound and clarity even in challenging office, live sound or recording environments.

BULLET-PROOF, BUILT LIKE A TANK AND READY FOR ANY ENVIRONMENT

With its bullet-proof, tank-like build and omni-directional capability, the BL8 omni is your go-to mic for a range of corporate and musical environments. The hand-crafted gold-sputtered 1/2" true-condenser capsule delivers unparalleled clarity and uses the same omni-directional capsule as the renowned sE8 omni. Plus, the omni capsule can be swapped out for our cardioid sE8 capsule to enable a wider spectrum of applications such as kick drums and high SPL sources.

BL8 omni Capsule & Mounting Options

COMPATIBLE WITH THE SE8 CARDIOID CAPSULE

The BL8 omni offers a remarkable advantage with its versatile interchangeable capsule options. Being fully compatible with the sE8 cardioid capsule, the BL8 omni can effortlessly cater to any sonic requirement and environment. Although the sE8 cardioid capsule is not included with the BL8 omni, it is an excellent investment for any comprehensive mic collection.

EASILY MOUNTABLE FOR SIMPLE & SECURE INSTALLATION

The BL8 omni microphone is the perfect solution for hassle-free installation in offices, boardrooms, music venues, theaters, and houses of worship. The mounting brackets are conveniently indicated on the bottom of the BL8 omni and can be easily accessed by removing the casing. Then, the BL8 omni can be securely mounted onto any flat surface.

Specs

Components

• Capsule: Hand-crafted small-diaphragm true-condenser capsule

Power

• Powering: 48 Volts according to IEC 61938
• Electrical impedance: 60 Ohms
• Current consumption: 5.0 mA
• Connectivity: 3-pin male XLR connector

Sound

• Polar patterns: Omni-Directional
• Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 50 mV/Pa (-26 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: 86 dB
• Low-cut filter: 80 / 160 Hz, 6 dB/oct, switchable
• Attenuation pad: 10 / 20 dB, switchable
• Recommended load impedance: >1k Ohms

Dimensions

• Mic length: 139 mm (5.47 in.)
• Mic Width: 95 mm (3.74 in.)
• Mic Height: 28.5 mm (1.12 in.)
• Mic weight: 538 g (18.98 oz.)

What's in the box

• BL8 omni microphone
• Pouch