SE Electronic BL8 Cardioid Boundary Microphone Overview:

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.

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

Specifications:
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: 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
• 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.)