BL8

The SE Electronics BL8 is a boundary layer microphone featuring a half-cardioid true condenser capsule for kick drums, floor miking, and high SPL applications. From the Manufacturer 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. Featuring our renowned 1/2" true-condenser cardioid sE8 capsule, the BL8 delivers transformerless Class-A circuitry that ensures plentiful headroom without distortion. Low-noise electronics deliver transparency and clarity while reproducing low frequencies with stunning accuracy. The character switch provides classic and modern voicings, while the integrated low-cut filter and pre-attenuation pad enable a variety of applications. Compatible with our sE8 omni capsule and The Kelly Shu Flatz™ Isolation System. Features Featuring 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 Character switch provides 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 Recommended use: Kick drum, cajon, piano, speech, conferencing, room miking / ambience, stage floor miking 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 Pattern: 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.) What's in the Box BL8 microphone Pouch