Featuring our 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 our preferences in a live sound environment. Similar to our 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 designed to reproduce low frequencies with stunning accuracy, the BL8 is perfect in combination with our V KICK, but can also be used alone, without an additional outer kick-drum mic.
Highlights
- Featuring our renowned 1/2" true-condenser cardioid sE8 capsule
- 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 our very own factory
- Bullet-proof, built like a tank and ready for the road
- 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
- Switchable EQ, pre-attenuation pad and low-cut filter
- 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
- Incredible dynamic range in all areas
- 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
- Gold-plated XLR connector
- For loss-free and reliable signal connection
Technical Specifications
- Capsule Hand-crafted small-diaphragm
- true-condenser capsule
- 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
- 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 (L x W x H)
- 5.47 x 3.74 x 1.12 in. (L x W x H)
- Weight 538 g (18.98 oz.)
Whats In The Box
- BL8 microphone
- Pouch
- sE logo sticker
- Quick start guide
- User manual with warranty card
