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PREMIUM SOUND. HEAD-TURNING PERFORMANCE
Hummingbird is a versatile, precision-engineered Class A small-diaphragm microphone that unlocks the tonal nuances of your instruments so you can capture the best recordings possible.With a 180 degree rotating head, Hummingbird fits into tight spaces and can nimbly change positions where others canʼt.
Featuring a precisely tuned diaphragm based on the acclaimed B1 capsule from Blueʼs flagship Bottle microphone, Hummingbird is ultra-responsive and delivers extended frequency response. Hummingbird is the perfect studio and stage solution for drum overheads, acoustic guitar, piano, percussion, or any other instrument with fast transients and rich overtones.
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Adjustable small-diaphragm condenser microphone with rotating head
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180° rotating head for precise mic placement
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Cardioid condenser based on the B1 capsule from the heralded Blue Bottle
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Exceptional sonic accuracy and extended frequency response
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Ultra-fast transient response and high-SPL handling in the studio and on stage
MIC PLACEMENT IS EVERYTHING
Discover new tonal colors of your instrument by simply rotating Hummingbirdʼs head. The unique 180° pivoting head allows you to place the mic at any angle—without having to adjust the mic stand—and capture the sound most mics would leave behind. Give Hummingbird a turn, and take your recordings from good to great.
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Sweep the capsule between the 12th fret and sound hole of an acoustic guitar to dial in the perfect guitar sound, all without having to get up out of your chair.
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Rotate the capsule between the edge of the snare drum and the center of the drumhead to get the perfect snare sound, all without having to adjust the mic stand.
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Pivot the heads of a pair of Hummingbird overheads to dial in the perfect stereo image over a set of drums, percussion, or upright piano
PREMIUM BLUE CAPSULE
Hummingbird boasts a premium capsule based on the Blue B1—part of our acclaimed interchangeable Bottle Caps series. Hummingbirdʼs precisely tuned cardioid capsule is ultraresponsive and provides extended high-frequency response—making it perfect for recording any instrument with quick attacks and rich tonal characteristics.
TAKE YOUR SOUND TO NEW HEIGHTS
The superb dynamic range, balanced character and sparkling high end of the Hummingbird is perfect for reproducing the sharp attacks and tonal characteristics of a wide range of instruments including drums, acoustic guitars, strings and world instruments. And with no ICʼs in the signal path, Hummingbird delivers maximum sonic detail with the lowest possible noise floor. With excellent off-axis rejection, Hummingbird is the perfect choice for close-miking drums or percussion while minimizing sound from surrounding instruments.
DRUMS—FROM A BIRDʼS EYE VIEW
The Hummingbirdʼs agility, sonic precision, and ability to handle high sound pressure levels make it an ideal mic for recording drums. With a 180° pivoting head, Hummingbird makes it easier to get great overhead sounds, and it can fit into tight snare drum or rack tom spaces and get the perfect angle on the drumheads—a difficult task with other condenser microphones.Technical specifications :
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Transducer Type: Condenser, Pressure Gradient
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Polar Pattern: Cardioid
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Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz
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Sensitivity: 15mV/Pa @ 1kHz (1 Pa = 94dB SPL)
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Output Impedance: 50Ω
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Rated Load Impedance: Not less than 1kΩ
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Maximum SPL: 130 dB SPL
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S/N Ratio: 85.5 dB-A (IEC 651)
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Noise Level A-Weighted: 8.5 dB-A (IEC 651)
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Dynamic Range: 129.5 dB (2.5kΩ)
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Power Requirement: +48V DC Phantom Power (IEC 268-15)
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Weight: 212g (7.5oz)
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Dimensions: 170mm x 27mm x 27mm (6.7” x 1.1” x 1.1”)
Included Accessories
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C 568 B
Compact, short shotgun microphone
Integrated, switchable bass cut filter minimizes mechanical noise
Operates on phantom power
High directivity and wide frequency response in a relatively short shotgun make this
microphone a perfect tool for theater, sound reinforcement, and film/TV applications.
Due to its compact and lightweight design, the C 568 B is ideal for camera mount
applications. Below 500 Hz it functions as a hypercardioid microphone; above 500 Hz
the acoustic interference tube introduces increasing directivity. A switchable 12 dB/
octave 120 Hz bass cut filter effectively suppresses rumble and wind noise. The rugged,
all-metal body contains the built-in preamp. Phantom powering (9?52 V) required; foam
windscreen and stand adapter included.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Polar pattern hypercardioid/directional
Frequency range 20 to 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity 11 mV/Pa (-39 dBV)
Max. SPL 128 dB
Equivalent noise level (CCIR 468-3) 29 dB
Equivalent noise level 18 dB-A
Signal/noise ratio 76 dB
Bass filter 12 dB/octave at 120 Hz
Impedance 600 ohms
Recommended load impedance >2000 ohms
Supply voltage 9 to 52 V phantom power to DIN 45596
Current consumption | This new mic is a performance / price breakthrough. It has an acoustically identical version of the legendary CK1 capsule that is permanently mounted. This combination can handle high output transients as well as subtle harmonics. Also included are switchable 75 and 150Hz 12dB per octave rolloff, and switchable -10 & -20 dB input pad. It is a single pattern (cardioid), and has a frequency response of 20 to 20kHz with 135 dB SPL. Requires 12 to 48V phantom power. Kit comes with bag, windscreen and clip.
For more than twenty years, the AKG C 451 with the CK 1 condenser capsule was a standard item on tour riders for sound companies and required by leading engineers for studio projects. When it was discontinued in 1993, there was still a big demand for this microphone. AKG now has an updated version of this classic microphone.
The new C 451B provides the same frequency response as the legendary CK 1 with the same slight high-end rise that was the signature of the original. This characteristic makes the C 451B an ideal tool for capturing signals rich in transients such as acoustic guitars, snare drums, hi-hats and for overhead micing of drum kits. The C 451B?s response eliminates the need for heavy EQ on these instruments.
The new C 451B has also benefited from newer electronic technology with machine soldering and surface-mount components that improve noise performance and make the microphone much more reliable than the original.
Other special features include switchable 10 dB and 20 dB preattenuation pads and switchable low cut filters at 75 Hz or 150 Hz. Standard accessories included are an SA 40 stand adaptor, W 90 windscreen and a rugged zippered bag. Each C 451B also comes with an individual frequency response printout.
Three-year warranty.
Specification
Polar pattern: cardioid
Frequency range: 20?20,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 9 mV/Pa (-41 dBV re 1 V/Pa)
Max. SPL for 0.5 % THD: 135/145/155 dB SPL (-0/-10/-20 dB)
Equivalent noise level: 18 dB-A to DIN 45 412
Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted): 76 dB
Preattenuation pad: switchable, 0, -10,-20 dB Bass cut filter: switchable to flat or 12 dB/octave at 75 Hz or 150 Hz
Electrical impedance: Recommended load impedance: >1.000 Ohms
Power requirement: 9?52 Volt phantom power to DIN 45 596/IEC 268-15
Current consumption: Connector: 3-pin male XLR
Finish: satin nickel plated
Size: dia.: 190 mm (0.7 in.); length: 160 mm (6.3 in.)
Net/shipping weight: 125/760 g (4.4 oz./1.7 lbs.)
Standard accessories: W 90 windscreen, SA 40 stand adapter |
The ME 65 is a super-cardioid microphone head designed for use with the K6 and K6P powering modules. It is especially suited to vocal and speech applications. Matt black, anodised, scratch-resistant finish.
- Pick-up pattern : super-cardioid
- Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz) : 10 mV/Pa +- 2,5 dB
- Nominal impedance : 200 Ohm (K6)
- Min. terminating impedance : 1000 Ohm (K6)
- Equivalent noise level : 20 dB
- Dimensions : d 44 x 131 mm
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Weight :
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Transformerless Power/Output Module ? The SE 300 B is used with all AKG Blue Line capsules and operates from 9 ? 52 V phantom power. The 3-position switch allows selection of linear response, -10 dB preattenuation and 12-dB-per-octave 75 Hz low-cut filter. A stand adapter is included.
Specifications
Polar pattern: hypercardioid/directional
Frequency range: 20?20,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV)
Max. SPL for 1 % THD: 124/134 dB
Equivalent noise level: 17 dB-A
Signal/noise ratio (A weighted): 77 dB
Preattenuation pad: -10 dB, switchable Bass cut filter: 12 dB/octave at 75 Hz
Electrical impedance: 200 Ohms
Recommended load impedance: >1,000 Ohms
Power requirement: 9 to 52 V phantom power to DIN 45 596
Current consumption: | Technical specifications
| Polar pattern |
cardioid |
| Frequency range |
50 to 20,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity |
20 mV/Pa (?34 dBV) |
| Max. SPL |
125 dB (k=1 %) |
| Equivalent noise level |
21 dB-A |
| Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted) |
73 dB |
| Impedance |
600 ohms |
| Recommended load impedance |
>2000 ohms |
| Supply voltage |
9 to 52 V phantom power, requires DPA adapter (supplied with most Installation Modules) |
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| Connector |
Discreet Acoustics Modular standard |
| Finish |
matte dark gray |
| Dimensions |
13.5 x 20 mm dia. (0.5 dia. x 0.8 in.) |
| Net weight |
5 g (0.17 oz.) |
| Shipping weight |
88 g (3.1 oz.) |
| Accessories (included) |
W 30 |
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