Blue Hummingbird CONDENSER MIC

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.

• Adjustable small-diaphragm condenser microphone with rotating head

• 180° rotating head for precise mic placement

• Cardioid condenser based on the B1 capsule from the heralded Blue Bottle

• Exceptional sonic accuracy and extended frequency response

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

•  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 :

•  Transducer Type: Condenser, Pressure Gradient

•  Polar Pattern: Cardioid

•  Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz

•  Sensitivity: 15mV/Pa @ 1kHz (1 Pa = 94dB SPL)

•  Output Impedance: 50Ω

•  Rated Load Impedance: Not less than 1kΩ

•  Maximum SPL: 130 dB SPL

•  S/N Ratio: 85.5 dB-A (IEC 651)

•  Noise Level A-Weighted: 8.5 dB-A (IEC 651)

•  Dynamic Range: 129.5 dB (2.5kΩ)

•  Power Requirement: +48V DC Phantom Power (IEC 268-15)

•  Weight: 212g (7.5oz)

•  Dimensions: 170mm x 27mm x 27mm (6.7” x 1.1” x 1.1”)

Included Accessories

•  Rigid carry case with foam lining

•  Mic clip

•  Foam wind-screen

Back-electret Microphone Capsule suitable for K6 and K6P Powering Modules. The ME 64 is a cardioid microphone capsule designed for use with the K6 and K6P powering modules. It has a very wide range of applications including reporting, interviews, dubbing, live sound reinforcement and recording applications. Matte black, anodized, scratch-resistant finish.
 
Features

 Excellent directivity across whole frequency range 
 Very good feedback rejection 
 Effective rejection of incidental rear noise 
 High speech clarity 
 High maximum sound pressure level 
 Wide frequency range 
 Integrated pop filter
 
 

The e 865 is a fully professional super-cardioid vocal microphone utilising the
very best in condenser microphone technology to achieve new standards of
quality and sound. The microphone capsule insorporates special blast/pop
protiction plate to shield the diaphragm from excessive sound pressure levels. 

Features
Rugged metal body
Extended dynamic response with pronounced presence and vocal 'punch'
Excellent feedback rejection
Very good rejection of handling noise
Very high sound pressure handling capability
Delivery Includes
1 e 865
1 microphone clip
1 pouch

Technical Data
Pick-up pattern  super cardioid 
Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz)  3 mV/Pa 
Max. Sound pressure level (aktiv)  150 dB 
Nominal impedance  200 Ohm 
Min. terminating impedance  1000 Ohm 
Dimensions  d 47 x 193 mm 
Weight w/o cable  311 g 
Frequency response (microphone)  40.....20000 Hz 
Phantom powering  12 - 48 V 

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
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