Audio-Technica BP898 Cardioid Condenser Lavalier Microphone, 4 Pin Connector

The Audio-Technica BP898 is a state-of-the-art, low-profile cardioid condenser lavalier microphone designed to provide maximum intelligibility and a natural sound. Perfect for vocalists, lecturers, stage and television talent, and worship leaders, this microphone's wide dynamic range and ability to handle high sound pressure levels ensure consistently clear audio. The BP898 features a pronounced proximity effect at close range that enhances the user's voice, delivering richer, fuller sound. At greater distances, this effect diminishes, enabling versatile use in various settings. For those requiring less focused pickup, the BP899 with an omnidirectional capsule may be more suitable.

The microphone is equipped with a robust urethane elastomer cable that combines flexibility, strength, and resilience against abrasion and moisture, making it ideal for rigorous use. The included clothing clip isolates the mic from mechanical noise, and the two windscreens ensure the microphone remains protected and secure, even in demanding situations like sporting events.

Key Features

• Maximum intelligibility and clean, accurate reproduction for vocalists, lecturers, stage and television talent, and worship leaders
• Cardioid capsule provides directional pickup with pronounced proximity effect at close range, enhancing the user’s voice
• Low-profile design (a mere 5.3 mm in diameter) is ideal for applications requiring minimum visibility
• Urethane elastomer cable with a double-spiral shield wire provides ultimate flexibility, strength, and resistance to abrasion and moisture
• RoHS compliant - free from all substances specified in the EU directive on hazardous substances
• The microphone capsule is housed in a rugged metal structure to shield the electronic circuitry from external electromagnetic noise
• The signal line of the cable is made of a high-durability CuSn (copper and tin) alloy that greatly enhances corrosion resistance and increases longevity
• Two included windscreens each feature a plastic structure that keeps the windscreen secured to the microphone
• Clothing clip includes 16 distinct angle adjustments over 360° and two strain-relief clips for easy cable routing

Specifications

• Microphone Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 27017,000 Hz (50 cm / 1.64'), 6017,000 Hz (10 cm / 0.33')
• Low Frequency Roll Off: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave (wired only)
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: 42 dB (7.9 mV) (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz)
• Impedance: 250 ohms (wired only)
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 140 dB SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD)
• Noise: 28 dB SPL (A-weighted)
• Dynamic Range: 112 dB (1 kHz at Max SPL)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 66 dB (1 kHz at 1 Pa, A-weighted)
• Phantom Power Requirements: 11V-52V DC, 2 mA (wired only)
• Switches: Low cut: on/off (wired only)
• Weight: 1.6 g (0.06 oz) (Microphone body)
• Cable: 1.4 m (4.6')
• Dimensions: 22.3 mm (0.88”) long, 5.3 mm (0.21”) diameter (Microphone body)
• Output Connector: Screw-down 4-pin cH-style connector (wired only)

Package Contents

• AT8461a Clothing Clip Base
• AT8151a Windscreens
• Case