Audio-Technica BP898 Subminiature Cardioid Condenser Lavalier Microphone

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Clip on this tiny mic to record and reinforce vocals on stage or on camera. The BP898's cardioid pattern offers a pronounced proximity effect at close range.

The BP898 is a low-profile lavalier cardioid condenser available with terminations for wired or wireless use. The microphone's wide dynamic range and tolerance for high sound pressure levels ensures intelligible, natural-sounding audio that's ideal for use by stage and television talent, lecturers, and worship leaders.

The directionality of the BP898 cardioid element has a pronounced proximity effect when used at close range, enhancing the user's voice. This low-frequency enhancement drops off when the microphone is used at a distance. If the mic needs to be used at a greater distance or a less focused pickup is desired, the BP899 with an omnidirectional capsule is recommended.

The mic's cable is made of a robust urethane elastomer that provides ultimate flexibility and strength, while resisting abrasion and moisture. The mic comes with a clothing clip that features two strain-relief points that isolate the mic from mechanical noise transferred over the cable. Two included windscreens each feature a clasp that secures the windscreen to the mic, preventing it from blowing off in critical situations, such as at sporting events.

Available wired and wireless models:
BP898 - 55" (1.4 m) permanently attached cable terminated with a cH-style screw-down 4-pin connector; AT8545 power module (with 80 Hz high-pass filter) for phantom power.
BP898c - 55" (1.4 m) permanently attached cable (unterminated); no power module.
BP898cH - 55" (1.4 m) permanently attached cable terminated with read more a screw-down 4-pin connector for use with Audio-Technica cH-style body-pack wireless transmitters; no power module.
BP898cW - 55" (1.4 m) permanently attached cable terminated with a locking 4-pin connector for use with Audio-Technica cW-style body-pack wireless transmitters; no power module.
BP898cT4 - 55" (1.4 m) permanently attached cable terminated with TA4F-type connector for use with Shure wireless systems; no power module.

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 that enhances 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
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-Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
-Polar Pattern: Cardioid
-Frequency Response: 270-17,000 Hz (50 cm (1.64')), 60-17,000 Hz (10 cm (0.33'))
-Low Cut*: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
-Open Circuit Sensitivity: -42 dB (7.9 mV) (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz)
-Impedance*: 250 ohms
-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
-Switches*: Low cut: on/off
-Weight: 1.6 g (0.06 oz) (Microphone body)
-Dimensions: 22.3 mm (0.88") long, 5.3 mm (0.21") diameter (Microphone body)
-Cable: 1.4 m (4.6')
-Output Connector:
- Terminated with cW-style locking 4-pin connector
- Terminated with cH-style screw-down 4-pin connector
- Unterminated
-Accessories Included:
- Clothing clip base (AT8461a, AT8461a-TH)
- Windscreens (AT8151a, AT8151a-TH)
- Case
*Products with power modules
1 Pascal = 10 dynes/cm2 = 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL
For product improvement, the product is subject to modification without notice.
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
BP898c, Unterminated
Shipping Weight: 0.4 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 2 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BP898c
BP898cW, for Wireless with cW Connector
Shipping Weight: 0.4 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 2 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BP898cW
Open Box (Like New), BP898cW, for Wireless with cW Connector, USED
Shipping Weight: 0.4 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 2 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BP898cW
BP898cH, for Wireless with cH Connector
Shipping Weight: 0.5 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 2 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BP898cH
BP898cT4, for Wireless with TA4F Connector
Shipping Weight: 0.41 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 2 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BP898cT4
BP898, with cH Connector and XLR AT8545 Power Module
Shipping Weight: 0.6 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 2 in
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BP898

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 330-686-2600 x5000
Email: audio-solutions@atus.com

BP898c, Unterminated

$179.00
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