Avantone Pro BV12 Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Amazing Value in a Versatile Studio Mic

Sporting sound and looks reminiscent of sought-after vintage mics, the versatile Avantone BV-12 large-diaphragm tube condenser mic gives you professional results from a wide range of studio sources. The BV-12 has a warm, pleasing sonic character that's ideal for vocals, acoustic guitar, drum overheads, piano, and much more. The mic captures minute detail exceeding well, but its 10dB pad also gives you the versatility to use it on boisterous instruments as well. Use it to record gargantuan toms (just don't let the drummer hit it), a crushing wall of electric guitar, or even bagpipes (they're quite loud, you know). However you use it, you'll be glad you have the Avantone BV-12 in your mic locker.

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• Multiple polar patterns accommodate any recording task
• A few examples of what you can do with this workhorse mic

With its omni, cardioid, and figure-8 polar patterns, plus 6 in-between settings, the Avantone BV-12 is ideal for a range of (stereo) recording techniques, including Spaced Pair (A/B), X-Y (including Blumlein), ORTF array, and Mid-Side (MS). Read on for a few examples to get the creative juices flowing.

Two singers, one mic: grab the Avantone BV-12, set it to figure-8, and you're good to go. Record a sax solo overdub with natural "slap": position the BV-12 (again, on figure-8) between the sax player and the control room window; adjust mic position to taste. Ginormous Val Garay-style toms (two racks and a floor): three BV-12s on cardioid, fairly close-in - just don't let the drummer hit the mics! Full symphony orchestra, Bob Fine's Mercury Living Presence technique: Three BV-12s, set to omni, across the proscenium arch; record to three tracks panned left, center, right. Set your levels for peaks, then leave those faders alone and let the conductor balance the orchestra. We could go on, but you can already see how the Avantone BV-12 can be used in any number of ways to produce great-sounding tracks.

• Omni, cardioid, and figure-8 polar patterns, plus 6 in-between settings
• Microphone body and capsule assembly are precision machined of brass
• Vintage-style baked-on Buttercream finish
• The transformer coupled tube circuitry has its origins in famous European vintage designs.
• Manufactured using the finest materials
• Solid professional feel, superb structural integrity, and rugged reliability
• Any studio can proudly offer the BV-12 as a primary vocal mic...
• Despite its petite pricetag, this mic exudes class visually as well as sonically
• Mil-grade switches for 10dB pad and 80Hz rolloff
• Package includes:
• Custom Retro shockmount
• PS-1 Multi-Pattern Power Supply included
• Mogami GoldStudio Pro 15' XLR Cable
• Elegant padded genuine wooden Mic box
• Handcrafted wood side, tweed travel case