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Blue Microphones Reactor

Item ID: Reactor

Large-diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone with Swiveling Head

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From Our Research Team:

The Does-it-all Microphone

The Blue Microphones Reactor is a versatile studio workhorse that you can use to record anything. Even if your current mic locker is an empty drawer, the Reactor is the perfect mic to start off with. First off, its design makes the Reactor one of the simplest multipattern mics you'll ever use. Large polar-pattern icons give you instant feedback, so you'll know at a glance which pattern you've selected. Its head swivels 90 degrees, making it perfect for positioning in tight spaces or for use in multiple mic setups. What's more, the Blue Reactor includes a complete accessories package!

Blue Reactor Multipattern Condenser Microphone at a Glance:
  • Pickup patterns for all occasions
  • Innovative design that's perfect for multi-mic setups and tight spaces
  • Complete accessories kit included

Pickup patterns for all occasions
Despite its incredibly affordable price tag, the Blue Reactor features the multipattern condenser design more common on mics that cost twice as much. The Reactor lets you select between cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 configurations, making it perfect for a wide range of applications. Whether you need tight off-axis rejection of a cardioid pattern or want to capture every sound in the room with an omni setup, the Reactor is the go-to mic for you!

Innovative design that's perfect for multi-mic setups and tight spaces
More than just a versatile multipattern mic, the Blue Reactor's innovative design makes it incredibly flexible. Its head swivels 90 degrees, making it perfect for positioning in tight spaces or for use in multiple mic setups. In fact, you can easily take two Reactor microphones and place them together in a cardioid/figure-8 setup for Mid-Side stereo recording.

Complete accessories kit included
Known both for their amazing microphones and their unique and stylish accessories, Blue went the extra mile, with the Reactor. The Reactor microphone includes a complete accessories kit, giving you both a custom pop filter and a low-profile shockmount, so you have everything you need - right out of the box! Speaking of the box, you also get a stylish, metal Reactor carrying case, perfect for storage or for taking your Reactor mic wherever your music demands.

Blue Reactor Features at a Glance:
  • Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone
  • Multipattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8 (Bi-directional)
  • Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
  • Sensitivity: 19.0mV/Pa at 1kHz (1Pa=94dB SPL)
  • Output Impedance: 50 ohms
  • Maximum SPL: 135dB
  • S/N Ratio: 88dB-A
  • Noise Level: 9.3dB-A
  • Dynamic Range: 128dB (@2.5 ohms)
  • Power Requirement: 48V DC Phantom Power

The Blue Reactor is an innovative microphone that's perfect for a range of applications!

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Specification Detail
Microphone Type Condenser
Polar Pattern(s) Cardiod, Omni, Figure-8
Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz
Max SPL 135dB
Output Impedance 50 ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio 88dB SPL (A - weighted pe IEC651)
Self Noise 3.9dB-A (A - weighted per IEC651)
Low Cut Filter No
Pads No
Manufacturer Part Number REACTOR

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Reviews

based on 3 reviews

Unbelievably GREAT !!!!

by Joshua from Detroit,Michigan
May 15, 2011
Music Background: Student/Recording Engineer/Producer
This mics capsule is sad to be based on the B6 Capsule that is in Blue's Kiwi....I suppose that where are the HIGH END QUALITY comes from.This is the best mic ive ever used on a acoustic/vocals sessio... read more [+]n !!!!!
The LED Polar Pattern Switch is Modernized & yet Futuristic....The Swiveling mic head is also SUPER HANDY for tight sitiuations....OVERALL !!!!....THIS MIC IS A STUDIO WORKHORSE !!!!......I cant go a day with out using it on EVERYTHING !!!!! close [-]

Top End Blue Sound In Affordable Package

by Brandon from
February 6, 2012
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Independent Artist, Singer/Songwriter
This microphone is an addition to blue's multi-pattern condenser series (Flagship= Blue Kiwi), and what an addition! The microphone is based largely off of the blue kiwi featuring the re-engineered b... read more [+]6 capsule and I am blown away! The microphone is very transparent, natural, and clean sounding. Vocals sound superb, and acoustic guitars and pianos sound like a dream. For a $500 microphone i say look out Neumann TLM 102 this one took the crown. Not only is this more versatile than the baby Neumann due to the selectable polar patterns. As far as i can tell, there has been no compromise in sound quality or build quality, UNTIL you see the shock mount. This is a heavy microphone, and I'll just say that the futuristic, modern (and cool looking) reactor based shock mount just doesn't cut it. Sorry blue, but that has to go. Other than that, this is an excellent microphone for anyone with a studio, no matter what setting or environment. close [-]

Great Mic. Unstable shock mount.

by Marlon from Chicago
October 12, 2011
Music Background: Recording
So far I have not been able to fully enjoy this mic due to the quality of the shock mount. The microphone is extremely heavy and needs a shock mount redesign. I spoke with someone from BLUE and they t... read more [+]old me a new shock mount was being worked on.

The mic does sound very good and feels extremely solid in your hands.

Looking forward to a new shock mount and a better recording experience with this one. close [-]

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