Blue Microphones Bluebird Cardioid Condenser Microphone
The Blue Microphones Bluebird is a large-diaphragm cardioid condenser, utilizing Blue’s renowned microphone technology and Class A discrete circuit. In a departure from its normally application-specific designs, Blue engineered the Bluebird to be as versatile as possible, with applications ranging from vocals to electric and acoustic guitars, close-miking of drums, drum overheads, percussion, piano and strings, delivering an extended top and bottom that results in crystal-clear sound quality and detail. In addition to the microphone itself, the Bluebird bundle also includes a specially designed shockmount — the BirdCage, and a metal mesh pop filter — the BirdNest. So no matter what your sound, the complete Bluebird package offers today’s musician a top-notch recording experience at an outstanding price — all in one nest!
Characteristics
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Class A discrete amplifier circuit
- Blue’s famous cutting-edge design
- Complete package, including shock mount and pop filter
Suggested Applications
Vocals, Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Drums, Piano & Strings
Included Accessories
The Bluebird Accessory Pak, featuring the BirdCage — custom shockmount and the BirdNest — custom pop filter.
Specifications
- Acoustical Operating Principal: Pressure Gradient
- Directional Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Range: 20Hz – 20KHz
- Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1kohm: 27mV/Pa
- Output Impedance: 50ohms
- Rated Load Impedance: Not less than 1kohm
- Noise Level A-weighted (IEC 651): Not more than 7.5dB
- Max Output (1% THD into 2.5kohms): 12dBu
- Max SPL (0.5% THD) into 2.5kohms: 138dB
- Dynamic Range (2.5kohm load): 130dB
- Supply Voltage (IEC 268-15): 48V Phantom (35V min)
- Current Draw (typical ai + 48V): 1.8mA
Warranty:
Blue Microphones products all feature a standard 1-year warranty, and are extended by an additional year when registered online at the Blue Microphones website.
Blue Microphones Bluebird Cardioid Condenser Microphone
The manufacturer's warranty covers parts for one year and labor for one year from date of purchase. The warranty excludes damage from misuse, abuse, and contains other exclusions.
