sE Electronics BL8-Omni Boundary Microphone
Best versatile boundary mic for professional studio and stage recording.
This boundary microphone is built to handle extreme sound pressure levels without breaking a sweat, making it a powerhouse for kick drums and piano recording. Its low-profile, rugged design and switchable voicing options offer professional-grade versatility for both studio and stage applications.
$215.00
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Sam Ash Music
Who it's for
- Engineers seeking professional kick drum and piano recordings
- Studio professionals needing quick tonal adjustments during sessions
- Touring sound technicians requiring durable and reliable stage gear
Who should skip it
- Live mixers working on small, crowded stages with high volume
- Casual users with simple audio interfaces lacking robust power
- Mobile recorders working in environments without large flat surfaces
Performance breakdown
High-SPL Handling
Handles extreme sound pressure levels without breaking a sweat.
Build Durability
Rugged construction built to withstand heavy foot traffic and stage abuse.
Sonic Versatility
Character switches make it easy to toggle between modern and vintage.
Signal Clarity
Transformerless circuitry ensures a clean, transparent signal path for critical recording.
Placement Flexibility
Low-profile footprint fits easily inside kick drums or on stages.
Self-Noise Floor
Quiet operation keeps ambient hiss out of your delicate acoustic captures.
Key Specs
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20kHz
Impedance
75 ohms
Max SPL
163dB
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Microphone Type
Condenser
Connectivity
XLR
Self Noise
14dB
Signal to Noise Ratio
80dB
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