Product Description

The Blue 8-Ball Microphone is a versatile cardioid condenser designed with the needs of the professional recordist in mind, but priced within reach of the beginning home user or hobbyist. While it may bear a striking resemblance to another sphere that has taken the microphone world by storm, the 8-Ball resembles its circular cousin the Ball in looks alone. Featuring Blue’s highly regarded Class A discrete low noise amplifier circuit, the 8-Ball’s smooth frequency response is sure to please even the most discerning professional ear. Perfect for applications as varied as male or female vocals, drum overheads or acoustic guitars, the 8-Ball will quickly become one of your go to microphones.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #17987 in Musical Instruments
• Brand: Blue
• Model: BLU 8BALL RS
• Released on: 2008-05-08
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 5.25" h x 5.25" w x 5.25" l, 2.40 pounds

Features

• Polar pattern: Cardioid^Class A discrete amplifier circuit^Wide range of applications studio and live use ^Unique swivel mount for optimal positioning^Patented cutting-edge design and durable construction

From the Manufacturer
The 8-Ball microphone is another member of Blue’s family of spherical mics. But while it resembles its cousins the Ball, Kickball and Snowball, the 8-Ball has been designed to be one cool condenser — it’ll give new meaning to playing "in the pocket!" The 8-Ball is a cardioid condenser microphone designed with the needs of the professional recordist in mind, but priced within reach of the beginning home user or hobbyist. Featuring Blue’s highly regarded Class A discrete low noise amplifier circuit, The 8-Ball’s smooth frequency response is sure to please even the most discerning professional ear. Perfect for applications as varied as drum overheads to acoustic and electric guitars or vocals, The 8-Ball will quickly become one of your "go to" microphones. A standard thread swivel mount at the base of the microphone allows the user to pivot The 8-Ball back and forth, making mic placement a snap. And because The 8-Ball requires phantom power, a front-mounted LED confirms that the mic is ready to use. Hustle over to your local Blue dealer and experience The 8-Ball for yourself. Its versatility, performance and price is your cue for adding this outstanding mic to your audio repertoire. But do it before those annoying aliens beat you to it!

Specifications

• Transducer Type: Condenser, Pressure Gradient
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 35Hz – 20kHz
• Sensitivity: 10.0 mV/Pa at 1kHz (1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
• Output Impedance: 50ohm
• Rated Load Impedance: Not less than 1kohm
• Maximum SPL: 150 dB SPL (1kohm, 1.0% THD)
• S/N Ratio: 72 dB-A (IEC 651)
• Noise Level: 22 dB-A (IEC 651)
• Dynamic Range: 128 dB (@ 2.0kohm)
• Power Requirement: +48V DC Phantom Power (IEC 268-15)
• Weight: 450g
• Dimensions: 325mm (circumference)

Customer Reviews

FANTASTIC
This was possibly my best home audio purchase ever. In seconds after opening the very cool package I was ready to record on my 8-Ball mic. I'm beggining to experiment with mic placement and at every turn I'm impressed with the quality of sound that the mic records. I'm tempted to get another one so I can produce top-notch stereo recordings, maybe Christmas or Father's Day.