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AUDIO-TECHNICA LAUNCHES BP4071, BP4071L AND BP4073 SHOTGUN MICROPHONES
— New microphones ideal for long-distance pickup
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STOW, OH, November 4, 2008 — Audio-Technica
debuts three new shotgun microphones: the BP4071, BP4071L and BP4073
Line + Gradient Condenser models. Designed for critical extended-range
pickup in broadcasting, film/TV production and theater sound reinforcement
applications, these high-performance mics offer extremely focused pickup
throughout the entire frequency range.
Based on extensive in-the-field research and user input,
the BP4071, BP4071L and BP4073 microphones are ideal for capturing high-quality
audio for documentaries and feature films, wildlife recording and theater
sound reinforcement. These highly directional mics offer low self-noise
and improved resistance to Radio Frequency Interference (RFI). Their
direct-coupled, balanced output ensures a clean signal even in high-output
conditions. All three mics require 48V DC phantom power, and feature
a switchable 150 Hz high-pass filter and rugged housing made of lightweight
structural-grade aluminum alloy.
BP4071 Line + Gradient Condenser
The 15.55"-long BP4071 has been specially created to meet the critical
greater-distance pickup demands of broadcasting, film/TV sound, professional
recording, wildlife recording and theatrical sound reinforcement. The
BP4071 is particularly useful for miking dynamic action in film/TV audio,
as well as in “spot” miking techniques in the music studio
or theater. The mic provides a noise floor that is hardly measurable,
much less audible. It performs consistently in distant miking applications
and under the stringent demands of digital recording systems.
BP4071L Line + Gradient Condenser
At 21.22" long, the new BP4071L is among the longest shotgun microphones
on the market today. Originally developed at the request of broadcast
professionals, this mic boasts an extremely narrow polar pattern and
excellent rejection from the sides and rear of the microphone, along
with crisp, intelligible audio reproduction for long-distance pickup.
Because of its extremely narrow polar pattern, the BP4071L is particularly
useful when capturing a sound source from a desired direction while
minimizing unwanted background noise or interference.
BP4073 Line + Gradient Condenser
The BP4073 sets standards in small size and light weight. With an overall
length of a mere 9.17" and weight of only 3.5 oz, the mic adds
virtually no heft to the end of a fish pole or the top of a minicam.
Additionally, because the BP4073 is shorter than most typical shotgun
microphones, it is particularly ideal for use in ENG and field production
applications where a more compact camera may be employed.
All three of these mics offer a transformerless design
for improved pickup of transients; an extended frequency response; a
rugged, lightweight housing; and an integral 150 Hz high pass filter,
providing easy switching from a flat frequency response to a low-end
roll-off. The roll-off position reduces the pickup of low-frequency
ambient noise (such as traffic, air-handling systems, etc.), room reverberation
and mechanically coupled vibrations. Output is via a balanced, low impedance
(low-Z) 3-pin XLRM-type connector. The microphones are also fully RoHS-compliant
(free from all substances specified in the EU directive on the Reduction
of Hazardous Substances). Each mic comes equipped with a professional
stand clamp and windscreen, along with a protective carrying case.
The Audio-Technica BP4071, BP4071L and BP4073 Line + Gradient
Condenser shotgun microphones will be available January 2009 with U.S.
MSRPs as follows:
BP4071 $1,169.00
BP4071L $1,299.00
BP4073 $999.00
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Celebrating over 45 years of audio excellence worldwide,
Audio-Technica is a leading innovator in transducer technology, renowned
for the design and manufacture of microphones, wireless microphones,
headphones, mixers, and electronics for the audio industry.
—For more information on the complete range of Audio-Technica
products, contact
Karen Emerson, Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow,
OH 44224.
Tel: (330) 686-2600; Fax: (330) 688-3752; Web: www.audio-technica.com.
—For further information regarding product availability
and pricing in the United Kingdom, please contact Denise Burnage (dburnage@audio-technica.co.uk);
in Germany, please contact Anja Groth (a.groth@audio-technica.de);
in the rest of Europe, please contact Evangéline Pirot (epirot@audio-technica-europe.com).