Audio-Technica unveils BP893 Headworn MicroEarset Microphone
(Dave Molter | Posted 2010-11-19)
Audio-Technica unveils its BP893
MicroEarset Omnidirectional Condenser Headworn Microphone. With its
ergonomically molded earpiece and unobtrusive one-inch boom, the BP893
offers inconspicuous placement along with clear, consistent voice
pickup. Its extended frequency response provides natural sound
reproduction, and its lightweight low-profile design and ease of use
make the microphone ideal for use in theatrical performances, houses
of worship and broadcast studios.
The BP893 is positioned unobtrusively over either ear. Its
omnidirectional miniature condenser capsule offers outstanding pickup
tailored for crystal-clear vocal reproduction, similar to that of a
high-quality lavalier microphone. The mic is also ideal for use in
violin pickup violinists should simply wear the BP893 over the ear as
usual, and there is no need for clamps on the violin.
The microphone includes a 55-inch (1.4-meter) permanently attached
miniature cable. Its free end connects to the provided AT8539 power
module via a locking four-pin connector. The connector is also
compatible with all A-T UniPak body-pack transmitters. The output of
the power module is a three-pin XLRM-type connector.
The microphone requires 11V to 52V phantom power for operation. A
recessed switch in the power module permits the choice of flat
response or low-frequency roll-off (via the integral 80-Hz high-pass
UniSteep filter) to help control undesired ambient noise. The BP893
comes equipped with a power module, a cable clip, two windscreens, two
element covers, a moisture guard, a belt clip and a protective
carrying case. The microphone is available in both black and theater
beige.
The microphone is also available in a variety of wireless models,
including the BP893cW. The BP893cW includes a 55-inch (1.4-meter)
permanently attached miniature cable terminated with a locking
four-pin connector for use with Audio-Technica UniPak body-pack
transmitters. Models are also available in a variety of terminations
for use with many other manufacturers wireless systems (see below). No
power module or belt clip is included (or required) with the wireless
models. The wireless models dimensions, polar pattern and included
accessories are otherwise identical to those of the BP893.
Audio-Technicas BP893 and BP893-TH will be available in December 2010
at an MSRP of $479.00.
BP893 Wireless Units and Cable Terminations (Model numbers ending in
TH are beige)
BP893cW, BP893cW-TH Terminated with locking 4-pin connector for use
with A-T UniPak body-pack transmitters; $359.00 MSRP.
BP893cL4, BP893cL4-TH Terminated for Sennheiser wireless systems using
Lemo connector; $439.00 MSRP.
BP893cLM3, BP893cLM3-TH Terminated for Sennheiser wireless systems
using locking 3.5 mm connector; $379.00 MSRP.
BP893cT4, BP893cT4-TH Terminated for Shure wireless systems using
TA4F-type connector; $379.00 MSRP.
BP893cT5, BP893cT5-TH Terminated for Lectrosonics wireless systems
using TA5F-type connector; $379.00 MSRP.
BP893c, BP893c-TH Unterminated; $339.00 MSRP.
BP893 Specifications
Element Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Polar pattern Omnidirectional
Frequency response 20-20,000 Hz
Low frequency roll-off 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave (wired only)
Open circuit sensitivity -34 dB (19.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Impedance 245 ohms (wired only)
Maximum input sound level 114 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 3% T.H.D.
Dynamic range (typical) 88 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL (wired only)
Signal-to-noise ratio 68 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa*
Phantom power requirements 11-52V DC, 2 mA typical (wired only)
Current consumption 0.1 mA typical at 5V (wireless only)
Voltage range 2.5-11V (wireless only)
Switch Flat, roll-off (wired only)
Weight Microphone, boom & earpiece: 0.07 oz (2.0 g)
Power module (wired only): 3.0 oz (85 g)
Dimensions Microphone: 0.32" (8.1 mm) long, 0.10" (2.6 mm) diameter
Boom: 1.04" (26.4 mm) long, 0.04" (1.07 mm) diameter
Power module (wired only): 3.84" (97.6 mm) long, 0.74"
(18.9 mm) diameter
Output connector (power module) Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
Cable 55" (1.4 m) long (permanently attached to microphone),0.06" (1.6
mm) diameter, 2-conductor shielded cable with locking 4-pin connector
(wired and cW versions only)
Audio-Technica case style M31
Accessories furnished AT8539 power module (wired only); AT8440 cable clip; two
AT8157 windscreens; two AT8156 element covers; moisture guard; belt
clip (wired only); carrying case
For more information, please visit www.audio-technica.com.
