AVANTONE BV-1 Multi-Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone + Shock Mount + Wooden Box + Retro Case + 6 meter XLR Lead

AVANTONE BV-1 Multi-Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone + Shock Mount + Wooden Box + Retro Case + 6 meter XLR Lead

The AVANTONE “Buttercream (B-series)” mics from AVANT ELECTRONICS are designed to offer premium professional performance. They will meet or surpass the performance and specifications of much higher priced mics. As all ways... we strive to offer true value at every price point and invite sonic comparisons to higher priced mics.

The AVANTONE BV-1 is truly a gorgeous looking and sounding microphone. The design, character and performance is comparable to some of the finest vintage tube mics of the 1950’s & 1960’s…but at a fraction of their cost!

Our rugged BV-1 microphone body and capsule assembly are precision machined of BRASS.

Aesthetically, it features an elegant Retro-Butter-Cream finish, accented with polished nickel trim and grill.

The transformer coupled tube circuitry offers a modern-day, affordable  solution to the desire to capture  the character of  famous European and American  vintage designs.

Rear vents aid in stabilizing internal temperature to help secure tube longevity

Any studio can proudly offer the BV-1 as a primary Vocal mic…It exudes class visually as well as sonically.

Manufactured using  premium grade resistors and capacitors along with precision machined brass structural components that yield a very solid feel, superb sonic integrity and rugged reliability.

The versatile BV-1 mic is able to produce professional results with an open,  warm, pleasing sonic character.

The included Custom Retro Shockmount is superb in allowing a precise positioning of the mic while inhibiting the transfer of unwanted vibrations up into the mic.

9-Pattern Tube Microphone w/ 34mm gold sputtered thin Mylar capsule assembly

-10dB pad  &  80 Hz LF roll off switches

Uses Include: Vocals, Acoustic guitar, mandolin, drum overheads, percussion, piano mic, etc

The AVANTONE “B-Series” BV-1 Microphone offers premium sonic performance and flexibility at a stunningly affordable price.

The beautiful BV-1 has a “Retro/Butter-Cream” finish with polished Nickel trim that exudes elegance that is equaled by the audio performance.

A low-noise, hand selected 6072A tube is used as well as premium grade capacitors and resistors in order to provide the professional engineer an incredible microphone.

The edge-terminated, custom designed & voiced 34mm / 3 micron dual capsule assembly offers exceptional sensitivity with a very open, rich texture . Plenty of smooth, airy top end without being “edgy” or harsh.

A custom design “USA MADE” CineMag output transformer was developed  because of its rich, yet linear output.

Design, Final Assembly, and QC testing  done with care in Sunny Southern California, USA !

Finally…. A Beautiful, affordable “boutique mic “ that rivals the performance of a vintage mic!

    Set Includes :

AVANTONE BV-1 Multi-Pattern Valve Microphone

Padded/Plush Lined Wooden Microphone Box

Vintage Style Power Supply with 9 selectable patterns

Custom Nickel plated Pop Filter (Detachable)

Custom "Retro - Style" Shock Mount

5/8”- 3/8” stand adapter insert

15’ Gotham GAC-7 Custom Mic Cable with Premium Nickel Switchcraft XLR connectors

Packaged in a Tweed & Faux  Alligator Trim - Retro Styled, plush-lined  Carrying Case



Output Impedance:

<200 Ohms / transformer isolated

Maximum SPL :

134dB (0.5% THD @1000Hz) 144dB with pad engaged

Frequency Response: 25Hz-20KHz

Equivalent noise level :

<18dB  (A-weighted IEC 268-4)

S/N Ratio:

78dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)

Sensitivity:

-35dBV

Output Connector:

Male XLR 7 pin

Included Accessories:

Power Supply, Padded  Wooden Mic Box, Shockmount , Custom Designed Tweed road case , Removable metal pop filter, 15’ Gotham GAC-7 Tube Mic Cable

Tube Type:

Select Low-Noise Russian 6072A

High-Pass Switch

80 Hz 6dB/octave Switch

Attenuation Switch

-10dB Switch

Finish:

Polished Nickel trim / Glossy Butter-Cream Body

Weight (BV-1 Mic Only):

1.3 kgs / 46 oz.

Weight (in case): 25 Lbs (11.15 kgs)

Dimensions (Microphone):

10"(250mm) Long x 2.5” (63mm) wide BODY / 75mm (3”) GRILL

Dimensions of Product Case: 23" x 7.5" x 17"

 GB Pounds


 

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