Description

The BP899 is a low-profile lavalier omnidirectional condenser with terminations for wired or wireless use. The microphones wide dynamic range and tolerance for high sound pressure levels ensures intelligible, natural-sounding audio thats ideal for use by stage and television talent, lecturers, and worship leaders. Low-sensitivity models are also available for theater use. The diaphragm opening is covered by an acoustically transparent, moisture-repellent protective mesh that delivers maximum frequency response and lasting performance.

An included resonance cap can be applied to the microphone to provide even greater intelligibility, and it is designed to direct sweat and other moisture away from the microphone. The two included windscreens each feature a clasp that secures the windscreen to the mic and prevents it from accidently falling off, which can be critical during active use of the microphone for performances or sports. If up-close, directional miking is needed, the BP898 with cardioid capsule is recommended.

The mics cable is made of a robust urethane elastomer that provides ultimate flexibility and strength, while resisting abrasion and moisture. The mic comes with a clothing clip that features two strain-relief points that isolate the mic from mechanical noise transferred over the cable.

Available wired and wireless models:

BP899 55″ (1.4 m) permanently attached cable terminated with a cH-style screw-down 4-pin connector; AT8545 power module (with 80 Hz high-pass filter) for phantom power; black.

BP899c 55″ (1.4 m) permanently attached cable (unterminated); no power module; black.

BP899c-TH same as BP899c but in “theater” color (beige).

BP899cH 55″ (1.4 m) permanently attached cable terminated with a screw-down 4-pin connector for use with Audio-Technica cH-style body-pack wireless transmitters; no power module; black.

BP899cH-TH same as BP899cH but in “theater” color (beige).

BP899cW 55″ (1.4 m) permanently attached cable terminated with a locking 4-pin connector for use with Audio-Technica cW-style body-pack wireless transmitters; no power module; black.

BP899cW-TH same as BP899cW but in “theater” color (beige).

BP899cT4 55″ (1.4 m) permanently attached cable terminated with TA4F-type connector for use with Shure wireless systems; black.

BP899cT4-TH same as BP899cT4, but in “theater” color (beige).

BP899Lc low-sensitivity version of BP899c; 55″ (1.4 m) permanently attached cable (unterminated); no power module; black.

BP899Lc-TH same as BP899Lc but in “theater” color (beige).

BP899LcH low-sensitivity version of BP899cH; 55″ (1.4 m) permanently attached cable terminated with a screw-down 4-pin connector for use with Audio-Technica cH-style body-pack wireless transmitters; no power module; black.

BP899LcH-TH same as BP899LcH but in “theater” color (beige).

BP899LcW low-sensitivity version of BP899cW; 55″ (1.4 m) permanently attached cable terminated with a locking 4-pin connector for use with Audio-Technica cW-style body-pack wireless transmitters; no power module; black.

BP899LcW-TH same as BP899cW but in “theater” color (beige).

BP899LcT4 low-sensitivity version of BP899cT4; 55″ (1.4 m) permanently attached cable terminated with TA4F-type connector for use with Shure wireless systems; no power module; black.

BP899LcT4-TH same as BP899LcT4, but in “theater” color (beige).

Features

• Maximum intelligibility and clean, accurate reproduction for vocalists, lecturers, stage and television talent, and worship leaders
• Low-profile design (a mere 5.3 mm in diameter) is ideal for applications requiring minimum visibility

• Urethane elastomer cable with a double-spiral shield wire provides ultimate flexibility, strength, and resistance to abrasion and moisture
• Open-diaphragm design with protective mesh that repels sweat and other moisture for maximum frequency response and lasting performance
• Included resonance caps can be applied to microphone to improve intelligibility
• Low-sensitivity models available for theater use or other high-SPL applications
• RoHS compliant free from all substances specified in the EU directive on hazardous substances
• The microphone capsule is housed in a rugged metal structure to shield the electronic circuitry from external electromagnetic noise
• The signal line of the cable is made of a high-durability CuSn (copper and tin) alloy that greatly enhances corrosion resistance and increases longevity
• Two included windscreens each feature a clasp that secures the windscreen to the mic, preventing it from blowing off in critical situations, such as at sporting events
• Clothing clip includes 16 distinct angle adjustments over 360 and two strain-relief clips for easy cable routing

Specifications

Element	Fixedcharge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Polar Pattern	Omnidirectional
Frequency Response	2020,000 Hz
Low Cut*	80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
Open Circuit Sensitivity	BP899: 42 dB (7.9 mV) (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) BP899L: 48 dB (3.9 mV) (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz)
Impedance*	250 ohms
Maximum Input Sound Level	BP899: 140 dB SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD) BP899L: 146 dB SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD)
Noise	BP899: 28 dB SPL (Aweighted) BP899L: 34 dB SPL (Aweighted)
Dynamic Range	112 dB (1 kHz at Max SPL)
Signal-To-Noise Ratio	BP899: 66 dB (1 kHz at 1 Pa, Aweighted) BP899L: 60 dB (1 kHz at 1 Pa, Aweighted)
Phantom Power Requirements*	11V52V DC, 2 mA
Switches*	Low cut: on/off
Weight	1.2 g (0.04 oz) (Microphone body)
Dimensions	17.5 mm (0.69″) long, 5.3 mm (0.21″) diameter (Microphone body)
Cable	1.4 m (4.6′)
Output Connector	Terminated with cWstyle locking 4pin connector Terminated with cHstyle screwdown 4pin connector Unterminated
Accessories Included	Clothing clip base (AT8461a, AT8461aTH) Windscreens (AT8151a, AT8151aTH) Resonance caps (AT8150a, AT8150aTH) Case

*Products with power modules