Audio-Technica Debuts BP28 and BP28L Line + Gradient Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphones

Audio-Technica is launching its new BP28 14-inch (355.6 mm) and BP28L 22.4-inch (569 mm) Line+ Gradient Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphones. Offering a 153dB maximum SPL (with 10db pad) and extremely tight polar patterns, exceptionally low noise levels and a patented acoustic port design that maintains directionality across the entire frequency range, these shotgun microphones are specially designed to meet the needs of broadcast, film, television, outdoor recording and theater applications.
 
Audio-Technica is familiar to all audio engineers working in large sport events such as the Olympics and broadcast production in general, an area where the company’s shotguns are among the top choices. These two new microphones combine a large-diaphragm condenser element with a 28mm diameter shotgun design for exceptional low-noise performance. 

Particularly suitable for long-distance miking for audio acquisition for film or professional broadcast, the BP28 and BP28L offer a highly directional pickup pattern, with the BP28L’s pattern being exceptionally narrow. They provide a flat frequency response and exceptionally low noise levels (BP28: 8dB; BP28L: 3dB) and transformer-coupled outputs that produce a smooth sonic character. 

Both the BP28 and BP28L feature fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser elements, with extremely high sensitivity (BP28: -28dBV; BP28L: -23dBV), wide dynamic range (135dB), and high-SPL capability (BP28: 143dB; BP28L: 138dB). Both microphones are equipped with a switchable 80Hz high-pass filter and 10dB pad. The mics’ rugged housing is made of lightweight, structural-grade aluminum alloy and the output connector is an integral 3-pin XLR-M type.

Audio-Technica supplies carrying cases, windscreen (BP28: AT8170, BP28L: AT8169), holder (AT8470), stand adapter (3/8”-5/8”), carrying case with the microphones.
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