Announcement In these days of integration of audio and video, we responded to the need of small, relatively invisible, yet ultra high quality microphones. Next to the CCM-65, compact omni-directional microphone that we announced earlier this month, we also introduce this 'boundary layer' microphone, which also makes use of the same renowned capsule of the RCM-402. This microphone is suited for placement on the floor or on the wall. Due to the boundary layer principle, which will be explained in more detail in the documentation for this product, the noise level is even 6dB lower than the RCM-402, and the microphone has a very distinctive and unique polar pattern. We found this pattern, which can most easily be described as a large circle laying on the ground around the microphone, in the shape of a thick 'sausage', to be very suitable for surround 'back' channels. The frequency response rolls gradually of from 10kHz, also due to the principle of a microphone on a large surface, and the polar pattern of two BLM channels gives a rather unique, diffuse 'stereo' image, which proves to be ideal for acoustic surround channels. Also for placement on stages at live performances the BLM-21 will be very useful. The BLM-21 will be available from January 1st 2006. We will keep you informed on definitive pricing. |