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The Kiwi combines painstaking craftsmanship with unparalleled performance, delivering a sound that sets it apart from the crowd. Vocals, acoustic instruments, pianos, drums and virtually anything else will take on a life of their own. (BLMKIWI) 24-48 hrs $1,999.99
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Kiwi Solid State Microphone

Key Features:

  • Nine-pattern condenser-cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-8 with variable settings in between
  • Class A discrete amplifier circuit
  • Blue's famous hand-built B6 large-diaphragm capsule
  • Modern tone with a smooth extended top end with nine different pattern selections for tremendous versatility
  • Integrated capsule shockmounting
  • Hand-tuned and tested

Includes:

  • Cherry wood storage box
  • The Shock, Blue's elastic shockmount

Suggested Applications:

  • Male Vocals, Female Vocals, Modern Acoustic Piano & Drum Overheads
 
Transducer Type Condenser, Pressure Gradient  

The transformerless Kiwi is at the top of Blue's solid-state microphone line. This Class A discrete large diaphragm condenser features nine different polar patterns and our precision double-backplate B6 capsule. It includes with its own custom-designed shockmount and is housed in a handsome cherrywood box. The Kiwi combines painstaking craftsmanship with unparalleled performance, delivering a sound that sets it apart from the crowd. Vocals, acoustic instruments, pianos, drums and virtually anything else will take on a life of their own when touched by the sweet sound of the Kiwi.

Polar pattern Multipattern
Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity 19.0 mV/Pa at 1kHz (1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
Output Impedance 50Ω
Rated Load Impedance Not less than 1kΩ
Max SPL 138 dB SPL (2.5kΩ, 0.5% THD)
S/N Ratio 85.5 dB-A (IEC 651)
Noise Level 8.5 dB-A (IEC 651)
Dynamic Range 129.5 db (@ 2.5kΩ)
Power Requirement +48 DC Phantom Power (IEC 268-15)
Power Weight 880g
Dimensions 220mm x 60mm

 

 

 
Warranty: 3 Year Manufacturer Warranty
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