Subminiature Omnidirectional Condenser Lavalier Microphone

BP899

Overview

BP899

The BP899 is a low-profile lavalier omnidirectional condenser with terminations for wired or wireless use. The microphone’s wide dynamic range and tolerance for high sound pressure levels ensures intelligible, natural-sounding audio that’s 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 mic’s 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).

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

Microphones
Element	Fixed‐charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Polar Pattern	Omnidirectional
Frequency Response	20‐20,000 Hz
Low Frequency Roll Off	80 Hz, 18 dB/octave (wired only)
Open Circuit Sensitivity	-42 dB (7.9 mV) (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz)
Impedance	250 ohms
Maximum Input Sound Level	140 dB SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD)
Noise	28 dB SPL (A-weighted)
Dynamic Range	112 dB (1 kHz at Max SPL)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	66 dB (1 kHz at 1 Pa, A-weighted)
Phantom Power Requirements	11V‐52V DC, 2 mA (wired only)
Switches	Low cut: on/off
Weight	1.2 g (0.04 oz) (Microphone body)
Cable	1.4 m (4.6')
Dimensions	17.5 mm (0.69") long, 5.3 mm (0.21") diameter (Microphone body)
Output Connector	Terminated with cW-style locking 4-pin connector, terminated with cH-style screw-down 4-pin connector, unterminated
Accessories Included	Clothing clip base (AT8461a, AT8461a-TH), Windscreens (AT8151a, AT8151a-TH), Resonance caps (AT8150a, AT8150a-TH), Case, Power Module (wired only) (AT8545)

Downloads

BP899 User Manual

BP899 Specification Sheet