Avant Electronics BV-1 Microphone Details

Avant Electronics BV-1 Microphone offers premium sonic performance and flexibility at a stunningly affordable price. The beautiful BV-1 has a “Retro/Butter-Cream” finish with polished Nickel trim that exudes elegance that is equaled by the audio performance.

A low-noise, hand selected 6072A tube is used as well as premium grade capacitors and resistors in order to provide the professional engineer an incredible microphone. The 34mm / 3 micron dual capsule assembly offers exceptional sensitivity with a very open, rich texture . Plenty of smooth, airy top end without being “edgy” or harsh.

A custom design “USA MADE” CineMag output transformer was developed because of its rich, yet linear output. Design, Final Assembly, and QC testing done with care in Sunny Southern California, USA ! Finally…. A Beautiful, affordable “boutique mic “ that rivals the performance of a vintage mic!

Avant Electronics BV-1 Microphone Includes

• AVANTONE BV-1 Multi-Pattern Valve Microphone
• Padded/Plush Lined Wooden Microphone Box
• Vintage Style Power Supply with 9 selectable patterns
• Custom Nickel plated Pop Filter (Detachable)
• Custom "Retro - Style" Shock Mount
• 5/8”- 3/8” stand adapter insert
• 15’ Gotham GAC-7 Custom Mic Cable with Premium Nickel Switchcraft XLR connectors
• Packaged in a Tweed & Alligator Trim - Retro Styled, plush-lined Carrying Case

Avant Electronics BV-1 Microphone Specifications

• Output Impedance: <200 Ohms / transformer isolated
• Maximum SPL: 134dB (0.5% THD @1000Hz) 144dB with pad engaged
• Frequency Response: 25Hz-20KHz
• Equivalent noise level : <18dB (A-weighted IEC 268-4)
• S/N Ratio: 78dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
• Sensitivity: -35dBV
• Output Connector: Male XLR 7 pin
• Tube Type: Select Low-Noise Russian 6072A
• Finish: Polished Nickel trim / Glossy Butter-Cream Body
• Weight: 1.3 kgs / 46 oz.
• Dimensions: 10"(250mm) Long x 2.5” (63mm) wide BODY / 75mm (3”) GRILL
• High-Pass Switch
• 80 Hz 6dB/octave Switch
• Attenuation Switch
• -10dB Switch