{"product_id":"blue-bottle-condenser-microphone-interchangeable-capsule-series","title":"Blue Bottle Condenser Microphone Interchangeable Capsule Series","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"product\"\u003eBlue Bottle Interchangeable Capsule Series\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"details\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"description\"\u003eThe Bottle is Blue's flagship recording tool and its highest achievement in quality and innovation. It combines low noise and superb transient response integrated with the Bottle Caps interchangeable capsules. In an instant, the bayonet-mounted caps can be exchanged to provide different tonal characteristics and pickup patterns while the included power supply remains on. The amplifier circuit of the Bottle is a thoroughly modern homage to the past, with a design utilizing a single hand-selected EF86 pentode vaccuum tube in triode mode. With hand-assembled custom components found throughout, the Bottle is the definition of craftsmanship. It provides the ultimate recording experience for any application.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for the most discerning recordists, the Interchangeable Capsule series contains microphones capable of providing a wide palette of tonal characteristics and pickup patterns to satisfy even the most discriminating tastes. The series integrates the best of Blue's discrete Class A circuitry with a unique and revolutionary system of interchangeable capsules that provide the engineer a wide range of potential tonal characteristics. This series is employed in the world's most respected studios, and is recognized by industry insiders as the world's premiere microphone system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-content-mobile=\"Flagship Tube Microphone with Interchangable Capsules\"\u003eFLAGSHIP TUBE MICROPHONE FEATURING\u003cbr class=\"hidden-xs hidden-sm\"\u003eINTERCHANGABLE CAPSULES FOR TOTAL VERSATILITY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row no-padding-xs\" id=\"intro\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-60 col-sm-60 col-md-60 col-lg-60 black bottom-spaced-sm hero-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-offset-7 col-xs-46 col-sm-offset-4 col-sm-52 col-md-offset-0 col-md-60 col-lg-offset-0 col-lg-60\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-content-mobile=\"THE PINNACLE OF MIC INNOVATION\"\u003eTHE HIGHEST ACHIEVEMENT IN MICROPHONE INNOVATION\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-content-mobile=\"The Bottle stands alongside the most iconic recording mics of the 20th century, blending modern technology with the soul of legendary vintage microphones to deliver a unique voice of its own. And its system of nine interchangeable mic capsules offers limitless versatility and unparalleled tone for recording any sound source.\"\u003eThe Bottle stands alongside the most iconic recording mics of the 20th century, adding a much-welcomed new voice to a traditional tone palette that had remained largely unchanged for decades. It’s an artisanal blend that combines the best of both modern and vintage electronics with the soul and character of legendary microphones to deliver a unique voice of its own. And with a system of nine interchangeable mic capsules that offer unique pickup patterns and tone personalities, Bottle is an unmatched studio solution for recording any sound source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-content-mobile=\"The Bottle stands alongside the most iconic recording mics of the 20th century, blending modern technology with the soul of legendary vintage microphones to deliver a unique voice of its own. And its system of nine interchangeable mic capsules offers limitless versatility and unparalleled tone for recording any sound source.\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"600\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wPTyvcsarkg\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"white\"\u003eAN ENTIRE MIC LOCKER IN ONE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"white\" data-content-mobile=\"Bottle features a series of nine interchangeable Bottle Caps that delivers distinct pickup patterns and tonal characteristics to suit any instrument or recording style. Simply swap between capsules to experiment with new sounds or layer tracks for lush sonic textures, instantly.\"\u003eBottle isn’t just a microphone—it’s a complete microphone system that features nine interchangeable mic capsules. Each of these nine Bottle Caps delivers a distinct pickup pattern and tonal characteristic to suit any instrument, vocalist, ensemble, or recording style. Bottle’s simple bayonet-mount lets you swap between capsules effortlessly—without turning off the power supply—so you can experiment with new sounds or layer tracks for lush sonic textures, instantly. No warm-up. No downtime. Just pure, uninterrupted performance so you can stay in the creative flow of your session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"white\"\u003ePREMIUM COMPONENTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"white\"\u003eWith its impressive size and nostalgic resemblance to the earliest European tube microphones, Bottle radiates a gravitas that inspires once-in-a-lifetime performances. Like the mics of yesteryear, the Bottle body isn’t just for looks, but also holds a small fortune in precision electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"white\"\u003eBottle’s internal circuitry is thoroughly modern, with a fully discrete Class A tube circuit powered by a hand-selected EF86 pentode vacuum tube in triode mode for distinctive warmth and saturation. The hand-wound transformer—made of silver wire around nickel plates—delivers precision and accuracy due to the high conductivity that silver offers. Bottle utilizes electronic components of tthe highest quality (such as expensive metal-film resistors), with absolutely zero pad or low-cut filter switches in the microphone circuit. In short, this is a signal path of the highest possible quality, allowing you to get the maximum benefit out of the unprecedented capsule selection we’ve created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"white\" data-content-mobile=\"Bottle features a series of nine interchangeable Bottle Caps that delivers distinct pickup patterns and tonal characteristics to suit any instrument or recording style. Simply swap between capsules to experiment with new sounds or layer tracks for lush sonic textures, instantly.\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"white\"\u003eAND TO CAP IT OFF…\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"white\" data-content-mobile=\"Every Bottle comes with our signature B6 large-diaphragm dual-backplate cardioid capsule. It delivers larger-than-life sound with enhanced lows and extended highs perfect for recording vocals, percussion, and guitars. And you can easily modify your tone by swapping the B6 for any Bottle Cap to achieve any sound imaginable.\"\u003eEvery Bottle microphone comes with our signature B6 large-diaphragm dual-backplate cardioid capsule. B6 holds the honored title of the “Blue Standard” and delivers larger than life sound with enhanced lows and extended high frequency response. It’s the ideal capsule for recording lead and background vocals, percussion, and guitars—all with detailed sonic dimension and character. And when you want to modify the tone and sonic signature of your Bottle, just swap the B6 for one of the interchangeable Bottle Caps to achieve any sound imaginable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"white\"\u003ePOWER STREAM POWER SUPPLY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"white\" data-content-mobile=\"The Power Stream delivers extremely consistent power to the Bottle and helps you fine-tune your sound. Everything from military grade potentiometer switches to precision diodes are engineered to provide the purest signal possible.\"\u003eThe Power Stream is more than a precision-engineered power supply that delivers clean, extremely consistent power to the Bottle. It’s also an innovative and creative tool for fine-tuning the Bottle’s sound. Both the heater and the plate voltages are ultra-stable and non-dependent on AC changes of fluctuations. For AC rectification, the Power Stream uses only high-frequency diodes to obtain the purest DC possible. And most importantly, the plate voltage supply is of low impedance, which improves sonics and clarity. All the potentiometer switches on the Power Stream are discrete military grade with enclosed contacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"white no-bottom-space-md\"\u003ePOWER STREAM SENSITIVITY KNOB\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"light-gold text-center-sm\"\u003eFINE-TUNE YOUR CAPSULE PERFORMANCE\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"white\"\u003eThe Power Stream offers a nine-step sensitivity knob that allows you to determine precisely the right polarization voltage to achieve your desired sound. Rotate the switch counter-clockwise to tame an edgy sound source. Or rotate clockwise to increase the sensitivity and drive the capsule harder to add vibrancy and richness to quieter performers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"white\"\u003eEach of the Bottle Caps respond differently to the various sensitivity settings, so when combined, the Bottle takes on a nearly infinite sonic palette. With a range of minus 6dB to plus 4dB of sensitivity, the 9 positions offer an opportunity to dial in the sweet spot and customize the sound of the Bottle to perfectly capture the unique sonics and character of your vocalist or instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"white\"\u003eTHE LEGACY STARTS HERE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"white\" data-content-mobile=\"Define your sound with the mic that changed everything. The world’s most elite studios and artists rely on Blue microphones to craft their iconic sounds. Bottle is designed and hand-built in the USA, and delivers our heritage for superior studio-grade audio and inspiring design.\"\u003eThe Bottle’s release announced a new standard for pro-audio design innovation and performance—the Blue standard. Now the world’s most elite studios and top artists rely on Blue microphones to craft and memorialize their iconic sounds. Bottle is designed and hand-built in the USA, and delivers our heritage for superior studio-grade audio and inspiring design. Define your sound with the mic that changed everything—The Bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row product-section bg white no-top-padding-xs bottom-spaced-sm\" id=\"full-features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-offset-5 col-xs-50 col-sm-offset-7 col-sm-46 col-md-offset-2 col-md-56 col-lg-offset-4 col-lg-52\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"gold text-center-md larger\"\u003eFULL FEATURES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully discrete Class A tube circuit with EF86 vacuum tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfinite tonal variation with interchangeable Bottle Caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded B6 Bottle Cap provides larger-than-life vocal and instrument sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-change bayonet capsule mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower Stream Tube Mic power supply with variable capsule sensitivity dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue velvet-lined ATA flight case for secure portability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row top-spaced-xs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-offset-2 col-xs-56 col-sm-offset-2 col-sm-56 col-md-offset-1 col-md-58 col-lg-offset-1 col-lg-58\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row product-section bg white bottom-padded-xs bottom-spaced-sm bottom-spaced-md bottom-padded-lg\" id=\"technical-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-offset-5 col-xs-50 col-sm-offset-7 col-sm-46 col-md-offset-4 col-md-52 col-lg-offset-6 col-lg-44\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"gold larger\"\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransducer Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vacuum Tube Condenser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolar Patterns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Various (Capsule-dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20Hz – 20kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20.0 mV\/Pa at 1kHz (1Pa = 94dB SPL) w\/B6 Capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated Load Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not less than 1kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum SPL:\u003c\/strong\u003e 134 dB SPL (2.5kΩ, 0.5% THD) w\/B6 Capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS\/N Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 56.5 dB-A (IEC 651) w\/B6 Capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNoise Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 dB-A (IEC 651) w\/B6 Capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 126.5dB (@2.5kΩ) w\/B6 Capsule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottle Power Supple Unit 115\/230 VAC, 50\/60 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1700g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 390mm x 90mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Blue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31065046097,"sku":"114432","price":5999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1641\/1633\/products\/bot9.jpg?v=1489542247","url":"https:\/\/studio-senter.myshopify.com\/products\/blue-bottle-condenser-microphone-interchangeable-capsule-series","provider":"Studio Senter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}