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Skipper Tip: Avoid Signal Loss with enCORE 200

BlueMic — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 15:09:39 +0000

Worried about signal loss with your live mic on long cable runs? Not an issue with enCORE 200.

The enCORE 200 can be thought of as your own personal security guard to protect you from inconsistent sound. The unique circuitry in this phantom powered dynamic live microphone stabilizes the tone and avoids any signal loss do to long cable runs. Your focus can now be on your performance, knowing that from show to show your sound is secure.

–Skipper Wise

Founder | President

Skipper’s Tip: Capture bass frequencies with the enCORE 200

BlueMic — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:32:47 +0000

Did you know? The enCORE 200 is incredible in handling loud bass frequencies that could muddy up a live performance. Its ability to handle loud SPL (sound pressure level) makes it the perfect mic for kick drums, tom toms and bass amplifiers.

Tips for great bass sound:

Don’t forget to put on the phantom power, the active circuit helps create the smooth response need in this application.

Place the microphone closes to the signal source. Don’t be afraid to get right on top of the amplifier or drum, the enCORE 200 will not distort. This way there is little bleed through in the mix.

EQ to your liking adding or subtracting the frequencies that help blend the mix of your live performance.

Skipper’s Tip: Why Blue’s new Drum Kit Kit is the only way to get big drum sounds

BlueMic — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:04:04 +0000

The Blue Pro Drum Kit Kit is a microphone kit including two of Blue’s Dragonfly microphones and a Mouse microphone, strategically composed for professional drum recording. Inspired by the legendary three-mic technique for recording drums made famous by bands like The Who, The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin and professional engineers, the Pro Drum Kit Kit offers the Blue Microphones trio for achieving this sought-after sound.

This is your one-stop solution for getting the legendary 3-mic technique recording, but why is this the best way to get the best sound? Blue’s Microphones’ founder Skipper Wise explains -

“The unique sonic signature of the Dragonfly was created by boosting the upper bass frequencies at 100-150hz to help thicken up thin signal sources. This character coupled with a slightly depressed mid range at 400hz and an extended top end at 12-15kHz, helps cymbals to be recorded with a live and present rich timbre. The rotating grill which house the Blue hand tuned large diaphragm condenser capsule can be positioned for the optimum placement with ease.

Filling in the deeper bass frequencies, the Mouse microphone takes on the chore of handling loud signal sources (SPL) such as the kick drum. Known for its durability in the recording environment, the Mouse is as versatile as it looks with its shockmounted rotating head.

These three microphones complete the sonic spectrum needed in producing a full-bodied, live recording session for the most discerning drummer and engineer.”

Blue Pro Drum Kit Kit