Neumann BCM 104 Black
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Essential Information About the Neumann BCM 104 Broadcast Microphone
Essential Information About the Neumann BCM 104 Broadcast Microphone
- Large diaphragm condenser microphone optimized for spoken voice, with transformerless circuitry for a direct sound and very low noise.
- Integrated pop filter and mechanical protection against handling noise for clean close-up recordings in radio, streaming, and podcasting.
- Precise cardioid polar pattern offering excellent off-axis rejection and natural focus on the source.
- High SPL handling: 138 dB SPL (up to 152 dB with pre-attenuation), phantom power +48 V.
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The Condenser Reference Within the BCM Range
Designed for radio studios and content creators, the BCM 104 synthesizes Neumann's sonic aesthetic in a broadcast format. As the heir to the brand's studio microphone standards, it brings a more detailed and open reproduction than a dynamic model to the world of broadcasting and podcasting, while maintaining the ergonomics essential for high-turnover environments.
Who Is This Microphone For?
The BCM 104 targets hosts, columnists, voice-over artists, streamers, and podcasters seeking a "ready-to-mix" vocal presence with minimal editing. Its wideband response and cardioid directivity make it ideal on a boom arm, in a booth, or home studio, even in rooms with limited acoustic treatment.
Features Designed for Voice
Clarity and Focus
The large diaphragm electrostatic capsule, specially developed for speech, captures timbre nuances and ensures excellent intelligibility. The pressure-gradient transducer maintains low-frequency consistency during close-up use.
Handling Plosives and Unwanted Noise
The integrated pop filter effectively reduces explosive consonants, while the shock protection limits handling and structural noise, essential for live situations.
Quiet Electronics
The transformerless circuitry delivers a clean, fast, and transparent signal with a wide dynamic range to handle level variations from a presenter or guest without distortion.
Technical specifications
| Frequency response - start | 20 Hz | Capsule | Large Diaphragm |
| Frequency response - end | 20 kHz | Connection | XLR |
| Category | studio microphone | Color | Black |
| Directivity | cardioid | ||
| Type | Large diaphragm studio condenser microphone | Max. sound pressure level (k < 0.5%) with pre-attenuation | 152 dB SPL |
| Acoustic principle | Pressure-gradient transducer | Electronics | Transformerless circuits for direct sound and low noise |
| Polar pattern | Cardioid | Phantom power | +48 V required |
| Frequency range | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | Dimensions (diameter x length x height) | 64 x 85 x 110 mm |
| Max. sound pressure level (k < 0.5%) | 138 dB SPL | Weight | 500 g |
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Questions frequently asked
Does the Neumann BCM 104 Black require phantom power?
Phantom power of +48 V is required. Connection is made via XLR to a compatible preamplifier or interface.
Is this microphone suitable for podcasting and voice-over?
Its large-diaphragm condenser capsule is designed for speech. The cardioid polar pattern helps focus on the voice when used on an articulated arm or in a booth. The built-in pop filter reduces plosive sounds during close recordings.
How does the BCM 104 limit plosives?
The integrated pop filter attenuates plosives, while the shock mount reduces handling and structural noise.
What is the maximum sound pressure level this microphone can handle?
The maximum sound pressure level reaches 138 dB SPL at less than 0.5% distortion. With pre-attenuation, this value increases to 152 dB SPL.
What are the dimensions and weight of the microphone?
Measuring 64 x 85 x 110 mm and weighing 500 g, this black microphone easily integrates into a broadcast setup on an articulated arm.
