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Countryman I2 Cardioid Bass & Cello Microphone for Hardwired XLR (High Gain, Black)

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Countryman I2 Cardioid Bass & Cello Microphone for Hardwired XLR (High Gain, Black)
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Countryman I2 Overview

The I2 flute microphone has been engineered from the ground up for smooth frequency response, low noise, and precise polar patterns with deep nulls and natural on- and off-axis response. Its tiny size makes it perfect for distance miking that is invisible on camera. Flexible close miking techniques are aided by Countryman's flute mount, an extremely low-profile mount which brings the microphone close for excellent pickup and isolation.

Countryman I2 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Instrument-Mount
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
No
Frequency Response
50 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB (1 kHz)
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Instrument-Mount
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
Side or End Address
Controls
No
Pad
No
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
50 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB (1 kHz)
Sensitivity
-56.5 dBV/Pa (1 kHz, Min Gain)
-40 dBV/Pa (1 kHz, Max Gain)
Equivalent Noise Level
38 dB (A-Weighted, Typical)
20 dB (A-Weighted, Max)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Cable Length
5' / 1.5 m
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
6.0 to 50.0 V (Phantom Power)
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting Thread Size
Included Mount Has No Threading
Dimensions
H: 0.4 x W: 0.3 x L: 0.1" / 10.5 x W: 7 x L: 3.5 mm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.57 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.25 x 5 x 1.5"

Countryman I2 Reviews

Great instrument isolation

By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-30

I have used several different mics to mic a flute in a loud band and the leakage from the drums usually competes with the flute. With the i2, that is over for me. Our flute player was a few feet from the drum kit and was barely picking up drums. The caridod is the way to go. The tonal quality is outstanding. It comes with a cork lined clip but it still picks up the valve noise in between songs if your musician is fiddling with them. It is very noticeable. While playing, I had no problem getting plenty of gain out of the flute. Used with ULXD1 beltpack. I am very happy with this mic.

Flute kit mic

By Pierre
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-04

Mike is working on phantom power. It sounds great and the flute kit is working good.

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