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Neumann BCM 104 mt Condenser Broadcast/Podcast Microphone (Matte Black)

BH #NEBCM104B • MFR #399007
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Neumann BCM 104 mt Condenser Broadcast/Podcast Microphone (Matte Black)
Key Features
  • Radio, Streaming, and Podcasting
  • Condenser Mic Capsule
  • Cardioid Polar Pattern
  • Up to 138 dB SPL
Specifically engineered to meet the needs of radio DJs, announcers, newscasters, talk-show hosts, podcasters, and streamers, the matte black Neumann BCM 104 mt Broadcast/Podcast Microphone is particularly well suited for local radio stations and small studios as well as demanding streaming and podcast applications. The BCM 104 mt has a tight cardioid pattern with excellent rejection of rearward sound. With an integrated pop screen and a switchable high-pass filter to compensate for the proximity effect, the microphone is ideal for speech reproduction at close range. A second switch allows the sensitivity to be reduced by 14 dB. This model features a matte black finish that's visually unobtrusive while looking classy, making the microphones ideal for on-camera YouTubers—and, of course, for anyone who prefers their studio equipment in black.
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Neumann BCM-104 Overview

Specifically engineered to meet the needs of radio DJs, announcers, newscasters, talk-show hosts, podcasters, and streamers, the matte black Neumann BCM 104 mt Broadcast/Podcast Microphone is particularly well suited for local radio stations and small studios as well as demanding streaming and podcast applications. The BCM 104 mt has a tight cardioid pattern with excellent rejection of rearward sound. With an integrated pop screen and a switchable high-pass filter to compensate for the proximity effect, the microphone is ideal for speech reproduction at close range. A second switch allows the sensitivity to be reduced by 14 dB. This model features a matte black finish that's visually unobtrusive while looking classy, making the microphones ideal for on-camera YouTubers—and, of course, for anyone who prefers their studio equipment in black.

Both the BCM 104 mt's capsule and the microphone are elastically suspended in order to provide protection from structure-borne noise and rumble. The foam pop screen protects the capsule from dirt, moisture, and nicotine. For increased hygiene, the head grille twists off easily for quick cleaning. The BCM 104 mt attaches to most standard microphone boom arms.

Condenser Capsule for Details and Nuances
  • The large-diaphragm condenser capsule of the BCM 104 mt captures each nuance of your voice without coloration or unwanted artifacts. The electronic circuit has an extremely low self-noise of only 7 dB-A and can handle enormous sound pressure levels of up to 138 dB without distortion.
  • The mic's balanced output operates transformerless to ensure minimal hum interference and high common-mode rejection against extraneous signals, e.g. from computer screens.
  • A subsonic filter suppresses frequencies below 20 Hz. For close speech operation, a switchable 100 Hz low-cut is available to compensate for the proximity effect. A second switch activates a –14 dB pre-attenuation to reduce the BCM 104’s output level for use with equipment designed for dynamic microphones (which typically have a much lower sensitivity than condenser microphones).
  • Both switches are hidden inside the microphone as the low cut and pre-attenuation options are usually selected only once, at setup.
B&H Virtual Mic Locker
This microphone is part of the B&H Virtual Mic Locker, an online tool to help our valued customers determine the sonic differences between popular microphones for podcasting and voice-over work. Each microphone was recorded using a Grace Design M103 preamp into a Presonus Quantum 2626 interface.
UPC: 615104395756

Neumann BCM-104 Specs

Key Specs
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
Pad, Low Cut/HPF
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
152 dB (with Pad)
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
Side Address
Controls
Pad, Low Cut/HPF
Pad
-14 dB
Filter & EQ
Low-Cut Filter: 100 Hz
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
152 dB (with Pad)
Equivalent Noise Level
18 dB (CCIR)
7 dB (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
48 V
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting Thread Size
3/8"-16 Female
Dimensions
H: 4.3 x W: 2.5 x L: 3.3" / H: 110 x W: 64 x L: 85 mm
Weight
1.1 lb / 500 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.855 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.45 x 4.85 x 4.85"

Neumann BCM-104 Reviews

Awesome, as it should be

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-05-19

This is the finest mic I have used over a long career. When you buy a Neumann you expect excellence and this mic does not disappoint. I highly recommend combining it with a OC White Ultima desktop mic boom arm for ideal flexibility. I am using a Sound Design MixPre 3 to go from XLR to USB C (Yeah, overkill, but I have the unit). Highly recommend. Certainly a costly condenser mic, but I can imagining using this for many years to come.

Nothing but the Best

By Gregory
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-09-29

Neumann makes great stuff all around and this microphone does not disappoint. Clear, crisp, and great sound pattern. Highly recommend for anything with vocals.

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