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Countryman B3 Omnidirectional Lavalier Mic, Standard Sens, with Hardwired 3-Pin XLR Connector (Black)

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Countryman B3 Omnidirectional Lavalier Mic, Standard Sens, with Hardwired 3-Pin XLR Connector (Black)
Key Features
  • For Theater, Live & Studio Use
  • Hardwired 3-Pin XLR Connection
  • 20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response
  • Includes 3 Capsule Protection Grids
The black B3 Omnidirectional Lavalier Mic, Standard Sens, with Hardwired 3-Pin XLR Connector from Countryman is a water-resistant, miniature lavalier microphone for capturing high-quality audio. It can be used in a variety of applications such as a tie-clip lavalier in interviews, a hair-hidden mic for drama, a water-resistant mic for water sports and hurricane reporting, or simply a small mic to hide in a prop flower vase.
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Does this mic have the W4 or W5 sensitivity?
Asked by: Anonymous
One of best ENG mic
Answered by: K M.
Date published: 2018-08-27

I have this mic with XLR connector, I would need ...

I have this mic with XLR connector, I would need to change it to 3.5mm Locking Connector in order to use it with my rode Wireless Transmitter. Is it possible? How?
Asked by: Luciano
This microphone need 48v and that only runs through XLR cables, the best thing to do in this case is to try to get the same microphone with a 3.5mm without a locking pin to work with the Rode Go systems.
Answered by: leticia
Date published: 2021-03-01

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Do B&H stock the W4 12mV/Pa version of the Countryman B3 mic?
Asked by: Simon E.
The W4 sensitivity B3 are available for most wireless brand transmitters. These are the 12 mV/Pa versions. For hardwired versions these are labeled as P4 sensitivity. http://bhpho.to/29juBT7. For assistance in selecting the proper model, please contact a Sales Representative at 800-606-6969 or email audio@bandh.com.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Does this mic have a regular full-size 3-pin XLR ...

Does this mic have a regular full-size 3-pin XLR connector? (like the Sony ECM-4B)
Asked by: lorenzo
Yes, the Countryman B3 Omnidirectional Lavalier Mic, Standard Sens, with Hardwired 3-Pin XLR Connector (Black) uses a full sized 3-Pin XLR connector.
Answered by: Alex D
Date published: 2025-05-13

Is it fully compatible with Tascam DR-40 ?

Is it fully compatible with Tascam DR-40 ?
Asked by: Michael
Yes, this is compatible with a Tascam DR-40. Please make sure to turn on the 48v phantom power in order to run the microphone.
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2020-11-20

question

how long is the cable from mic to xlr connection? What is the XLR connection, male or female?
Asked by: Albert M.
The cable is quite long. About 4-5 feet. I often put the end on the ground while my interviewee is sitting.The connection is like any other mic. It goes into a recorder or other XLR cable extension. they are all the same.
Answered by: Trevor W.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Can it be plugged in Tascam DR-40 without any ...

Can it be plugged in Tascam DR-40 without any additional adapters ?
Asked by: Michael
No additional adapters are needed to plug this into a DR-40.
Answered by: James Cruz
Date published: 2022-01-22

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Will it work well with a kopul adapter to plug straight into a dslr?
Asked by: Henry W.
The Countryman B3 with XLR connection will require phantom power which is unable to be passed to the mic when using an adapter such as the Kopul.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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