Blue Microphones Mouse Microphone User Manual


 
Technical Data
Microphones
Acoustical operating principal
Directional Pattern
Frequency range
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm
Rated impedance
Rated load impedance
S/N ratio CCIR468-3
S/N ratio DIN/IEC 651
Noise level DIN/IEC 651
Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%
Dyn. range of the mic amplifier
Supply voltage
Weight
Dimensions (mm)
Blueberry
Cardioid
20mV/Pa
150ohms
75dB
86dB-A
8dB-A
133dB
95dB
520g
235x50x30
Mouse
Cardioid
21mV/Pa
150ohms
76dB
87dB-A
7dB-A
134dB
96dB
980g
165x65
Dragonfly
Cardioid
21mV/Pa
50ohms
76dB
87dB-A
7dB-A
132dB
96dB
630g
165x60
Kiwi
19mV/Pa
150ohms
76dB
87dB-A
8dB-A
133dB
95dB
880g
220x60
Cactus
18mV/Pa
150ohms
71dB
82dB-A
10dB-A
130dB
97dB
800g
230x50x30
Bottle
(w/B6)
20mV/Pa
200ohms
76dB
87dB-A
7,5dB-A
134dB
98dB
1700g
390x90
Pressure gradient
20Hz – 20KHz
Not less than 1kohms
48V phantom powered Power Supply 9610
multipattern Cardioid
In keeping with our policy of continued product improvement, Baltic Latvian Universal Electronics (BLUE)
reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice.
ongratulations on your purchase of the the BLUE Mouse,
a classic modern microphone made the old-fashioned way,
without compromise. The unique rotating capsule (also
utilized on the the BLUE Dragonfly) makes this one of the
most versatile and snazzy-looking mics youll ever lay eyes
on. And beneath the handsome exterior, youll find that
the Mouse is a precision recording tool, combining the low
noise and superb transient response of top-grade modern
electronics with the crisp, airy high end magic of legendary
vintage vocal mics. In order to familiarize yourself with
this microphones specialized and unique features, please
take the time to read this manual, and be sure to try the
suggested recording tips.
The Mouse is a pressure-gradient cardioid condenser micro-
phone, employing the BLUE single-membrane, factory-tuned
large diaphragm capsule. For this hand-crafted diaphragm
we have selected a 6-micron mylar film, sputtered with a
mixture of pure gold and aluminum, and tensioned to our
own hand-built brass backplates. Enclosed within a rotat-
ing spherical grille, the capsule can be positioned and
adjusted in the smallest of spaces. This innovative design
offers fine-tuning and precise placement to please the
most discerning recordist, combined with an ease of use
that is without equal among either vintage or contempo-
rary microphones.
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