Avantone CV-12 BLA

The Avantone CV-12 tube driven, large diaphragm condenser mic has become an indispensable element in world-renowned studios and home set ups alike, due to an unheard-of combination of quality, durability, and value. Ongoing development of audio solutions that meet or beat "industry standard" expectations, is the core of Avantone culture.

The CV-12/BLA is a joint effort between Avantone and Black Lion Audio*, that unlocks the full potential of the amazing CV-12. A completely overhauled circuit utilizes a Solen Fastcap coupler and "CK" style 34mm capsule. The new power supply has more filtering, lower signal to noise ratio, and greater headroom.

The result of the BLA makeover, is a CV-12 without the slight upper midrange hump, and greater headroom. High's sound sweeter, lows more present with increased balance, natural sound reproduction and far greater versatility.

The CV12 BLA remains a top contender as a world class primary vocal mic. Its expanded versatility makes the CV-BLA also a top choice for use with Drum sets, Acoustic Piano, Mandolin, Brass, Winds, and even close miking a guitar cab. Avantone and BLA have created a high-quality tube condenser mic, that is ready for anything.

Black Lion Audio If you don't know the name, you do know the sound. Chicago based "Black Lion Audio" has been the top mod-shop for audio-recording gear for over a decade. BLA's mod work and boutique products are present on hits by artists as diverse as Alison Krauss, MGMT, Beyonce, Metallica, T-Pain and more.

TYPE: Tube-Type True Condenser Microphone

CAPSULE: 34mm CK12 styled edge-terminated capsule

POLAR PATTERNS: 9 patterns selectable at PS-12 power supply

FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20Hz - 20kHz +/- 3dB

OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: <=250 Ohms / transformer isolated

MAXIMUM SPL: 136dB (0.5% THD @1000Hz) 146dB with pad engaged

EQUIVALENT NOISE LEVEL: <17dB

S/N RATIO: 78dB

SENSITIVITY: -35dB

OUTPUT CONNECTOR: Male XLR 7 pin w/ special power supply & cables

TUBE TYPE: 6072A (mil-spec). Lower noise than the more common 12AY7

HIGH-PASS SWITCH: 80 Hz 6dB/octave Switch

ATTENUATION SWITCH: -10dB Switch

POWER REQUIREMENTS: Power supply with low-noise circuit

FINISH: Polished Nickel trim / Metallic Cabernet Red Body

WEIGHT: .8 kgs / 1.8 lbs.

DIMENSIONS: 237mm x 46mm / 9.5" x 1.8"

Regulated plate voltage supply

Designed and assembled in the USA