Boya BY-BM6060 Super-Cardioid Shotgun Microphone

Description

The Boya BY-BM6060 is a high-quality super-cardioid shotgun microphone designed for professional audio capture in TV, film, and documentary production. Offering a wide frequency response range from 60Hz to 20kHz, it ensures clear, intelligible sound with minimal interference. The microphone features a super-cardioid polar pattern, which effectively isolates the subject’s sound while rejecting unwanted background noise, making it ideal for focused recording in noisy environments.

Equipped with a switchable high-pass filter (150Hz), the BY-BM6060 allows users to eliminate low-frequency noises, such as those from air conditioners, improving the clarity of recordings. The microphone is constructed with durable alloy aluminum, providing solid build quality and protection from radio-frequency interference.

For added flexibility, the Boya BY-BM6060 can be powered by both a battery (1 x AA) or phantom power, and it includes a 3-pin XLR connector for reliable connectivity. Additionally, a 3.5mm socket is provided, making it compatible with a wide range of DSLR cameras. Weighing just 130g, the microphone is lightweight and easy to use. It also comes with a fur windshield and foam windscreen to reduce wind noise during outdoor recordings. A one-year warranty ensures peace of mind for users.

Specification

• Microphone Type: Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Super-cardioid
• Frequency Response: 60Hz – 20,000Hz
• Sensitivity: -36±3dB (0dB=1V/Pa @ 1kHz)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 80dB
• Output Impedance: 200Ω
• High-Pass Filter: Switchable (150Hz)
• Connector: 1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic)
• Battery: 1 x AA (optional, or phantom power)
• Dimensions: Ø: 0.87″ x L: 11.02″ / Ø: 22mm x L: 280mm
• Weight: 4.6 oz / 130g
• Includes: Fur windshield, foam windscreen

Microphone Type: Condenser

The Boya BY-BM6060 is a condenser microphone, which is ideal for high-fidelity audio recording. Condenser microphones are renowned for their ability to capture a wide frequency range with greater accuracy and clarity compared to dynamic microphones. They are particularly effective in capturing detailed, nuanced sound and are highly sensitive to sound sources, making them a popular choice for professional audio applications in environments where precision is crucial, such as in film, TV, and documentary recording. This type of microphone requires phantom power or a battery to operate, and the BY-BM6060 offers flexibility by allowing both options for power supply, ensuring reliable performance in various shooting scenarios.

Super-Cardioid Polar Pattern

The Boya BY-BM6060 features a super-cardioid polar pattern, which is designed to capture sound primarily from the front of the microphone while minimizing noise from the sides and rear. This directional pattern is excellent for isolating the sound source and rejecting unwanted ambient noises, which is especially beneficial in outdoor or noisy environments. The super-cardioid pattern offers a narrower field of capture than the standard cardioid, allowing for more focused and accurate recording of the desired sound while reducing interference from unwanted sources. This makes it an excellent choice for directional recording where capturing the voice or sound in front of the mic is of primary importance.

Frequency Response and Sensitivity

With a frequency response range of 60Hz to 20,000Hz, the Boya BY-BM6060 captures a broad spectrum of sounds, from deep bass tones to high treble frequencies, ensuring that every nuance of the sound is faithfully recorded. The extended frequency response makes this microphone ideal for both speech and music recordings, delivering full-bodied sound across various applications. Additionally, the microphone’s sensitivity is -36±3dB (0dB=1V/Pa @ 1kHz), allowing it to pick up even the quietest sounds while maintaining clarity and precision. This combination of wide frequency response and high sensitivity makes the BY-BM6060 a versatile tool for capturing clear and detailed audio in any setting.

Switchable High-Pass Filter (150Hz)

One of the standout features of the Boya BY-BM6060 is its switchable high-pass filter set at 150Hz. This filter helps to eliminate unwanted low-frequency noises, such as rumbling sounds from air conditioners, wind noise, or traffic hums. In professional recording environments, these low-frequency sounds can often interfere with the clarity of the audio, but with the high-pass filter, users can effectively reduce or eliminate these disturbances. By switching to the low-cut mode, the microphone allows only the desired higher frequencies to pass through, resulting in cleaner and more intelligible recordings, especially in environments with a lot of background noise.

Durable and Lightweight Design

The Boya BY-BM6060 is constructed with a durable alloy aluminum body, which not only makes it solid and rugged but also helps to reduce the risk of radio-frequency interference (RFI). RFI can significantly affect the performance of microphones, causing unwanted noise and distortion in recordings. The alloy construction ensures that the microphone remains stable, even in challenging environments, and offers robust protection against environmental factors. Despite its sturdy build, the microphone is lightweight, weighing just 130g (4.6 oz), making it easy to handle and use for extended periods without causing discomfort. The lightweight design also makes it portable, ideal for fieldwork or travel.

Power Options: Battery or Phantom Power

The Boya BY-BM6060 offers flexibility in its power options, supporting both battery and phantom power. It can be powered by a single AA battery or through phantom power supplied by an audio interface or mixer, providing users with a choice depending on their setup and requirements. Phantom power is typically used for more professional setups, providing a consistent power supply for the microphone, while the battery option offers convenience when working in the field or when phantom power is unavailable. This dual power supply ensures that the BY-BM6060 is versatile and adaptable for a variety of recording scenarios, whether in a controlled studio environment or on location.