Impressive looking right? The Reactor is Blue’s newest multi-pattern large diaphragm condenser mic. It’s a very classy futuristic looking mic that allows you to switch patterns on the fly and also has a swivel head for precise mic positioning. I haven’t yet messed with this mic but after my review on Spark, (here) I can say with almost complete confidence that this will be nothing short of greatness. You would think by looking at this mic that it would be pretty high dollar, but at $500.00, you can’t go wrong. Don’t believe me? I figured you wouldn’t. Watch this video then.
Blue Microphones, a leading innovator in microphone technology and design, announces the wide availability of Reactor (www.bluemic.com/reactor), a multi-pattern, large diaphragm condenser microphone that pushes the envelope of microphone design in functional versatility, sound and aesthetics. Reactor unites Blue’s proprietary pre-amp circuit and innovative pattern selection method (cardioid, omni or bi-directional) with a swiveling capsule head for precise positioning, making it inherently well-suited for multiple mic setups. Reactor, MSRP $499 is now available at authorized Blue dealers.
“Reactor takes microphone technology and design to the next level, combining Blue’s high-quality sound capture with intuitive pattern switching and physical microphone design,” said John Maier, CEO of Blue Microphones. “With Reactor, we are excited to offer multiple patterns and high-end audio capture to a wider audience, along with making multiple mic setups more accessible.”
Drawing from the design of Blue’s renowned B6 capsule, Reactor’s capsule technology delivers a full sonic signature with a detailed top end, texture mids and a full bottom end. Reactor is built upon Blue’s premium large diaphragm, condenser capsule design, along with a custom pre-amp platform that provides low noise and distortion. With the versatility of choosing between the cardioid, bi-directional and omnidirectional patterns, Reactor’s sound can be tuned to specific uses such as full and present vocals, warm guitar acoustics, even capturing the room frequencies of drums. Like all of Blue’s studio microphones, Reactor employs fully-discrete, Class-A solid state components for high-quality, professional recording performance.
Featuring an innovative swiveling design, Reactor’s capsule head rotates fluidly across a 90 degree range, with resistance to hold the head in a precise position. Facilitating ease-of-use in multiple mic setups such as Mid/Side or X-Y recording, Reactor’s swivel head allows for accuracy and fine-tuning of setup geometry and microphone tone. Reactor’s recording pattern selection is both intuitive and stylish, featuring LED backlit pattern indicators and a unique magnifying optic that compliments the contemporary design. Reactor comes with a high-quality metal carrying case for protection and storage, along with a custom-designed shockmount and a custom magnetic pop filter to complete the recording experience.
Reactor, MSRP $499, is now at authorized Blue Microphones dealers. For more information, click HERE.
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