Product Overview

The Neumann BCM 104 is the state-of-the-art broadcast microphone designed to bring the legendary "Neumann Perfection" to the world of radio, streaming, and podcasting. It is a dedicated large-diaphragm condenser microphone engineered specifically to convey the emotion and nuance of the human voice. With a functionally optimized design that includes an integrated pop screen and shock protection, the BCM 104 ensures that whether you are a radio DJ, newscaster, or podcaster, your voice is delivered with stunning clarity and professional authority.

Product Description

• Next Generation Broadcast Sound: The BCM 104 addresses the immediate needs of modern media. Its large-diaphragm condenser capsule captures every nuance of your voice without coloration or unwanted artifacts. The result is a direct, noise-free sound that allows stories, news, and "good vibes" to reach listeners with maximum impact.

• Functionally Optimized Design: The characteristic shape of the BCM 104 isn't just for aesthetics; it is optimized for use with industry-standard broadcast boom arms. The microphone is suspended in an elastic mount to protect against structure-borne noise (like desk bumps), while the headgrille features an integrated pop screen to guard against plosives. For studio hygiene, the headgrille twists off easily for quick cleaning between different announcers.

• Advanced Transformerless Circuitry: To ensure the highest signal purity, the BCM 104 uses a transformerless circuit. This results in an incredibly low self-noise of only 7 dB-A and the ability to handle massive sound pressure levels up to 138 dB without distortion. It also provides high common-mode rejection, shielding your audio from hum and interference caused by computer screens and other studio electronics.

• Designed for the Human Voice: The microphone features a fixed cardioid pattern with excellent rejection of sound from the rear. The frequency response is exceptionally linear, with a gentle presence boost at 4 kHz and a slight treble lift above 10 kHz to enhance speech intelligibility. Thanks to its outstanding transient response, it is equally capable of capturing sung vocals and acoustic instruments with precision.

• Hidden Customization Switches: Inside the microphone, you’ll find two critical setup switches. An optional 100 Hz low-cut compensates for the proximity effect during close-talk operation, and a –14 dB pre-attenuation pad allows the BCM 104 to interface perfectly with equipment originally designed for less sensitive dynamic microphones.

   

Key Features

• Studio-Grade Capsule: Specially developed large-diaphragm condenser capsule for voice-over and broadcast.

• Tight Cardioid Pattern: High rejection of off-axis noise, perfect for non-treated studio spaces.

• Integrated Protection: Built-in pop filter and elastic shock mount come as standard.

• Hygiene Friendly: Easy-to-remove headgrille for sanitization in multi-user environments.

• Internal Tone Shaping: Switchable 100 Hz high-pass filter and -14 dB pad located inside the housing.

• Ultra-Low Noise: Only 7 dB-A self-noise for pristine, professional recordings.

Applications

• Radio & Newscasting: The industry standard for professional announcers and DJs.

• Podcasting & Streaming: Elevates home and pro-studio setups to "Big Radio" sonic quality.

• Voice-Over: Captures the "authority" and "intimacy" required for commercials and audiobooks.

• Vocal & Instrument Recording: Wide frequency response makes it a versatile tool for music production.

   

   

Technical Specifications