SCHOEPS BLM 03 C

Product overview

The SCHOEPS BLM 03 C is a compact boundary layer capsule for the Colette modular system, only 80 mm in diameter, that can be placed very unobtrusively.

The BLM 03 C connects through its fixed 5 m cable to a Colette CMC microphone amplifier, resulting in a complete microphone. All known properties of the BLM 03 C are identical to those of the BLM 3, in a smaller and lighter form: SCHOEPS recommends it where the BLM 3 would be too large, for example when recording for TV or film, or too heavy, for example when it is glued to the roof inside a vehicle or under the lid of a grand piano.

Its small dimensions and matte grey surface allow particularly discreet placement, and it can even be completely invisible when hidden under a tablecloth made of lightweight fabric. The half-space pickup pattern works best with the BLM 03 C resting on a sufficiently large, sound-reflecting surface.

Key features

• Boundary layer capsule with half-space pickup pattern
• Only 80 mm in diameter and 8.6 mm high
• Fixed 5 m cable to a Colette CMC microphone amplifier
• Same acoustic properties as the BLM 3, in a smaller and lighter form
• Matte grey surface for discreet, even invisible placement
• Frequency range 20 Hz - 26 kHz, 12 dB-A self-noise

Practice

For a panel discussion, a table may be a large enough boundary; for most music recordings a larger area is recommended. The BLM 03 C can also be mounted in a grand piano, with the lid open or closed.

Made for

• Speaker tables and panel discussions
• Altars and houses of worship
• Inside a grand piano, lid open or closed
• Room microphone
• TV and film, including mounting inside vehicles

In the box

• BLM 03 C boundary layer capsule with fixed 5 m cable
• A Colette CMC microphone amplifier is needed (CMC 1 U, CMC 1 L or CMC 6), available separately

SCHOEPS BLM 03 C: frequently asked questions

How does the BLM 03 C become a complete microphone?

Its fixed 5 m cable connects to a Colette CMC microphone amplifier such as the CMC 6, CMC 1 U or CMC 1 L.

How does it relate to the BLM 3?

All known properties are identical to those of the BLM 3. The BLM 03 C is chosen when a smaller or lighter boundary microphone is needed.

Where should it be placed?

On a sufficiently large, sound-reflecting surface: a table can be enough for a panel discussion, and a larger area is recommended for most music recordings.

Can it be hidden?

Yes. Its small size and matte grey surface make it very discreet, and it can be completely invisible under a tablecloth made of lightweight fabric.

Can it be used in a grand piano?

Yes. It can be mounted in a grand piano with the lid open or closed, including under the lid.

Where can I buy the SCHOEPS BLM 03 C in India?

The SCHOEPS BLM 03 C is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.

Workflow 1: Panel discussion on a table

Conference and broadcast recordists covering talkers at a table.

Connections

Setup

1. Lay the BLM 03 C flat on the table between the talkers.
2. Connect its cable to the CMC amplifier and the amplifier to the mixer.
3. Switch on phantom power and set the gain.

Tip: A table can be a large enough boundary for a panel discussion.

Workflow 2: Invisible placement

TV and event teams who want no microphone in the picture.

Connections

Setup

1. Place the BLM 03 C on the table surface.
2. Cover it with a tablecloth made of lightweight fabric.
3. Route the cable away from view.

Tip: The microphone can be completely invisible this way.

Workflow 3: Grand piano

Engineers recording or amplifying a grand piano.

Connections

Setup

1. Fix the BLM 03 C inside the piano or under the lid.
2. Play with the lid open or closed as needed.
3. Set the gain at the loudest passages.

Tip: Its low weight makes it suitable for gluing under the lid.

Workflow 4: Altar and house of worship

Installers and sound teams in churches and temples.

Connections

Setup

1. Place the BLM 03 C flat on the altar.
2. Connect it to the CMC amplifier.
3. Set the gain for speech.

Tip: Its matte grey finish keeps it unobtrusive.

Workflow 5: Room microphone

Engineers capturing room sound for music.

Connections

Setup

1. Choose a large, sound-reflecting surface such as the floor or a large board.
2. Place the BLM 03 C on it.
3. Blend it with the main microphones.

Tip: For most music recordings a larger boundary area is recommended.

Workflow 6: Vehicle interior for film

Film sound recordists recording dialogue in cars.

Connections

Setup

1. Glue the BLM 03 C to the roof inside the vehicle.
2. Route the 5 m cable to the amplifier and recorder.
3. Set the level during a rehearsal.

Tip: SCHOEPS recommends the BLM 03 C where a larger boundary microphone would be too heavy.