Blue Microphones 8BALL User Manual
The 8-Ball
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You have just purchased a very unique and innovative condenser microphone – The 8-Ball.
Here at Blue, we are known for designing and building the finest microphones available for
studio, stage, film and broadcast use. Our microphones represent the next step in leading-edge
technology, innovative engineering and inimitable styling. The 8-Ball is the product of our
unrestrained imagination and our years of microphone design and manufacturing experience.
There is simply nothing else like it. But don’t just take our word for it…
“This thing is smooth baby, and I do mean smoooth. There’s not enough ‘o’s’ in smooth.”
— The Chairman
“Though not approved for tournament play, we feel this 8-Ball will make an
excellent addition to any mic collection.”
— Vincent “Snookie” Carbona, President, International Poolhall Association
(and freelance loan “specialist”)
“This is one 8-ball I WON’T put in the corner pocket . . .but I
WILL put it on a mic stand . . .behind my back . . . blindfolded!”
— Mississippi Biggs, World-Renowned Pool Player
“Yeah, it sounds totally awesome, but, like — where are the
‘yes’ or ‘no’ answers when I flip it upside down?”
— Perry Nuttal, lead singer, The Purple Foam
Congratulations.
CELEBRITY ENDORSEMENTS IMPERSONATED
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We know you hate to read manuals. So do we! But because The 8-Ball is such a unique recording
and sound-reinforcement tool, we really hope you take the time to familiarize yourself with its features.
And be sure to try the suggested application tips that are designed to help you get the most out
of The 8-Ball. You might just learn something too! With proper care and feeding, The 8-Ball will
reward you with many years of recording and performance enjoyment. Now on with the show! (No
chalk required.).
8-Ball suggested applications
The 8-Ball was designed for both stage and studio use. Because of its rugged construction, cardioid
pickup pattern and high-frequency extension, you can use The 8-Ball anywhere you’d use a traditional condenser mic where clarity and high frequency detail is essential: snare drum, acoustic and
clean electric guitars, mandolin, banjo, drum overheads, hihats, strings, orchestral recording, and
male and female vocals.
The 8-Ball features a unique swivel mount located on the bottom center of the mic body. Be sure
to mount The 8-Ball on a standard-thread counter-weighted tripod mic stand. Though The 8-Ball is
extremely durable, we would hate to see it fall due to an inadequate stand. Also, be sure to position The 8-Ball over the center leg of the tripod to further prevent tipping. Once mounted, you can
gently pivot The 8-Ball back and forth for optimum positioning in front of the sound source. For
greater isolation from low frequency resonance, mount The 8-Ball in the optional Ringer
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shock
mount available from your authorized Blue dealer.
The 8-Ball requires +48 volt phantom power which most FOH consoles, recording consoles and outboard
mic preamps supply. If your preamp does not have a phantom power facility, several external power
units are available from various manufacturers. It is important to note that some units, though
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HEADS UP!: Forceful positioning of the swivel mount
can result in damage not covered by the warranty.
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