Neat Microphones WORKER BEE User Guide
Welcome to the wonderful and harmonious world of the Worker Bee.
The Worker Bee,
Apis myriadalis
, is a newly discovered microphone
species that is striking in appearance, sonic quality, and unmatched
audio reproduction. A proud member of the
Cardiodium
genus of
Bee recording tools, its lineage traces back to the finest microphones
ever created for studio, stage, film, and broadcast. Easily identified in
the field by its leading-edge technology, innovative engineering, and
unique looks, the King Bee imparts the clearest, most accurate sound
found anywhere—no matter what type of recording hive you inhabit.
From vocals to guitars, Accordions to Zithers, and virtually any instrument
in the musical kingdom, the Worker Bee collects and captures sound
with amazing ease. Add exquisite craftsmanship, and engineering
savvy from some of the most experienced minds in the recording industry,
and the result is a microphone that is one of the most productive and
versatile mics in its field—or any musically flowering landscape!
We know you’re eager to let your Worker Bee out, but before you begin
recording, please read through this guide and become familiar with
your industrious mic’s features and setup. You’ll learn all about the
Worker Bee’s audio anatomy, as well as tips and tricks based on years
of our research and study of sound in the wild, that will help you make
even better recordings.
So, sit back, grab some tea (with honey!) and prepare for
your ears to take flight.
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scientific nomenclature
Species
Native Range
Preferred Habitat
Description
Morphology
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Related Species
Additional
Markings
Apis myriadalis
Worldwide
Professional and home recording studios,
broadcast centers, houses of worship, clover
The Worker Bee has a fixed-charge back plate,
permanently polarized 24mm diameter condenser capsule.
The Worker Bee’s very low noise rating (>7.0 dB)
and high output make it the perfect choice for
ultra-high resolution digital recording. Instead
of integrated circuits (chips), the Worker Bee’s
Class A discrete amplifier circuitry ensures the
most accurate and noise-free signal possible,
with minimal distortion and coloration. You can
position the side-address capsule, enclosed
within its unique grille, for very precise placement.
Caution: Do not remove, rotate, swivel, or move
the Worker Bee capsule in any direction—mortal
injury may result from any attempt to position
the capsule!
King Bee
The Beekeeper (shockmount), Honeycomb (pop filter), and Beeline (optional 22-AWG XLR mic cable)
(Apis mellifluora)
A
B
C
A: Capsule address side
B: Power indicator light
C: XLR input (underside)
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