Teaming up with Black Lion Audio in Chicago, Avantone CV-12 BLA Modded Tube Microphoneoffers the CV-12 BLA, a modified version of the company's popular CV-12 multi-pattern large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone. It features a 34mm CK12-style capsule, a 6072A tube output stage, a power supply with low-noise circuitry, and delivers a warm, vintage tone with a flatter frequency response and greater headroom than the original. Designed to work as a utility mic in the studio, this microphone is ideal for capturing vocals, acoustic guitar, mandolin, drum overheads, room ambience, piano, and more.

The power supply features a nine-position polar pattern knob that enables you to choose between omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8, or positions in-between to optimize the pickup of the sound source. In addition, there is a 10 dB pad switch for close-miking loud instruments and voices without unwanted distortion, and an 80 Hz high-pass filter for minimizing low-frequency rumble.

The CV-12 BLA comes with a Jetsun shockmount, which allows instruments and windscreens to get very close to the capsule for increased proximity effect. The unit ships with a padded wooden box to protect the mic and a deluxe faux-alligator case to transport the mic, power supply, and accessories in style.

34mm CK12-Style Capsule    Nine Selectable Polar Patterns    6072A Tube    Flat Frequency Response, High Headroom    Solen FastCap Coupling Capacitor    80 Hz Low-Frequency Roll-Off, 10 dB Pad    Includes Power Supply & 7-Pin XLR Cable    Jetsun Shockmount    Wooden Microphone Box, Carry Case    Designed and Assembled in the USA

• Circuitry of original CV-12 modified by Black Lion Audio results in a flatter frequency response and higher headroom
• 32mm K67 capsule is replaced with a 34mm CK12-style capsule to smooth the highs and bring out the lows
• 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, balanced across the entire sound spectrum
• 136 dB maximum SPL, 146 dB with pad engaged
• Transparent-sounding Solen FastCap coupling capacitor
• Completely redesigned power supply features a new low-noise circuit
• Regulated plate voltage supply
• Extra filtering on transformer bridge diode
• Included Jetsun shockmount allows instruments and windscreens to get several inches closer to the headshell for increased proximity effect

• Tube-type, true-condenser microphone
• Utility microphone sounds great on studio vocals, acoustic guitar, mandolin, drum overheads, room ambience, piano, and more
• 9 polar patterns selectable at PS-12 power supply
• Omnidirectional, cardioid, and figure-8 polar patterns, plus three steps between each
• Tube type: 6072A
• Switchable high-pass filter at 80 Hz
• Switchable 10 dB pad
• Metallic cabernet-red body with polished-nickel trim
• Black deluxe faux-alligator case for transporting mic, power supply, and accessories 
• Padded genuine wooden mic box
• Designed and assembled in the USA

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What do you mean by middle and tele zoom settings..because I have a 18-135 and a canon 60d ..

A: Hi.As you know, extensions tube are used to be able to focus closer than the minimum admited by the lens, at the cost of loosing the focus to infinite when the tube is in place.As well, as the lens goes further away from its natural position, there will be vigneting with wide angle lenses. This is to be noticed in not so wide angle lenses with full frame.That's why its use is not recommended for lenses wider than around 50 mm. On your Canon 60D probably you'll be able to go wider, but I don't know how much, as I only use full frame bodies.I hope this helps youJavier

Q: 2. IS this mic good for live sound applications? Specifically drum over heads? Or would pencil condensers be a better option?

A: Yes, the Avantone Pro CK-6+ Large Capsule Cardioid FET Condenser Microphone is a very good microphone for recording drum overheads. I has a maximum sound pressure level rating of 136 dB. Small diaphragm condenser microphones (pencil style mics) with similar specs are also suitable. Neither style is better than the other. It's a matter of personal preference, as well as whether you would want to be able to use the same mic for other applications, which many people often do. The CK-6+ is a versatile mic that can be used for numerous recording applications.

Q: 3. I have a Canon 7D, and Canon Macro Lens EF 100mm 1:28 USM. From what I have been reading the Extension Tube EF 12 II will work with my setup, correct? Auto focus will work correct? Will I gain or lose depth of field using this tube on my setup?

A: Yes it will fit your 7D. Autofocus will work. Depth of field will be reduced somewhat.

Q: 4. Can this product be used with the Canon 60mm f/2,8 Macro lens?

A: Yes you can ,it is fully compatible with Canon Digital EF-S lenses , assuming you have APS-C camera

Q: 5. Does the mirror come with a center dot?

A: Yes it does.

Q: 6. I use a 70-200 2.8 with a 2X iii to get close ups, would the 25ii be better or worse?

A: If you are doing macro shots, it could be very useful. I believe that you could combine it with the 2x for even closer shots, but am not sure... I have the 1.4x.

Q: 7. If I use this with the canon 100mm 2.8L lens, how much more will improve the .99’ focus distance? I ask because I read somewhere that this doesn’t allow you to focus closer but instead improves magnification.

A: An extension tube allows you to focus closer than the stated lenses minimum focus distance as well as increases the macro magnification of the subject by the size of the extension tube divided by the lens focal length.

Q: 8. Does this extension tube work with the Sigma 50-100 canon fit?

A: I do not have that Sigma lens so I am not able to confirm that the Canon Extension tube will work.

Q: 9. Looking to use this with my 1dx mark ii on my 85mm 1.4 IS for doing closeup macro like shots for product videos instead of spending $750 on the 100mm macro lens for the moment (i'll eventually get it). Anyone else have sucess using it for anything similar?

A: Adding this extension tube between the 1dx2 and the 85mm 1.4 IS will change the magnification from 0.12 to 0.41. It will help you take photos of items such as a large flower, but a very small item like a diamond on a ring would need a higher magnification of 1x. If the products you are taking videos of are large enough such as a desert plate this extension tube will work for that.

Q: 10. Is this the Generation II scope?

A: It is the second generation.