Coles 4104 Lip Microphone
The Coles 4104 Commentator’s Noise Cancelling Ribbon Microphone is of British Broadcasting (BBC) design and used for reproducing high quality commentary speech from noisy surroundings by cancelling out a considerable degree of background noise.
The 4104 has a proven reliable performance capability, being since its introduction used by such broadcasting networks as the BBC, IBA, CBS and ABC.
The 4104 is not unduly affected by wind noise and can be used in air stream velocities up to 20 mph (32 km) without notable difference in speech quality.
Coles 4104 Lip Mic Main Features:
- Ribbon Mic for Commentary and Speech
- Directional Polar Pattern
- Low-Cut Roll-Off at 16 Hz
- For Close Positioning to Mouth
- Reduced Noise in Ambient Environments
- Stainless Steel Protective Breath Shield
- Removable Plastic Hygiene Shield
Specifications
Transducer Ribbon microphone
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Response 60 Hz to 12 kHz
Dynamic Range (Typical) Not specified by manufacturer
Signal-to-Noise Ratio Distortion less than 1% at an SPL of 120 dB
Maximum Input Sound Level Not specified by manufacturer
Power Requirements Ribbon transducer—no external power required
Output Impedance 300 Ohms
Output Connectors 3-pin XLR male
Pad No
Low Frequency Roll-Off Low frequency roll-off at 16 Hz
Dimensions (L x W x D) 7.9 x 2.2 x 3.0″ (20.1 x 5.6 x 7.6 mm)
Weight 10 oz (283 g)