The T.bone BD 200

The the t.bone BD 200 is a very affordable dynamic microphone designed primarily for kick drum use. In my opinion it is a great tool that offers a surprisingly solid build and a sound that is immediately usable in many situations.

OPTICAL CONDITION

Very good condition with minor signs of use. The housing remains solid /Some scratches

TECHNICAL CONDITION

Fully tested and working perfectly. Strong output, no noise or issues.

COMES WITH

original case

BUILD & DESIGN

The BD 200 features a compact, all-metal housing with a sturdy feel. It is built to handle regular use without concern. The integrated mount keeps setup simple, and the microphone uses a standard XLR connection.

Capsule

Equipped with a dynamic moving-coil capsule, designed to handle high sound pressure levels, making it ideal for loud sources such as kick drums.

Circuit

• Passive dynamic design
• No active electronics
• Direct output

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Type: Dynamic
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: Approx. 50 Hz – 16,000 Hz
• Sensitivity / Impedance: ~1.8 mV/Pa / ~600 Ω
• Output: Balanced (XLR)

SOUND CHARACTERISTICS

The BD 200 has a pre-shaped, punchy sound typical of kick drum microphones:

• Strong low-end
• Reduced low-mid mud
• Defined upper mids for attack

Typical uses:

• Kick drum
• Bass amplifier
• Live vocals! YES!
• Guitar amplifierTHE T BON
• General instrument miking where a tighter, more focused sound is desired

FREQUENCY RESPONSE

Estimated Frequency Response:
50 Hz – 16,000 Hz

• Boost in the low frequencies below ~100 Hz
• Slight attenuation in the 200–500 Hz range
• Presence bump around 3–5 kHz
• Roll-off in the high frequencies above ~10–12 kHz

SUMMARY

The the t.bone BD 200 is a simple and effective microphone that delivers reliable results at a very low price point.

It offers:

• Solid metal construction
• High SPL handling
• A practical, usable sound

A good choice for anyone looking for an affordable and dependable kick-style microphone.

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