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You have just purchased the world’s most unique and innovative low-frequency dynamic

microphone — 

the Kickball

. Here at Blue, we’re known for designing and building the finest

microphones available for studio, stage, film and broadcast use. Our microphones unite the

heritage of the world’s most respected classics with leading-edge technology, innovative engi-

neering and inimitable styling. The Kickball is the product of our unrestrained imagination

and our years of microphone manufacturing experience. There is simply nothing else like it.

But don’t just take our word for it — read what audiophiles around the world have been saying:

“I’ve kicked more homeruns on the playground with this thing

than any other microphone I’ve ever kicked”

— Lefty Foote, MVP, 

2004 World Series of Kickball

; member, Kickball Hall of Fame

“Finally, my kick drum sounds better than any other instrument on stage!”

— Ringo Peterson, drummer, 

The Toxic Waste Experience

“Thanks to the Kickball, I was a real standout at the

Battle of Basses 2004

at the Hollywood Bowl.’”

— Betty Bottom, Honorable Mention, 

Battle of Basses 2004

“My tympani has never sounded better!”

— Timmy Schuster, 3rd chair tympanist,

Benjamin Franklin Middle School, Park Rapids, MN

Congratulations.

TM

Summary of Contents for THE KICKBALL

Page 1: ...The Kickball TM ...

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Page 3: ...s simply nothing else like it But don t just take our word for it read what audiophiles around the world have been saying I ve kicked more homeruns on the playground with this thing than any other microphone I ve ever kicked Lefty Foote MVP 2004 World Series of Kickball member Kickball Hall of Fame Finally my kick drum sounds better than any other instrument on stage Ringo Peterson drummer The Tox...

Page 4: ...es it exhibits some problems when it comes to accurate sound reproduction When you connect your dynamic microphone to a fixed impedance console input or outboard mic preamp you create a resistive load in the transducer that varies with frequency That would be fine if you wanted a tone control on your microphone but in a recent very unscientific poll conducted by the AAK Association of Arcane Knowl...

Page 5: ... of the mic body Be sure to mount the Kickball on a standard thread counter weighted mic stand Though the Kickball is extremely durable we would hate to see it fall due to an inadequate stand it doesn t bounce well Once mounted you can gently pivot the Kickball back and forth for optimum positioning in front of the sound source For added isolation from low frequency induced rumble we recommend The...

Page 6: ... your balanced XLR microphone cable to the Kickball s output jack located on the back of the mic body directly opposite the Blue logo Connect the male end to your balanced console input or balanced mic preamp input 4 Switch on phantom power 5 Un mute all previously muted signal paths and adjust mic preamp gain as necessary To disconnect or reroute the Kickball be sure to mute all audio signal path...

Page 7: ...t ABS shell and spherical shape The Kickball exhibits excellent off axis rejection and feedback suppression characteristics opening up a whole new world of sound reinforcement miking possibilities The Kickball utilizes a bass frequency switch allowing three distinct low frequency equalization curves The switch is located directly above the Kickball s XLR output jack This circuit is based on a uniq...

Page 8: ...or a fuller sound with more low end For overdriven or distorted tones move the mic towards the outer edge of the speaker cone or back it away from the amp a foot or more to blend room tone with direct pickup and soften high frequencies Acoustic Bass Large diaphragm mics require careful placement when used on acoustic bass The Kickball s rich tone is well suited to this task For a balanced and natu...

Page 9: ...While not optimal for playground use the Kickball promises hours of playtime on stage or in the studio ...

Page 10: ... the studio or on stage At Blue we re committed to bringing you the finest in technology and craftsmanship along with an attention to detail that runs throughout our entire line of award winning mics Now go get the Kickball connected and be ready to hear how well rounded it really is It ll even make cousin Lenny sound good ...

Page 11: ...t us on the web at www bluemic com Specifications Acoustical Operating Principal Dynamic transducer with active Class A phantom powered solid state circuitry Polar Pattern Cardioid Frequency Range 35Hz 16kHz Sensitivity 3 0mV Pa at 1 kHz 1Pa 94dB SPL Rated Impedance 50Ω Rated Load Impedance 2kΩ Maximum SPL 162 dB SPL 2kΩ load at 1 THD Output Noise Level 18dB A Power Requirement 48V DC phantom powe...

Page 12: ...s BLUE reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice Blue Microphones Ball 8 Ball Kickball Cranberry Kiwi and The Ringer are trademarks or registered trademarks of Blue Microphones Inc All other trademarks contained herein are the property of their respective owners Optimum inflation pressure for the Kickball is 32psi Made in Latvia Microphones Step up to the mic TM TM ...

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