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1. Company 2. Technologies Golden Drop Capsule Electronics Industrial Design Accessories 3. Product Descriptions BH Series Vintage Series BT201 Series BT301 Series 4. Product Information Tables Product Descriptions Product Packaging 5. Frequency Response Data 6. User Feedback and Usage Tips 7. Contact Info and Links 2 3 3 5 6 9 10 10 13 15 18 20 20 21 22 24 29
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COMPANY
In 2007 JZ Microphones was established in Riga, Latvia. After twenty years of designing several dozen successful microphones, Mic Designer Juris Zarins decided to redirect his experience and passion for design into his own line of handcrafted recording microphones. JZ Microphones are the combination of open-minded thinking leading to an innovative approach and great experience lending deep understanding of fine microphone construction. JZ Microphones combine all the elements critical to world-class microphone design; patented capsule technology, precision electronics and innovative industrial design. The JZ Microphones team is dedicated to music creation and the recording process. We ask you: What is sound? It is not black or white, it is impermanent and often it does not explain anything in particular. We believe sound is an emotional stream connecting all of us as it inspires our greatest works. As the sound lives in its own world and can be very complicated, our objective is to reduce the physical limitations of delivering it to your recording, keeping its complexity and beauty unaltered, for everyone who loves sound as much we do. Trust us - Sound can be glorious, record it! JZ stands for the initials of our microphone designer and guru Mr. Juris Zarins.
OUR MANTRA
COMMITMENT - JZ Microphones is dedicated to delivering the finest products imaginable. QUALITY All JZ Microphones are handcrafted under supervision of JZ himself in Riga, Latvia and no where else. INNOVATION JZ Microphones capsules, electronics, industrial designs and accessories are all optimized to deliver maximum performance and minimize the physical limitations of the sound capture process. VALUE JZ Microphones strive for efficiencies which allow us to offer handcrafted microphones for very competitive prices. RESPECT At JZ Microphones we hold our users, our partners and our entire industry in the highest regard as you each essential to the success of our brand. THE FUTURE At JZ Microphones we maintain rock solid goals and a huge vision for the future including growth of our partner networks and many new innovations in microphone design.
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GDC47 V47
GDC67 V67
GDC3 BT301
Most of the JZ Microphones capsules use innovative Golden Drop Capsule technology. Exact capsule construction and various diaphragm diameters are essential to voicing each microphone to achieve its unique sonic fingerprint.
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TECHNOLOGIES Electronics
JZ Microphones employ modern, hand-tested, solid-state and transformer-less electronics. JZ Microphones use Class A discrete circuit designs. Each component is tested and measured for maximum performance to insure the cleanest audio signal path and very low self-noise properties before any recording gear. All electronic components are hand soldered by JZ engineers. Hand soldering allows JZ engineers to avoid overheating of parts during soldering which can otherwise ruin hand selected and tested electronic components.
V47 Microphone electronics JZ Microphones that include a PAD switch have the option to lower their signal level from -5dB to -20dB. JZ Microphones PAD switch is applied right after the capsule and is designed to avoid altering low and high frequencies. Instead it simply lowers the signal level allowing the capsule to handle high sound pressure level without changing frequency response.
BH3 @ 0dB & @ -5dB graph Electronic components selected to fit our products have maximum difference of 1.5 % in their technical specifications. Only 35% of 1000 electronic components usually can pass our 1.5% test. BH1s and BT301 series microphones use custom-made components where maximum allowed difference is 0.4% therefore JZ Microphones gives a lifetime warranty for BH1s and BT301 microphones. Electronic circuit design and component selection for every JZ Microphones product is done according to the capsule properties and its special needs to grant the best possible performance and extremely low self noise before any gear in the recording chain.
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BT 201 with 3 changeable heads BT201 Series microphones feature a specially engineered shape to achieve improved directivity of polar patterns. BT301 microphones have the same body shape advantages as BT201 but it is important to know that the capsule cannot be removed from BT301 as it is fixed and does not provide magnetic connection.
BT301
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U47 screen vs. JZ Vintage All Vintage Series microphones have an innovative, built in, head-to-body shock-mount system. All Vintage Series microphones include a heavy-duty, adjustable, swivel mount for positioning. This eliminates the need for a mic clip.
V47 & V67 microphones with adjustable swivel mounts All JZ Microphones capsules are internally shock-mounted to avoid diaphragm damage and to avoid unwanted handling noise. None of JZ Microphones heads are ball shaped because ball shapes can alter the sonic characteristics. 8|Page www.jzmic.com
TECHNOLOGIES Accessories
BH Series accessories BH|SPK is a shock and pop kit engineered specifically for Black Hole series microphones. The BH|SPK is very compact to avoid unwanted reverberations that can appear when using large spider type shock-mounts. The pop filter features a special 3 dimensional shape and screen costruction. This unique shape helps disperse breath velocity to reduce plosive sounds.
Pop-filter front
BH3with BH-SPK
JZI|7 is an optional shock-mount for the BT201 and BT301 Series with extremely effective damping characteristics due to its special composite material construction. These shock-mounts are made by Rycote with JZ Microphones specifications. JZ|HLDR is a simple, optional microphone clip for the BT201 and BT301 Series microphones.
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BH1s
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Black Hole Serieries Wooden Case Black Hole Series microphones package includes: Wooden case Black Hole Series microphone Standard shock-mount Thumb screw Owners Manual Warranty Sheet Never try to open the microphone otherwise your warranty will be void.
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Pop - filter
Attachment Legs
BH|SPK Package BH|SPK package includes: Pop Filter Attachment Legs Cradle Shock-mount Yoke Owners Manual Warranty Sheet
Craddle
Shock-mount Yoke
BH series optional shock-mount and pop-filter kit BH-SPK is available as different product and the pricing is listed in JZ Microphones pricelists. This optional shock-mount, pop-filter kit fits to BH series microphones only. 12|Page www.jzmic.com
Vintage V47
Vintage V67
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Vintage Series Wooden Case Vintage Series microphones package includes: Wooden case Vintage Series microphone Owners Manual Warranty sheet Never try to open the microphone otherwise warranty is void. Always remove the shipping screw located at the back of all Vintage series microphone otherwise it will not sound properly. 14|Page www.jzmic.com
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BT201|3 Series Wooden Case BT201|1 Package includes: Wooden case BT201 microphone with cardioid capsule Owners Manual Warranty sheet
JZ|HLDR Package
JZI|7 Package
We highly recommend use of JZI|7 with any pencil type microphone as it gives amazing damping qualities. Never try to open the microphone otherwise warranty is void. When a BT201 microphone is connected, always turn off the volume while changing BT201 capsules.
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BT301 Series Wooden Case BT301 Package includes: Wooden case BT301 microphone Owners Manual Warranty Sheet We highly recommend use of JZI|7 with any pencil type microphone as it gives amazing damping qualities where it is needed. Never try to remove the head of BT301 because it is fixed to the body and it is not meant to be removable. Never try to open the microphone otherwise warranty is void.
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Optional accessories Model BT|H BT|O BT|P BH|SPK JZI|7 JZ|HLDR Description Open cardioid capsule Omni capsule Open cardioid -20dB capsule Shock-mount and pop-filter kit Shock-mount Micophone holder
Included accessories Microphone BH1s BH1 BH2 BH3 V47 V67 BT301 BT201|1 BT201|3 BT201|3S 20|Page Accessory Standard shock-mount, thumb screw Standard shock-mount, thumb screw Standard shock-mount, thumb screw Standard shock-mount, thumb screw BT|H, BT|P 2 x BT|H, 2 x BT|P
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BT301 Series microphones BT301 1 x Wooden Case 1 x BT301 Microphone 1 x Owners Manual 1 x Warranty Sheet
Accessories BT|H 1 x Small Cartoon box 1 x Open Cardioid capsule 1 x Owners Manual 1 x Warranty Sheet BH|SPK 1 x Cartoon box 1 x Pop-filter 1 x Shock-mount Yoke 1 x Craddle Mount 2 x Connection Legs 1 x Owners Manual 1 x Warranty Sheet 21|Page BT|O 1 x Small Cartoon box 1 x Omni Capsule 1 x Owners Manual 1 x Warranty Sheet JZI|7 1 x Small Cartoon box 1 x JZI|7 Shock-mount 1 x Owners Manual 1 x Warranty Sheet BT|P 1 x Small Cartoon box 1 x Open Cardioid -20dB capsule 1 x Owners Manual 1 x Warranty Sheet JZ|HLDR 1 x Small Cartoon box 1 x JZ|HLDR Microphone holder 1 x Owners Manual 1 x Warranty Sheet
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V47 Cardioid
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Rafa Sardina 11 Grammy Winner Engineer, mixer Stevie Wonder, Dr. Dre, Dru Hill, Luis Miguel When it comes to microphones, I keep my Black Hole at the top of my mic arsenal. Truly stunning on acoustic instruments. So clear, smooth, and versatile. A real winner in all applications!
Rob Chiarelli Mixer, producer, engineer Will Smith, Janet Jackson, Ray Charles, Madonna The Black Hole is a beautiful microphone for vocals and acoustic instruments. It sounds like the C800g for onethird the price. I love the sound of this mic!
Bryan Carlstrom Producer, engineer, mixer Alice in Chains, Rob Zombie, The OffSpring The clarity and smoothness was amazing, reminding me of a really good sounding vintage U87.
Andy Gill Producer, engineer, mixer Jesus lizard, Gang of four, Red hot chilli peppers, Bono It gives impression of complete transparency. I used it on vocals and have no hesitations in choosing it over a U67. I was surprised and delighted just so good the mic is. 24|Page www.jzmic.com
Sylvia Massy Producer, engineer, mixer Tool, Aerosmith, SOAD, Red Hot Chilli Peppers Besides having a beautiful and unique design, the Black Hole is a versatile microphone for many applications including acoustic guitar, piano and vocals. I love this mic, it is a work of art!
Dave Jerden Producer, engineer, mixer The Rolling Stones, Social Distortion, Alice in Chains The Black Hole is a three polar pattern microphone that you can use in any application that you uses U87 or AKG C 414. It is a gorgeous mic and I highly recommend it.
Steve Orchard Producer, engineer, mixer Air Studios - U2, Travis, Paul McCartney, films: Casino Royale, Moulin Rouge, Charlie & The Chocolate Factory It is a unique sounding mic which sounds full and presents & captures high frequencies and transients beautifully.
Derek Bramble Mixer, producer, engineer American Idol, David Bowie, Whitney Houston, Anastacia, No Angels One thing I love about this mic is I just set it up and go. It sounds great with no EQ or compression. I get really nice open sound with nice air. I own a lot of classic mics like C12S, Neumanns, Brauner etc., but this is now my Go to mic! 25|Page www.jzmic.com
Tino Oac Producer, Mixer, Songwriter, Artist Sohnes Mannheims, Backstreet Boys, Tic Tac Toe, No Angels The Black Hole is one of the best microphone for vocals and acoustic instruments. Im really impressed with the way it sounds. Certainly in terms of price performance wise, it is as good as any microphone two times the price. I love this mic!
Duke Robillard Guitarist, song writter, singer, producer I used a pair of Black Holes on a Steinway Grand Piano for recording and they sounded amazing! Its really great mic!
Chris Sorem Engineer, producer Melanoid I own two of the BH-1 Dual capsules, and have had great results in every application. I`ve used them on a grand, A/B with Klaus U87 and went with the JZ. Excelent on Strings as well! I Would definetely recomend them if you got the cash.
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Eric McCoy Engineer, producer The Black Hole is not only a fantastic vocal mic, but excellent on many other sources. On both male and female vocals weve found the BH-1 to have unbelievable clarity and definition. It is our go-to mic for vocals. Weve also had great results with recording acoustic guitars, banjo, violin and drums with the Black Hole. Acoustic guitars sound huge and clear. Its great as a room mic (omni) for drums completely translates the vibe of our live room into our recordings. Thanks for making such a wonderful, versatile microphone.
Sebastian Roos Singer, songwriter, producer Im a proud owner of the Black Hole and BT-201 microphones from JZ Microphones. Its very easy going mics with wonderful top and clearness. BT-201 for acoustic guitar is something Ill never replace and the Black Hole for my lead vocals sessions is religion...The sound of these mics is so saturated but also with a beautiful brilliance. I cant find a better sounding mic and the price is so right. Check it out- you wont be dissapointed!
Elaine E. Clark Voiceover coach Voiceover Training and Acting Workshops The Black Hole is crisp and clear, realistic sound has great cut through on the web and in broadcast. Ive used it to record e-learning modules, toy voices, phone greeting cards, museum tour narrations, and commercials. Added bonus is that breathing and mouth noises are dramatically reduced, saving me tons of time in post.
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USER FEEDBACKS AND USAGE TIPS BT 201 and BT301 series microphones
Michael Wagener Producer, engineer, mixer Metallica, Queen, Ozzy Ozbourne, Alice Cooper I tried the combination of a BT-201 and BT-301 on acoustic guitar and it was the best sound Ive heard from any new microphone.
Steve Orchard Producer, engineer, mixer Air Studios - U2, Travis, Paul McCartney, films: Casino Royale, Moulin Rouge, Charlie & The Chocolate Factory When I was getting the acoustic guitar sound for Porcupine Trees new album I set up a pair of excellent c12s & also set up the Black Hole & the BT-201 in a stereo configuration. When comparing the 2 sets of mics the JZ mics were by far the best sounding crisp & present, I was amazed!
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