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Avantone BV 12 Facts: 113 Specifications & 38 Highlights

Thinking of upgrading your setup? The Avantone BV 12 brings 113 specs & features to the table — including killer features like general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces.

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A fast snapshot of the Avantone BV 12, covering its standout specification and what you can expect right out of the box.

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Avantone BV 12 is a large diaphragm tube condenser microphone delivering rich vintage warmth and silky high frequencies. Designed for premium studio vocals and instruments with classic analog character.

Specifications & Facts 113

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Is the Avantone BV 12 worth it? Compare its 113 specs — including the well-loved general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces — plus price and performance vs other microphones.

General Information 16

Avantone BV 12 Product Type

What is the product type?

77 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Condenser

46 Microphones in this range Condenser

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Type is Condenser, which indicates a capacitor-based capsule suited for sensitive, detailed studio capture.

Condenser microphones are typically used for vocals and acoustic instruments where transient detail matters.

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

Avantone BV 12 Model Name

What is the model name?

63 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Avantone BV‑12

42 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Model name is Avantone BV‑12, used for product identification across packaging and documentation.

Referencing the model helps ensure compatibility with accessories and replacement parts.

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

Avantone BV 12 Form Factor

What is the form factor?

52 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Side‑Address

39 Microphones in this range Handheld

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

The form factor is Side‑Address, meaning the capsule is mounted so you speak across the side of the microphone body rather than into the end.

This orientation is common for studio large-diaphragm condenser mics.

Describes the physical style of the microphone.

Avantone BV 12 Connectivity Type

What is the connectivity type?

32 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Wired, XLR

32 Microphones in this range Wired, XLR

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Connectivity is Wired via XLR, providing a balanced analog output suitable for professional preamps and interfaces.

XLR wiring helps minimize noise over long cable runs.

Defines how the microphone connects to devices.

Avantone BV 12 Polar Pattern Type

What is the polar pattern type?

62 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Omnidirectional, Cardioid, Figure-8

44 Microphones in this range Cardioid

Identifies the default pickup pattern.

Avantone BV 12 Intended Use

What is the intended use?

77 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Studio

47 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

Describes the primary application area.

Dimensions & Weight 7

Avantone BV 12 Capsule Diameter

What is the capsule diameter?

0.91 inch 0Votes
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1.1 inch (Average)

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Capsule diameter is 0.91 inch (≈ 2.31 cm), indicating a large-diaphragm element that contributes to warmth and sensitivity.

Larger capsules often provide fuller low-mid response and a characteristic tonal color.

The diameter of the microphone capsule.

Avantone BV 12 Width

What is the width?

1.8 inch 0Votes
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2.83 inch (Average)

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Avantone BV 12

Overall width is 1.8 inch (≈ 4.57 cm), reflecting a compact body profile for close mounting and ease of placement.

Compact dimensions make it simpler to position near other instruments or in tight mic racks.

The microphone’s overall width.

Avantone BV 12 Depth

What is the depth?

1.8 inch 0Votes
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3.38 inch (Average)

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Depth measures 1.8 inch (≈ 4.57 cm), consistent with a compact, cylindrical microphone body.

This helps with fitment in tight mic arrays and mounting systems.

The microphone’s overall depth.

Avantone BV 12 Height

What is the height?

9.5 inch 0Votes
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7.41 inch (Average)

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Avantone BV 12

Height is 9.5 inch (≈ 24.13 cm), which accommodates internal capsule spacing and acoustic design for the mic.

A taller body can allow for internal baffling and shock isolation features.

The microphone’s overall height.

Avantone BV 12 Weight

What is the weight?

1.8 lbs 0Votes
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1.22 lbs (Average)

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Weight is 1.8 lbs (≈ 0.82 kg), making the microphone reasonably light for mounting on standard stands and booms.

The relatively low weight helps reduce stress on clamps and reduces the chance of stand tipping.

The microphone’s physical weight.

Avantone BV 12 Cable Length

What is the cable length?

15 ft 0Votes
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11.29 ft (Average)

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Includes a cable length of 15 ft (≈ 4.57 m), giving flexibility in mic placement from stands to consoles.

This length suits small-to-medium studio setups without needing an extension.

Length of the included or integrated cable.

Audio Performance 17

Avantone BV 12 Frequency Response (Max)

What is the maximum frequency response?

16,000 Hz 0Votes
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19,042.46 Hz (Average)

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Upper frequency response reaches 16000 Hz, suitable for capturing detailed high-frequency content such as sibilance and instrument overtones.

This complements the lower-frequency response for full-range recording of many sources.

The highest frequency the mic can capture.

Avantone BV 12 Sensitivity

What is the sensitivity?

-38 dBV/Pa 0Votes
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-39.54 dBV/Pa (Average)

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Sensitivity is -38 dBV/Pa, indicating the microphone's electrical output level for a standard sound pressure.

This sensitivity level typically pairs well with professional preamps without requiring excessive gain.

Output level relative to sound pressure.

Avantone BV 12 Max SPL

What is the maximum SPL?

136 dB 0Votes
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138.59 dB (Average)

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Maximum SPL is 136 dB, so the mic can handle loud sound sources like drums or guitar cabinets without significant distortion.

This headroom makes it versatile for dynamic and loud acoustic sources.

The maximum loudness before distortion.

Avantone BV 12 Directionality

What is the directionality?

51 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Omnidirectional, Cardioid, Hypercardioid, Supercardioid

33 Microphones in this range Unidirectional

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Supports Omnidirectional, Cardioid, Hypercardioid, and Supercardioid polar patterns, giving flexibility for different recording scenarios.

These options let you tailor directivity for isolation, room capture, or controlled off-axis rejection.

General pickup orientation.

Avantone BV 12 Low-Cut Filter

What is the low-cut filter cutoff?

80 Hz 0Votes
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101.82 Hz (Average)

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Built-in low-cut filter at 80 Hz to reduce low-frequency rumble and handling noise.

Engaging this helps clean up recordings of voice and many instruments by removing subsonic content.

Removes low-end rumble.

Avantone BV 12 Stereo/Mono Mode

What mode is supported?

17 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Mono

26 Microphones in this range Mono

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Operates in Mono mode, appropriate for single-source capture like vocals or solo instruments.

Mono output is standard for most studio microphone signals.

Determines recording mode.

Connectivity & Interfaces 9

Avantone BV 12 Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

37 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes XLR

32 Microphones in this range XLR

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

Avantone BV 12 Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

Yes 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

Avantone BV 12 Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

47 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Balanced

34 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Lists output signal formats available.

Avantone BV 12 Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

Avantone BV 12 Multi-Device Pairing

Does it support multi-device pairing?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.

Avantone BV 12 Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

97 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Balanced

52 Microphones in this range Balanced

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Power & Battery 5

Avantone BV 12 Power Source

What is the power source?

47 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes External Adapter

40 Microphones in this range Phantom

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Power is provided via External Adapter, so the microphone relies on an external power source rather than internal batteries.

This tends to provide stable powering suitable for studio use.

Defines how the microphone is powered.

Avantone BV 12 Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

Avantone BV 12 Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

Avantone BV 12 External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

Yes 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

Avantone BV 12 Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 18

Avantone BV 12 Multi-Mode Switch

Does the microphone have a multi-mode switch?

Yes 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Provides a multi-mode switch to change operating modes or polar patterns directly on the microphone.

This lets you adapt the mic's behavior quickly without external gear.

Shows whether the microphone includes a switch to toggle between different recording modes or polar patterns.

Avantone BV 12 Onboard Controls

What onboard controls are available?

37 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Switches

23 Microphones in this range Switches

Types of direct physical controls.

Avantone BV 12 Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

Avantone BV 12 Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

Avantone BV 12 Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

Avantone BV 12 Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

Build & Design 15

Avantone BV 12 Grill Material

What is the grill material?

57 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Metal

39 Microphones in this range Metal

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Grill material is Metal, offering durable protection for the capsule and better survivability in stage and studio environments.

Metal grilles also serve as a first line of pop and physical impact protection.

The material of the protective mic grill.

Avantone BV 12 Shock Mount

Is a shock mount included?

Yes 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Includes a shock mount to isolate the capsule from mechanical vibrations and reduce handling noise.

This improves clarity when the mic is used on stands or booms that transmit physical movement.

Whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibrations.

Avantone BV 12 Detachable Mount

Is the mount detachable?

Yes 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

The microphone includes a detachable mount, allowing quick removal for transport or to swap mounting hardware.

This makes it easier to fit the mic to different stands or shock mounts without tools.

If the mount can be detached for flexibility.

Avantone BV 12 Swivel/Pivot Capability

Does it have swivel/pivot capability?

Yes 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Offers swivel/pivot capability on the mount for fine-grained positioning without re-clamping the stand.

This aids in aiming the capsule precisely at the source.

Whether the microphone head or stand can rotate.

Avantone BV 12 Internal Shockmount

Is there an internal shockmount for the capsule?

Yes 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Contains an internal shockmount to reduce transmission of mechanical vibrations to the capsule, improving recorded clarity.

An internal shockmount simplifies setup by removing the need for an external isolation cradle.

Capsule isolation that reduces handling noise.

Avantone BV 12 Body Material

What is the body material?

57 Avantone BV 12 0 Votes Brass

37 Microphones in this range Metal

The main structural material of the microphone body.

Package & Accessories 11

Avantone BV 12 Cables

Are cables included?

Yes 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Cables are included with the microphone so you can connect it immediately to compatible preamps or interfaces.

Inclusion of cables reduces additional purchasing and setup time.

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

Avantone BV 12 Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

Yes 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

A carrying case is included for protected transport and storage, helping prevent damage when moving the mic.

This is useful for mobile engineers and studio storage alike.

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

Avantone BV 12 Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Avantone BV 12 Adapters

Are adapters included?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

States if adapter(s) are included (e.g., XLR to 3.5mm).

Avantone BV 12 Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a clip for attaching to stands/instruments is included.

Avantone BV 12 Extra Windscreen

Is an extra windscreen included?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if a spare windscreen is included.

Certification & Compliance 2

Avantone BV 12 Warranty

What is the warranty period?

5 years 0Votes
Avantone BV 12
2.79 years (Average)

Avantone BV 12
Avantone BV 12

Includes a 5 years warranty covering manufacturing defects according to the manufacturer's terms.

Check the warranty documentation for specifics on coverage and claims procedures.

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

Avantone BV 12 Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 13

Avantone BV 12 Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

Yes 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

Avantone BV 12 DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

Avantone BV 12 AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

Avantone BV 12 Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

Avantone BV 12 Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

Avantone BV 12 Recording Profiles

Does it have recording profiles?

No 0Votes Avantone BV 12

Yes Microphones in this range

Predefined sound settings for specific uses.

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Avantone BV 12 Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0Votes
Good and clear 0Votes
Average clarity 0Votes
Distorted and unclear 0Votes

Avantone BV 12 Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0Votes
Handles noise fairly well 0Votes
Reduces some noise 0Votes
Picks up everything 0Votes

Avantone BV 12 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0Votes
Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0Votes
Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0Votes
Short — 2 to 5 hours 0Votes
Very short — Under 2 hours 0Votes

Avantone BV 12 Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0Votes
Solid — 2 to 4 years 0Votes
Average — 1 to 2 years 0Votes
Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0Votes

Avantone BV 12 Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0Votes
Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0Votes
Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0Votes
Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0Votes
Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0Votes

Avantone BV 12 Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0Votes
Somewhat okay 0Votes
Nice looking 0Votes
Stylish and modern 0Votes

Avantone BV 12 Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0Votes
Pretty good price 0Votes
Fair deal 0Votes
Kinda pricey 0Votes
Crazy expensive 0Votes

Avantone BV 12 Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0Votes
Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0Votes
Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0Votes
Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0Votes
Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0Votes

Avantone BV 12 Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0Votes
Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0Votes
Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0Votes
Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0Votes
Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0Votes

Avantone BV 12 Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0Votes
Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0Votes
Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0Votes

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