ausrock said:
When can we expect to see the B series, other new products and their associated pricing here in Aust.
How does the base model "B" equate to the C1.
Which of the B series would you recommend for overheads, if any.
Chris,
Ok, the B Series is in production. We have sent them the final packaging files, so my guess is I will have them in 45 to 60 days. Mick has them on order, so a week or so after that for you.
The VTB-1 may be delayed a few weeks as the LED's are backordered a few weeks...dammit!
As for overheads, the B1 is very nice, but the price is so cheap, the B3 would be my choice as a result of the pattern control. One of our beta testers here has been using a pair of B1's for many different applications. He did a church choir overhead using two B1's and was knocked out by the results. He really likes the B1's, and this guy has some very impressive mics.
The B Series is not as colored as the C Series, so the B Series does not have the "Vintage" sound. They are very clean and crisp with more of a natural sound to them. I must say, I am very impressed by them, but you would expect me to say that, so hopefully no one will start the kill Alan for spaming!
The response should be very good on these mics once they start shipping. I have done heavy comparisons with all the low end mics, and the B Series really stands out. For $79.00 US for the B1, those that can should buy a pair right away. Anyway, we shall see what happens soon enough.
regards,
Alan Hyatt
PMI Audio Group