Audio Technica BP4073 (BP-4073) Line and Gradient Condenser Microphone (233mm long). With an overall length of just 9.17" and weight of just 3.5 oz, this microphone adds virtually no heft to the end of a fish pole or the top of a minicam. Through the use of an innovative Audio-Technica design, the interference tube of the BP4073 provides a narrow acceptance angle, effective for long-distance pickup. The highly directional mics offer low self-noise and are fully RoHS-compliant - free from all substances specified in the EU directive on the reduction of hazardous substances (RoHS). NOTE: This mic requires phantom power.

Specifications:

Element: Externally polarized (DC bias) capacitor
Polar Pattern: Line + gradient
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
Low Frequency Roll Off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
Open Circuit Sensitivity -29 dB (35.5 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Impedance: 50 ohms
Maximum Input Sound Level: 141 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.; 151 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
Dynamic Range: 128 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
Signal to Noise Ratio: 81 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Phantom Power Requiremens: 48V DC, 4.8 mA typical
Weight: 99 g (3.5 oz)
Dimensions: 233.0 mm (9.17") long, 21.0 mm (0.83") maximum body diameter
Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type

Hire costs:

Standard rates - £40/day, £120/week

Concessionary rates - £20/day, £60/week