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Getting Started
In order to get the most out of this, or any quality microphone,
it is essential to pair it with a good microphone pre-amplifier.
Most professional recordists prefer to have outboard preamps on
hand, and will choose solid-state or vacuum tube models based
on their unique characteristics. And, unlike many tube microphones,
the Cactus can be run through a variety of tube preamps without
excess coloration, noise, loss of detail or tube compression.
To maintain the integrity of your signal, use the BLUE Kiwi mic
cable between the 9610 power supply and the mic preamp. It is
not necessary or advisable to connect the 9610 power supply to
a 48V phantom power source. And, whenever possible, connect
the mic preamp output directly to your recorder or A/D converter,
bypassing the mixing board and any unnecessary components.
For mounting the microphone on a stand, a recessed, threaded
socket is built into the bottom of the Cactus, next to the multi-pin
output jack. The Series One cradle and adjustable yoke mount
assembly provides an alternate mounting system to enhance
positioning, and is shock mounted to isolate the microphone
body from low frequency vibrations conducted through the
stand. The cradle mount also functions as a base for the wire
mesh pop filter.
To fit the Cactus into this assembly, first stretch the elastic bands
on the yoke mount over the two knurled nuts on each side of
the cradle mount. Then slide the microphone into the cradle
mount, with the thumbscrew at the front of the mic (under the
Cactus with Series One Shock/Pop
BLUE logo). Tighten the thumbscrew until the mic is secure within
the cradle mount and won't slip out when hanging upside down.
The angle of the yoke mount can be swiveled and adjusted with
the large thumbscrew.
Whether you are using the microphone on its own, or with the
Series One mount, you may find it easiest to 1) loosen the boom
stand arm or threaded end of the mic stand, 2) grasp the mic or
mount assembly in one hand, and 3) screw the mic stand threads
into the mount, without over-tightening. This procedure will
assure that the elastic shockmount bands stay in place, and
eliminates any possibility of damage to the mic.
SAFETY NOTES: Do not attach the multi-pin Champagne cable to
the Cactus until it has first been attached to a stand. Once the
microphone body is secure, connect the Champagne cable to the
Cactus and the 9610 power supply, and then turn on the 9610
to begin the warm-up process. At the end of a session, be sure
to turn off the 9610 power supply before disconnecting the
Champagne cable.
To secure the delicate capsule during transport and shipping, three
brass set screws are provided. These screws should be mounted
in the solid metal ring around the circumference of the grille
when you first take the microphone out of its case. Remove
these screws before using the microphone, and replace them
(once the 9610 power supply has been turned off) if you will be
transporting or shipping the microphone.
work properly if the security screws are not removed.
Capsule and Pattern Characteristics
At the heart of the Cactus is a multi-pattern variation of the B7
Bottle microphone capsule. This large diaphragm, single backplate
capsule is our contemporary version of the unmistakably warm
sound ascribed to the great 1950's tube microphones. A boost in
the upper midrange response brings out just the right amount of
intimate detail for vocal tracks, without emphasizing sibilance.
The B7 exhibits a silky, slightly compressed tone, with less high
end presence boost than the B6/B0 Bottle capsules and related
capsules in our Mouse and Blueberry microphones. Its smooth,
natural highs and abundance of
tone make the Cactus ideally
suited to saxophones, electric
guitar, organ, acoustic bass, and
other solo instruments as well.
Acoustic guitar, hand percussion,
drums, and other critical high
end sources also shine in front
of the Cactus. The precision-
crafted BLUE electronics add
an extra measure of presence
that enables the most delicate
Your Cactus mic will not