Specifications

A variety of microphones can be used with the
POCKET BLENDER. However, the Crown GLM-200
is Fishman's microphone of choice for the
BLENDER system. It is a mini-electret condenser
microphone with a hyper-cardioid response pattern.
Its high SPL rating (130 dB), small size and crystal
clear "rising" frequency response make it ideal for
close mic'ing acoustic stringed instruments.
Fishman offers the GLM-200 optimized specifically
for use with the BLENDER System.
The POCKET BLENDER provides 9 Volts of
Phantom power to the GLM- 200 via the
microphone channel. Phantom Power is sent
through the Ring of the INPUT jack.
A small Zener diode is included with the
GLM-200 microphone. It is pre-wired to both
the Bass and Violin jack assemblies (BP-
100-M, BMA, V-200-M). It is included sepa-
rately with all other kits. It will prevent harm-
ful electric spikes from damaging the micro-
phone.
NOTE: The Zener diode MUST be wired to
the output of the GLM-200. Microphones
installed without the Zener diode are not cov-
ered under warranty. However, the Zener
diode is not needed when a smart switch is
installed.
The GLM-200's small size allows it to be conveniently mounted
in or outside the sound chamber of most stringed instruments.
The microphone, with a (TRS) stereo jack included, can be
attached to the instrument using one of the following mounting
systems:
GMA - GUITAR MICROPHONE ASSEMBLY
The microphone is mounted in the sound hole with a clip that attaches to the X-brace under
the instrument's soundboard. The jack is run through the instrument's endpin hole. Soldering
and some assembly is required.
BMA - BASS MICROPHONE ASSEMBLY
The microphone is held in a isolation collar to reduce low frequency microphonics
which are common with bowed instruments. The mount attaches to a bridge foot
with an adhesive-backed nylon clip. The jack (pre-wired to Tip) mounts between
the A&D strings. . Also available with a pre-wired pickup (BP-100-M).
V-200-M - PICKUP AND MINI-MICROPHONE
The microphone is held in an isolation collar to reduce low frequency microphonics
which are common with bowed instruments. The mount is integrated into a
Carpenter-style jack that attaches above the instrument's chin rest.
UNIVERSAL MICROPHONE MOUNT
For mandolin, banjo, dulcimer, harp. A small alligator clip at one end holds the
microphone. At the other end, a set of firm-gripping rubber-covered jaws attach
to the instrument's housing.
FISHMAN POCKET BLENDER
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APPENDIX I: MICROPHONE
GLM-200
RESPONSE PATTERN
GLM-200
FREQUENCY RESPONSE CURVE
ONE STEREO CABLE
TWO MONO CABLES