Audio-Technica BP4071 Shotgun Condenser Mic with free BP40 shock mount worth £90!

The BP4071 is a shotgun (interference-tube) condenser microphone — designed for broadcast, film/TV, video, theatre, and location-sound work. Its “line gradient” polar pattern means it’s highly directional: it picks up sound mainly from in front of it while rejecting off-axis noise. That makes it ideal for capturing dialogue or targeted sound from a distance (e.g. boom pole, film set, outdoors). It has a wide frequency response (20 Hz – 20 kHz), so it’s capable of cleanly capturing full-spectrum audio. Includes useful controls: a switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter, to roll off low-frequency rumble or background hum, and a 10 dB pad, useful when recording loud sources or preventing overload. With its direct-coupled, balanced output and relatively low self-noise (~13 dB SPL), the BP4071 delivers clean, low-noise audio suitable for professional-level recording environments. Physical build: 395 mm long (~15.5″), lightweight (about 136 g), with 3-pin XLR output — standard for pro audio rigs.  What this mic is good for The BP4071 is particularly suited for: Film/TV/video production (boom-pole work, location shooting) — capturing dialogue and clean sound from a distance with good directionality. Broadcast or theatre applications. Outdoor or field recording where controlled pickup and off-axis noise rejection is important (e.g. interviews, wildlife ambience, documentary work). Any scenario where you need a long-reach, directional condenser mic that doesn’t require being right next to the sound source.