The Countryman Type 85 is a compact direct box that connects instruments with high impedance pickups, such as piezo pickups to a balanced XLR type microphone input. The Type 85 utilizes high quality components and class A circuitry to ensure pristine audio fidelity and lowest possible noise floor. A ground lift switch further minimizes noise and hum caused by faulty electrical lines. The Type 85 operates via +48 Volt external phantom power or 9 Volt alkaline battery.

The Type 85 uses high quality discrete components into a single ended class A circuit resulting in smooth, pristine audio fidelity with low noise floor.

Internal electronics are molded into a solid epoxy block and protected against electrical damage. The outer casing is a single piece featuring extra thick walls.

A ground lift switch eliminates noise and buzz caused by faulty electrical wiring.

Pickup mode and Speaker mode switch allows -10dB and -46dB operation.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this record 4K 60p internally at 10-bit 4:2:2?

A: For UHD 4K 60P, the BGH1 can record at 10-bit 4:2:0 If you need 10-bit 4:2:2, this camera can record at 4K 30P.

Q: 2. Does it work with octa-m rapid box?

A: Yes, the following item will work with the octa-m rapid box.

Q: 3. Will 2 Profoto A1's work with this...

A: This product is just the plate (I think), they'll likely work with the Rapid Box Duo but you'll have to get your ruler out and maybe contact Westcott. I can say however it's a top shelf piece of kit.

Q: 4. does this camera have an App like the Panasonic Image App that I use with my GH4?

A: There are Tether Apps and other LUMIX functions, but we cannot confirm if this is the same as that of the GH4.

Q: 5. Is the BGH1 compatible with Panasonic's CGA-D54 battery?

A: It is only recommended to use the Panasonic batteries AG-VBR59, AG-VBR89, AG-VBR118.

Q: 6. does it support sony Lens or need a adapter to use sony lens?

A: It does not, since the Sony E-mount flange focal distance (18.00mm) is shorter than the Micro Four Thirds flange focal distance (19.25mm).

Q: 7. Hi team, I was just wondering what flash zoom would work better with deflector plate? Wide ie 24mm or something like 100mm, for better flash power output and filling up the whole rapid box with light. Thank you

A: The longer zoom setting is best. I actually put the plate on the other way so the dished part faces forward as it is more reflective and smooth. I did not check with meter but it would seem to help. The light output is soft and even either way. Cheers.

Q: 8. I heard that the BGH1 doesn't output anamorphic desqueeze over HDMI. Dows it output it over the 3G-SDI ?

A: no it will not output de-squeezed anamorphic over SDI

Q: 9. What would you need to purchase extra to make this work with the Aperature LS60; as well, same qustion, with the Amaran Cobb?

A: The following cookie insert shown below is needed in order to mount the Westcott Rapid Box Switch Strip Softbox 1 x 3 to both Aputure systems: Westcott Rapid Box Switch / Beauty Dish Switch Insert for Bowens Flash Heads B&H # WE2530, MFR # 2530

Q: 10. Does the Westcott Rapid Box Strip throw off the color temperature?

A: There is no change in color temperature when using this softbox. Color temperature change has more to do with the flash that is being used inside of it.