KLOVER MiK 16
The lightweight parabolic microphone — broadcast clarity in a three-pound handheld.
Originally created for baseball stadiums where the MiK 26 could obstruct the fan's view, the smaller dish makes the MiK 16 ideal for security applications where discreet audio capture is needed, and for professionals across industries who need mobility without sacrificing range.
The handheld models (KLOVER MiK 16 and KLOVER MiK 16 Broadcast) are constructed with our new deeper dish that provides a tighter pickup pattern. The new dish provides a pickup pattern very similar to the KLOVER MiK 09 and the KLOVER MiK 26, making it an excellent long-range parabolic microphone for long-distance recording.
The stationary models (“KLOVER MiK 16 Hard Mount”, “KLOVER MiK 16 Sound Shield”, and the “KLOVER MiK 16 in Enclosure”) are still constructed with our original dish. The original dish provides a slightly wider pickup pattern than the KLOVER MiK 09 and the KLOVER MiK 26. (We can build any model with either dish upon request.)
Available Models
KLOVER MiK 16
$1,399
Our new third generation “K” model includes two handles allowing operators to use both hands to hold the parabolic and be more accurate.
KLOVER MiK 16 Broadcast
$1,699
Our newest model provides a plate for mounting your electronics and a neck strap to reduce operator fatigue.
KLOVER MiK 16 Hard Mount
$1,289
Clear acrylic mounting plate instead of handles for nearly invisible, stationary mounting options.
KLOVER MiK 16 Sound Shield
$1,639
Clear polycarbonate mounting dish instead of handles for increased sound isolation and nearly invisible stationery mounting options.
KLOVER MiK 16 in Enclosure
From $3,639
The heart of our KLOVER MiK 16 is supported and protected by a sturdy enclosure.
Customer Testimonials
Hear what professionals around the world are saying about the KLOVER MiK 16 parabolic microphone.
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“As a result of this successful setup, we will continue to use the KLOVER MiK Parabolic microphone kits in remote classroom systems and future interactive cinema deployments for years to come.”
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Steven B. Cohen
Industry Principal, HCL America — Client -
“It has really enhanced the viewer perspective. A lot of times in the comments we would notice people saying they couldn’t hear the questions that clearly (especially if media members were sitting in the back of the room).”
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Ray Doyle
Live Producer - Philadelphia Eagles — Client -
“They (the KLOVER MiK 16) simply did what other mics couldn’t do. We pick up sounds and hear conversations happening at a whisper level at a great distance. This is something that other microphones and other technologies simply couldn’t do based on the distance of these boats to the camera.”
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Dan Beckham
Broadcast / Social Media Coordinator - Head of the Charles Regatta — Client -
“I’ve had a setup I’ve used for baseball for several years, but at the Little League World Series, we had to set up the shotgun mics back in a hallway that had the scorekeepers and other people walking around. I always ended up capturing ‘extra voices.’ When I switched to Klover (KLOVER MiK 16), all that went away.”
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Devin Barnhart
ESPN Audio Mixer — Client -
“The parabs (KLOVER MiK 16s) are great. We have only gotten to use them with volleyball and soccer broadcasts, but they have really added a great sound to the show!”
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Weston Carter
Director of Video Services, Media Systems Auburn Athletics Department — Client -
“We just finished our first home stand and we loved the (KLOVER MiK-16) parabs. They sound so great! You can hear the pop of a mitt and the crack of a bat so crisply. They look sharp on television as well.”
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Andrew Halverson
Director, Broadcast Minnesota Twins Baseball Club — Client -
“My team recently purchased a KLOVER MiK 16 Sound Shield and are thrilled with the performance. We are looking to buy a couple more full KLOVER MiK 16 SS kits as a result.”
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Tactical Ops / CTC-IS NCOIC
US Army National Training Center Operations Group — Client -
“The mic (KLOVER MiK 16) is awesome. I just used it this last weekend. It has always captured awesome audio and its easy to store and put together.”
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Matthew Cunningham
Audio Technician — Client -
“I can say it (KLOVER MiK 16) localizes and amplifies/concentrates the animal vocalizations better than any other technology I have used.”
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Kathryn Rohr
Nature Enthusiast — Client -
“I used them (KLOVER MiK 16s) for the 2013 ALCS and World Series, and they worked great. I also used them for the MLB World Series in Sydney, Australia, where I was forced to be much further from the action than normal, and they performed really well. I will definitely use them again.”
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Joe Carpenter
Audio Engineer (Baseball Mixer Extraordinaire) — Client
Highly Reflective Dish
Our stiff, highly reflective dish material is made from ballistics-grade plastic and provides a fuller audio signal, ensuring superior range and directionality for different audio applications.
Lightweight
Weighing just under 3 pounds, the KLOVER MiK 16 parabolic microphone is easy to operate and transport, making it a versatile parabolic mic for various applications like streaming, sports broadcasting, and nature study.
Vibration Insulation
We use specialty vibration isolation bushings on all attachments and handles to eliminate noise that may come from an operator’s movement. This ensures crisp, clear audio capture from long distances.
Modular Construction
Attachments such as microphone yokes and handles are designed to be interchangeable so you can customize your KLOVER MiK for different jobs and easily replace damaged parts. The dish is designed to be safely stacked without scratching the critical internal surface, and its modular design is perfect for creating your own parabolic microphone kit.
Versatile Setup
With three different mounting systems, you can operate the KLOVER MiK 16 by hand or permanently affix it for nearly invisible audio capture. Its design makes it ideal as both a camera-mounted microphone and handheld device, perfect for professional settings like newscasting, documentaries, and law enforcement.
Designed For Safety
PVC is brittle and creates sharp, spear-like edges if broken. Metal parts can also cause serious injury to the operator and athlete. However, our carbon fiber parts crush upon impact. All protruding studs have also been removed from the front of the dish. (Click on the “Why KLOVER” / “Quality & Safety” menu item to see why we care about this.)
