Behringer C-1 Studio Condenser Microphone

Key Features

• Cardioid Pickup Pattern: Focuses on sound from the front while rejecting noise from the sides and rear, ideal for controlled recording environments.

• Frequency Response: 40Hz–20kHz, providing a broad range suitable for various recording applications.

• Maximum SPL: 136dB, allowing it to handle loud sound sources without distortion.

• Construction: Die-cast metal body with a shock-mounted capsule and a gold-plated XLR connector, ensuring durability and high-quality signal transmission.

• Phantom Power: Requires 36–42V phantom power, typically supplied by audio interfaces or mixers.

Behringer C-1 Performance

• Sound Quality: The C-1 delivers clear and transparent audio with a slight high-frequency boost, making it suitable for capturing vocals and instruments.

• Noise Handling: While it offers good noise rejection, some users have reported issues with background hum, often related to grounding problems in the recording setup.

• Build Quality: The microphone’s metal body ensures durability, but the included plastic mount and carrying case may feel less robust.

• Ease of Use: Requires phantom power and an XLR connection, which may necessitate additional equipment like an audio interface or mixer.