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Studio Projects C1

Item ID: C1Mic

Large-diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone with Shock Mount

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Affordable Studio Quality Recordings!

When we first heard the C1, we couldn't believe our ears. The C1 performs and sounds so much like a microphone ten times its price that we had to go back and check with Studio Projects! We were right about the price, and we're still amazed. For vocals, this large diaphragm cardioid microphone rivals some of the better known, more high-profile microphones out there; we've even heard some audio professionals call the C1 one of the best vocal microphones in the world. But vocals are just the beginning of the C1's many possible uses. This flexible microphone is also ideal for close mic'ing amplifiers, broadcast applications, and a wide variety of other recording tasks. The C1 features a pressure-gradient transducer employing high-quality transformerless design and extremely low noise. As a result of uncompromising dedication and advanced production capabilities, Studio Projects has broken the barrier of quality vs. price for today's professional or project recording studio environment. Included with the C1 are a spider-web shockmount, windscreen, and a case. Order today and experience true pro quality in a large condenser - at an unbelievably low price!

Included Accessories
  • Shock mounted elastic suspension
  • Foam wind screen
  • Case

Features
  • Pressure-Gradient Transducer: 1.06" (27mm) 6um mylar diaphragm
  • Selectable High Pass Filter (75Hz & 150Hz)
  • Selectable -10db or -20dB Pad
  • Designed for the professional and home project studio
  • A do-all, general purpose recording Mic
  • Great for close miking amplifiers with high sound pressure levels
  • Production, broadcast, and voice-over work
  • A quality vocal mic suitable for most vocal styles

Specification Detail
Microphone Type Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Diaphragm Size 1.06" (27mm)
Frequency Response 30Hz-20kHz
Max SPL 131dB SPL (1kHz at 1% THD)
Output Impedance 200 ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio 77dB
Self Noise 17dB (A weighted)
Low Cut Filter 75Hz and 150Hz, -6dB
Pads -10dB, -20dB
Color Silver
Connector XLR
Weight 1.68 lbs.
Included Accessories Shock mount, Windscreen, Carry case
Manufacturer Part Number C1

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My experience was outstanding! I feel like I'm back in the 1950's when customer service was worth its weight in gold! I love the candy and personal phone call to acknowledge my order. You deliver the goods with superior efficiency, expediency and true concern for the customer.


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Reviews

based on 57 reviews

Astounding

by from Nashville, TN
April 23, 2012
Music Background: Studio Engineer
For the money this is the best vocal mic out there. You still are getting a budget mic, not a U87; but the sound quality is outstanding. I have used this on several sessions since purchasing it, and I... read more [+] am yet to be disappointing (especially since an hour in the studio has it paid for) close [-]

RJ KANEAO C-1 REVIEW

by RJ KANEAO from waikoloa,hi usa
April 8, 2012
Music Background: indie recording artist, professional musician,producer and engineer (studio owner)
This Mic has been the go to Mic for years in my studio. I've had a bunch of other brands at many times the cost and still I choose this every single time.. Studio Projects whole line is awesome and th... read more [+]e price you can't beat it! close [-]

This is the Mic!

by from
December 29, 2011
Music Background: Recording Engineer
This mic just sounds great! The biggest thing I notice is that I'm not doing any eq'ing afterwards. The sound I'm getting on vocals just sits perfectly in the mix. It has a nice 'presence' with a high... read more [+] quality sound with just the right bump in the high end. Midrange is clean too! I've found that if you have a clean midrange things sounds way better. Also, I'm using a Golden Age Pre-73 preamp with it which is sweet too! One weird thing is that ran it direct into my board and it sounded great that way too. I can tell you one thing this mic blows away my AKG C4000b by a mile. The AKG is muddy and not very flattering to say the least and I paid a bunch more for it. close [-]

Love This mic

by from Port Arthur, Texas USA
March 30, 2011
Music Background: Student
I Love this mic. i Has clearity and gives the vocals warmth. i Use it all the time at school when I have projects due. I am an audio engineering major from Port Arthur and we use this mic alot. i give... read more [+] it a 5/5 close [-]

You Got To Hear It To Believe it!

by Michael W from Boston, MA
October 28, 2010
Music Background: Pro Musician, Engineer, Music Instructor
Okay.

If you don't know how to record properly, no mic is going to record to it's potential....Period!
So there's really no need to compare the "Wish List" mics with the SPC1. <... read more [+]br /> However, this mic's price tag is extremely misleading in terms of the true potential of this gem.
With "improper" settings and a less than optimal invironment this mic will sound mediocre to good. In the proper invironment and correct settings this mic will sound "Fantastic!"
So, we do our homework and realize that a price tag has little bearing on creating a good recording, in light of the more important factors like.......Knowledge!

Then we "Know" what a great mic the C1 is, and can be! close [-]
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