Studio Projects C1 Condenser Microphone, Cardioid

by Studio Projects

Product Features

• Pressure-Gradient Transducer: 1.06 Inch (27mm) 6 milimetres mylar diaphragm
• High Pass Filter, 6dB/octaveat 75Hz or 150Hz
• It comes with (-10db or -20dB Pad)

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 13 x 5 x 10 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0002FOJEG
• Item model number: C1
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,558 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #36 in Musical Instruments > Recording Equipment > Microphones > Condenser Microphones > Multipurpose

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Studio Projects C1 is a large diaphragm, fixed-cardioid condenser microphone employing a 1.06" (27mm) capsule, high quality, low noise amplifier and balanced, transformerless output circuitry. It features switchable -10dB pad and 6dB@150Hz high pass filter for added control in various recording applications and a clear, full response expected from a large capsule microphone design.

Versatility is key in the recording arena, and the Studio Projects C1 is a well-proven and award winning tool. It is designed to deliver the finest quality vocal and instrumental recordings and will serve to enhance any professional or project studio at an unbelievably low price.

As a result of uncompromising dedication and advanced production capabilities, Studio Projects will continue to broaden the range of quality pro audio microphones & electronics for today's recording environment.

Features:

• Pressure-Gradient Transducer: 1.06"" (27mm) 6um mylar diaphragm
• High Pass Filter, 6dB/octave@150Hz
• -10db Pad

Applications:

• 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

C1 Specifications:
Type: Pressure gradient solid state condenser microphone
Polar pattern: Cardioid.
Frequency response: 20~20000Hz.
Sensitivity: 14mV/Pa=-37dB(0dB=1V/Pa).
Output impedance: <200 Ohm.
Load impedance: >1000 Ohm.
Maximum SPL: 142dB SPL for 1% THD @1000Hz(0dB SPL=0.00002Pa).
Noise: (Line): 27dB (A weighted)---17dB.
S/N: 77dB.
Power requirement: 48 +/- 4V.
Current consumption: <2.5mA.
Circuit: Discrete FET balanced symmetrical output.
Connector: Gold-plated 3-pin XLR
Size: dia: 2.1"" length: 8.9""
Weight: 26.9oz
Pad: -10dB
Low cut: 6dB/Octave at 150 Hz.

Product Description

The Studio Projects C1 is a large diaphragm, fixed-cardioid condenser microphone employing a 1.06 Inch (27mm) capsule, high quality, low noise amplifier and balanced, transformerless output circuitry. It features switchable -10dB or -20dB pad and 6dB@75Hz or 150Hz high pass filter for added control in various recording applications and a clear, full response expected from a large capsule microphone design. Versatility is key in the recording arena, and the Studio Projects C1 is a well-proven and award winning tool. It is designed to deliver the finest quality vocal and instrumental recordings and will serve to enhance any professional or project studio at an unbelievably low price.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Studio Sound at a Rehearsal Room Price, July 20, 2004

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Aaron Rubenson "San Diego Singer" (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Studio Projects C1 Condenser Microphone, Cardioid (Electronics)

This microphone is terrific. I'm a classically trained vocalist, and I recently recorded an entire demo album using the C1 (with the Edirol UA-5 as a preamp). The microphone captured a warm, true, and vibrant sound right out of the box, and its dynamic response was excellent. In fact, I was so pleased with the raw sound that I left it entirely untouched in the mixing process. While this unit's price is extremely reasonable, this is not a great microphone "for the price"; it's simply a great microphone that happens to be priced affordably.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For the buck, this is the best out there., December 10, 2010

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Bits and Tunes "Ted" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Studio Projects C1 Condenser Microphone, Cardioid (Electronics)

I have a multitude of microphones, and regularly use everything from AKG 414s to Neumann U87s in the studio. Five years ago, I got a pair of the Studio Project C1s after hearing them at the NAMM show, and for routine projects (other than my Shure KSM32s) they are my 'go to' mics. I love them.

They have sonic characteristics that are remarkably similar to a U87 (the recording studio high-end workhorse for the last 30+ years), but at 1/10 of the price. You have to hear it to believe it. I know I did.

For those of you who may be new to this field, like most other studio microphones, this mic is not intended for live performances and requires a preamp with phantom power.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Studio Projects C1 kicks butt !!, October 14, 2011

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Van Ritshie - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Studio Projects C1 Condenser Microphone, Cardioid (Electronics)

I have recorded countless spots, Narrations and Trailers over the years using a Neuman U87. For less than 1/10th the price, this C1 just about parallels the U87 in every way. I am so pleased that I decided to buy this mic. As with any mic, you must experiment in setting the mic and mic pre for your voice.
I am running the C1 through a DBX286A into a Mackie board and through experimentation I have now made the C1 sound exactly like a U87. I am totally in awe.Tight base and smooth silky highs.

Van Ritshie.....Former Image voice of The PGA Tour on Golf Channel.