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STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONES C‑2
4. Pickup patterns
Both microphones feature a capsule with a cardioid pickup pattern.
Microphones with this polar pattern are most sensitive to sound coming
from in front of the microphone, and also to a lesser extent from the sides.
Sound coming from behind the microphone will be greatly attenuated. This
makes the caqrdioid polar pattern most suitable for recording individual
instruments or vocals within a group.
The so-called proximity effect is typical for microphones with the cardioid
pickup pattern. Depending on the distance between the microphone and
the sound source, a slight increase in the lower frequency range occurs.
The shorter the distance, the more pronounced this effect. By cleverly
selecting the position and the angle of your microphone, you can effectively
manipulate the proximity effect and thus affect how your recording sounds.
Experiment with various positions in order to gain more experience.
5. Possible applications
Both microphones have been matched to one another (matched pair).
Therefore, they are particularly well-suited for stereo recordings. Regard-
less of whether you are miking an entire ensemble or a single sound
source (e.g. drums, piano or background vocals), this pair of condenser
microphones lets you achieve outstanding spatial impressions in every
recording session.
Of course, you can use your microphones individually as well. A cardioid
pattern capsule is often used in recording situations in which several sound
sources are present. Since this capsule selectively tones down the pickup
of sounds located to the side of the microphone, this way you can achieve
good separation of sound sources, thus easily avoiding feedback.
6. Low cut-filter and signal level
attenuation (−10 dB)
The C-2 studio microphones feature a switchable low-cut filter that lets
you eliminate low-frequency disturbances such as subsonic noise. Set
the switch to its middle position to activate the low-cut filter.
A switchable level attenuation is provided on your C-2s for applications
in which the microphones are exposed to extremely high sound pres-
sures. When the switch is in its “−10 dB” position, the level attenuation
is activated.
When the switch is in its top-most position, the signal is not influenced
in any way.
Low cut-filter and signal level attenuation (−10 dB)
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STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONES C‑2
7. Microphone installation
To attach the microphones to the microphone stands, two clamps are
included with the delivery. First screw a clamp onto the stand before
attacting the microphone itself.
8. Audio connection
Use a balanced XLR microphone cable with the following pin assignment:
pin 1 = shielding; pin 2 = +; pin 3 = -. Since your C-2 features gold-plated
contact points throughout, we recommend that you use only microphone
cables with gold-plated connectors.
9. Level setting / adjusting the basic sound
Adjust the gain control in the microphone channel of your mixing console
so that the peak LED lights up only occasionally or never at all. The EQ
controls in the microphone channel should be set to mid-travel position to
start with; low-cut filter and signal level attenunation should be switched
off. To get the sound you want, try changing the mic position relative to
the sound source or even move the microphone around in the recording
room of your studio. Adjusting the angle at which walls face the sound
source can also be helpful. Only when the desired basic sound has been
achieved, should you start to use equalizers and signal processors, if any
at all. Remember: less is often more!
10. Warranty
behringer.com, or call +49 2154 9206 4166.
11. Specifications
Transducer type
condenser, 16 mm (0.63'')
pressure gradient
cardioid
Operating principle
Polar pattern
Connector
gold-plated balanced XLR connector
−41 dBV (0 dBV = 1 V/Pa)
20 Hz to 20 kHz
−10 dB, switchable
6 dB/oct. @ 120 Hz (switchable)
140 dB (0 dB), 150 dB (−10 dB)
19 dBA
Open circuit sensitivity (@ 1 kHz)
Frequency response
level attenuation
Low-cut filter
Max. SPL (≤ 1 % THD @ 1 kHz)
Equivalent noise level (IEC 651)
Signal-to-noise ratio
Nominal impedance
Load impedance
75 dB
75 Ω
> 1 kΩ
Supply voltage
+48 V
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Specifications
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STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONES C‑2
3 mA
Supply current
Dimensions
Æ shaft: 0.8", length: 3.7"
(Æ shaft: 20 mm, length: 94 mm)
Weight
approx. 0.2 lbs (approx. 0.09 kg)
Fig. 11.1: Polar pattern
Fig. 11.2: Frequency response
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