Studio Projects C1 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Upgraded electronics. -10dB and -20dB pads, and 75Hz and 150Hz high pass filters.

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* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10 zZounds has verified that this customer bought this product from us.

"Classic sweet sound."

Feature:
3-position 75,150hz low cut, -10,-20db pad, foam windscreen, spider mount, metal case- nice kit.

Value:
Right now even if I could afford a U87, I'd skip it get 3 more C1's and a couple of T3's, the tube mic from S.P., all for less than the U87 purchase price.

Desirability:
Huge, heavy, beautiful mic, custom build feel.

Sound:
Perfect, vibrant reproduction of vocals- I a/b'd the C1 with my other favorite mics, small and large condensers, and recorded with it for months now, and it beats all the others- sibilants sound sweet and dense- this is the thing about this mic that is truly amazing. I've used akg 414's and Neumann U87's, U47's, and several vintage tube mics, and I don't remember being this impressed by any of them- the sibilant sounds were always bothersome to me, hard to regulate. Not with the C1- even without a pop filter. Even careless proximity not a problem, always sweet-sounding. Whoever made this mic has created a truly incredible vocal mic. Acoustic guitar still served better by akg c1000s for me, but maybe I haven't found the right mic placement for the C1 yet.

Ease of Use:
Still needs a slight high boost and low cut, not much though- less than other mics. I use it with studio projects VTB-1 (great preamp!)

Submitted: 6/24/2006

Style of Music: alternative/rock


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"This is The Microphone You Want!!"

Feature:
Has the low cut filter switch and a -10 DB selector. I use these features all the time, and I would never buy a studio mic without them. Comes with a nice case, and de-esser/spit gaurd (big black foamy thing.) Stabilizer/ Shock Mount works just fine. Again, for the price, these things are just icing!

Quality:
I move mine around a lot, and I really don't like to do that with condenser style mics, but it seems to be built very well.

Value:
Will not find a better value on a high qaulity, studio ready, Microphone.

Desirability:
Sharp looking mic. I think the stabilizer/ Shock Mount apparatus looks pretty cool. :)

Sound:
Becasue i have not used too many studio mics, I gave this one a 9, but I think it makes my vocals sound like a 10! It takes a while to get use to a mic of this quality as it pics up every flaw in your voice (yes it's that accurate,) but once you understand it's capabilities, you are well on your way to a very clean, rich, vocal presense. I use mine with the M-audio Delta Pre-Amp (Great Pre-Amp)an Antares AVP-1, and a Digitech Vx400. I have been singing for many years, but could never afford a high end mic; thank goodness technology today makes it easy to use pro quality gear on a shoe-string budget. This mic has helped me enhance my overall tone, and style; that is more than anyone can ask for a 200 dollar mic. GET ONE TODAY!

Support:
Have not ever had to deal with them yet, so max I can give is a 9 on this.

Overall:
I would recomend this product to newbies, and to pros. You can make this mic sound like a 1500 mic if you know what you are doing, but straight out of the box this thing sounds like it should cost 3 times as much as it does! Do a search on the web for: "Studio Projects C1 Review" and see what you find out. :)

Submitted: 3/9/2005

Style of Music: Metal, Folk, Mystical, and even Adult Contemporary


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Featuring upgraded electronics and a sleek new look, the new SP microphone product line is the result of 5 years of research and development by Brent Casey, veteran microphone designer and Vice President of Engineering of Studio Projects. The new electronics allow for better signal to noise ratio, as well as greater dynamic range.

All C Series microphones (except the T3) now have -10dB and -20dB pads, and 75Hz and 150Hz high pass filters.

The Studio Projects C1 is a large diaphragm, fixed-cardioid condenser microphone employing a 1.06 in. (27mm) capsule, high quality, low noise amplifier and balanced, transformerless output circuitry. It features switchable -10dB and -20dB pads, and 75Hz and 150Hz high pass filters 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 in. (27mm) 6um mylar diaphragm

High Pass Filter

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

Included Accessories:
Shock mounted elastic suspension

Foam wind screen

Case

Technical Info

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 in. length: 8.9 in.

Weight: 26.9oz
What's the go-to mic in your studio? The C1 is built for versatility, with high SPL handling for close-mic amp cabinets and delicate sensitivity for vocals and other dynamic audio sources. Shape the character with -10dB and -20dB pads, plus 75Hz and 150Hz high-pass filters. Response from 20Hz-20kHz. Includes shockmount, windscreen, and case.
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