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Studio Projects C1 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

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

 
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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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Studio Projects C1 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Reviews

93 People rated this product :
           9 out of 10
           10 out of 10
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"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: 06/24/2006
Style of Music: alternative/rock
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           10 out of 10
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"c1 IS AMAZING !!!"
Feature:
talk about bang for the buck, comes with a shockmount, windscreen, and travel case, and you cant forget the features on the mic Pressure-Gradient Transducer: 1.06 in. (27mm) 6um mylar diaphragm High Pass Filter 10db Pad great value these features are not normaly found on such a enexspensive condencer mic

Quality:
perfect rode nt1a cant touch it !!!

Value:
IN WHAT OTHER BRAND CAN YOU GET A HIGH QUALITY MIC WITH THESE FEATURES AND ACCESORIES I , YOU WOULD THINK THIS COST 10X WHAT IT DID !!!

Desirability:
IT LOOKS LIKE A VERY EXPENSIVE MIC

Sound:
This mic simply gives back exactly what you put in, with no distortion, or loss of quality, when i play back a recording you cant even tell if someone is standing right in front of you singing or if its a recording, its that good , many compare it to a newman I have never herd myself through a newman, however this is the best mic i have ever used, and i currently also own a rode nt1a , so if your debating between the node mt1a and the studio projects c1 get the c1 there is no contest

Support:
I HAVENT HAD TO USE THEM SO IM JUST LEAVING THIS AREA ALONE

Overall:
I WOULD RECOMEND THIS TO ANYONE

Submitted: 05/15/2006
Style of Music: country, rap, ext.
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