Behringer B5 Dual Capsule Condenser Microphone with Case

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Need a small-diaphragm condenser? This super-affordable microphone includes two interchangeable capsules with omnidirectional and cardioid pickup patterns.

The B-5 is a professional gold-sputtered diaphragm condenser microphone featuring 2 interchangeable capsules for different pickup patterns (cardioid and omnidirectional). It is perfect for acoustic instruments, vocals and overhead miking. Its ultra low-noise transformerless FET input eliminates low-frequency distortion. Its -10dB attenuator can be used with high volume signal sources, while the low-cut filter eliminates floor rumble. The B5 includes a rugged hard case, stand adapter and windscreen. Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz, requires 48V phantom power.

Features:
Professional true condenser microphone for studio and live applications

2 interchangeable capsules with cardioid and omnidirectional pickup patterns

Low-mass gold-sputtered diaphragm for ultimate sound reproduction

Perfect for acoustic instruments, voice and overhead, etc.

Ultra low-noise transformerless FET input eliminates low-frequency distortion

Smooth, super0-wide frequency response and incredible musicality

Switchable low-frequency roll-off and -10dB input attenuation

Gold-plated 3-pin XLR output connector

Rugged construction with satin nickel-plated brass body

Custom microphone stand adapter, windscreen and transport case included

Transducer Type: True Condenser, 18mm

Operating Principle:
- Cardioid: Pressure Gradient:
- Omnidirectional: Pressure gradient

Polar Pattern:
- 1 x Cardioid
- 1 x Omnidirectional, exchangeable

Connection: Gold-plated balanced XLR connector

Open Circuit Sensitivity (at 1kHz):
- Cardioid: -38dBV (0 dBV=1 V/Pa), 12.6 mV/Pa
- Omnidirectional: -40dBV (0 dBV=1 V/Pa), 10 mV/Pa

Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz

Level Attenuation: -10dB (switchable)

Low-Cut Filter: 6dB/octave at 150Hz (switchable)

Maximum SPL (1% THD @ 1kHz):
- 140dB (0dB)
- 150dB (-10dB)

Equivalent SPL (IEC 651):
- Cardioid: 16dB-A Omnidirectional: 18dB-A

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
- Cardioid: 78dB A-weighted
- Omnidirectional: 76dB A-weighted

Nominal Impedance: 70 Ohms

Load Impedance: >1 kOhm

Supply Voltage: +48V

Supply Current: 3 mA

Dimensions:
- Shaft Diameter: 20mm
- Length: 120mm

Weight: Approx 0.09 kg (0.21 lbs.)

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Web: https://www.behringer.com/service.html

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (32 ratings)
Submitted October 31, 2006 by a customer from aol.com

"NICE SMOOTHE ,FAT, FLAT SOUND WITH THE OMNI CARTRIGE, FOR VOCAL RECORDINGS AND WORKS SUPER WITH ACOUSTIC GUITARS AND PIANO !!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Sound
this mic is awesome on voice recording using omni cartridge. it's got a very flat response-it has absolutely no tinny upper end-it's real smoothe and excellent on acoustic instruments as well. with pad it's max spl's are 150 !!
Features
you also get a cardiod cartridge- for 90 bucks this small condenser mic sounds alot better on vocal recordings than a Rode NT1A and the At30305 by Audio Technica which by the way both sell for200 bucks and are strictly cardiod!!
Value
there's no other mic that can compete dollar for dollar.
The Wow Factor
I'm going to get at least 4 of these .

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