The C-1U is a digital home recording or podcasting enthusiast’s dream come
true. This professional quality condenser microphone is identical to the
acclaimed BEHRINGER C-1 mic with one awesome difference: it’s has a built-in USB
interface so you can be ready to record faster than ever, and with minimal
preparation and equipment. Just plug it into your computer and start recording!
What is a USB Condenser Microphone?
The primary type of microphone used in recording studios and radio stations,
condenser microphones are the ideal choice for capturing vocals and acoustic
instruments. Unlike a dynamic microphone, a condenser microphone collects sound
from throughout an environment such as a room, rather than only picking up
what’s happening directly in front of it. It is capable of capturing much more
detail with a wider, flatter frequency response. Trouble is, conventional
condenser microphones aren’t made to interface with a computer — you have to
provide a microphone preamplifier and an analog to USB interface.
The C-1U has a built-in USB interface that derives the needed power directly
from your computer’s USB input and requires no special drivers. Just plug in and
start recording your masterpiece!
Does Awesome Sound Come Any Easier?
The short answer is no. Unlike most other USB microphones, you won’t need to
download any additional drivers to begin using the C-1U right out of the box—it
even works with Vista! You also get an extensive software package with Audacity
for recording, Kristal Audio Engine for editing and multitracking, Podifier
uploading software and PodNova downloading software. It works like this: Connect
the mic to your PC or Mac. Load Audacity and save your recording onto your hard
drive. Now load the included Kristal software and you can edit your recording or
add tracks. Now you’re ready to upload your work onto the Web via Podifier.
Sound That Astounds!
Getting started with the C-1U may seem like child’s play, but this pro-caliber
microphone is anything but a toy. It has an exceptionally flat frequency
response and pristine sonic resolution that ensures content-rich audio that is
as natural sounding as the original source. The cardioid pickup pattern provides
unparalleled sound source separation and feedback rejection. The C-1U’s ultra
low-noise, transformerless FET input circuitry can handle extreme dynamics, all
the way up to 136 dB, with ruler-flat frequency response from 40 Hz to 20 kHz.
That means that even if the special guest on your next podcast happens to be a
revved-up jet engine, this workhorse mic will not distort!
Here’s Why You Need a C-1U…
• Far better sound quality than the dynamic microphones you’re probably using
now
• With its built-in USB interface and comprehensive software package, just plug
in and start laying down tracks
• You don’t have to download any new drivers, and it’s perfectly compatible with
Windows XP/Vista and Mac
• Includes swivel stand mount and carrying case
Features:
- Professional, large-diaphragm condenser microphone with built-in USB
interface, ideal for podcasters and musicians
- Plug this amazing USB-mic straight into your computer and turn your
PC or Mac computer into a recording system without the need for any
other hardware
- Directly works with your PC or Mac computer—ultra-low latency ASIO
and WDM drivers for PC audio optimization included
- Exceptionally flat frequency response and ultra-high sound
resolution perfect for voice, acoustic instruments, etc.
- Cardioid pickup pattern for outstanding sound source separation and
feedback rejection
- Pressure-gradient transducer with shock-mounted capsule
- Comprehensive podcasting and audio editing software (Podifier,
Juice, PodNova, Golden Ear, Audacity) for computers, both PC and Mac
- USB connection cable included
- Swivel stand mount included
- Ultra-rugged construction with metal die-cast body
- High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure
long life
- Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany
|