Behringer B-1

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Behringer B-1

Behringer

B-1

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 152312
Model: B-1
Price: $83.60

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Look, the B-1 isn't going to replace a Neumann, but for the price, it's astonishing. It's a solid starting point for vocal recording, podcasting, or even miking acoustic instruments on a tight budget. The sound is a bit colored, leaning towards a slightly warm and smooth character, which can be a good thing depending on the source.

Product Description

  • Behringer B1
  • Large-diaphragm condenser microphone
  • 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range
  • Cardioid
  • Roll-off attenuator switch
  • Phantom power (48V)
  • Robust housing
  • 10 dB pad switch
  • Including spider and case
PROS
  • • Surprisingly robust metal housing feels more premium than the price suggests
  • • Cardioid pattern offers decent isolation for home recording scenarios
  • • Included shock mount and case are genuinely useful additions
  • • Roll-off and pad provide some flexibility in gain staging
CONS
  • • High self-noise requires careful gain staging and noise reduction
  • • Limited frequency response detail compared to higher-end condensers
  • • Plastic capsule ring feels cheap and potentially prone to cracking

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Key Features

Mic Type Large Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Max SPL 130 dB
Sensitivity -32 dBV/Pa (1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)
Connector XLR
Weight 0.44 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The AT2020 is generally considered a bit more neutral and detailed, but the B-1's warmer tone can be beneficial for certain vocal styles and offers a more forgiving recording experience.
While the SPL handling is decent, you'll likely need to use the pad switch and be mindful of clipping, and the sonic character might not be ideal for those applications.
It's a bit higher than some more expensive mics – around 15 dBA. You'll want to keep your preamp gain lower and potentially use noise reduction plugins to get clean recordings.

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