Behringer BA 19A

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Behringer BA 19A

Behringer

BA 19A

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 483634
Model: BA 19A
Price: $63.80

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The BA 19A is a surprisingly capable boundary mic for the price. It's a great option for recording kick drums, piano, or bass guitar directly to a floor or flat surface, especially in live settings where minimizing feedback is key. It’s a solid budget-friendly choice for home studios or gigging musicians.

Product Description

  • Behringer BA 19A
  • Condenser Boundary Microphone
  • For acoustic instruments
  • Frequency response for kick drums
  • piano and bass instruments
  • Integrated preamplifier for excellent signal integrity
  • Semi-cardioid pick-up pattern minimises background noise and feedback
  • Switchable filters for stronger bass or high frequencies
  • Requires no external mounting
  • Frequency response: 50 - 18000 Hz
  • Impedance: 250 ohms
  • Requires phantom power 48 V
  • Sensitivity: -53 dB ±3 dB @ 1 kHz (1 V / Pa)
  • Weight: 493 g
  • Includes carrying bag
PROS
  • • Excellent value for a boundary mic, surprisingly robust construction
  • • Semi-cardioid pattern effectively rejects stage bleed
  • • Integrated preamp boosts signal, reducing noise floor
  • • Switchable filters offer tonal shaping flexibility for various sources
CONS
  • • 250-ohm impedance requires a decent preamp for optimal gain
  • • Semi-cardioid pattern isn't ideal for all recording scenarios
  • • Limited frequency response detail compared to higher-end boundary mics

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Key Features

Mic Type Condenser Boundary
Polar Pattern Semi-Cardioid
Frequency Range 50 Hz - 18000 Hz
Max SPL 130 dB
Connector XLR
Weight 493 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Beta 91 is significantly more refined and offers a wider, flatter frequency response, but the BA 19A gets you a similar vibe at a fraction of the cost.
Being a boundary mic, it's designed to be placed on a surface, minimizing handling noise. However, vibrations through the mounting surface *can* be picked up.
While technically possible, the semi-cardioid pattern and frequency response are better suited for instruments; vocals will likely sound muddy and lack detail.

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