Behringer Bu100
Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy
Behringer
Bu100
Product Info
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Bu100 is a shockingly affordable boundary mic, ideal for podcasters, streamers, or anyone needing a basic, no-fuss recording solution. It's not going to win any awards for sonic brilliance, but for the price, the convenience and passable quality are hard to argue with – especially for budget-conscious beginners.
Product Description
- Behringer Bu100
- USB Boundary Microphone
- 16 bit/ 48 kHz
- Polar pattern: Half cardioid
- Frequency range: 50 - 18000 Hz
- Max. SPL: 110 dB
- Sensitivity: 3.2 mV / Pa
- Mute button with status indicator LED
- Compatible with windows 7/8/10 and mac OS 9/X
- Colour: Black
- Incl. USB cable
PROS
- • Surprisingly robust plastic housing for the price point.
- • Decent frequency response for spoken word and basic recording.
- • Simple plug-and-play USB connectivity eliminates interface hassles.
- • Mute button is genuinely useful for quick recording interruptions.
CONS
- • Half-cardioid pattern offers limited isolation in noisy environments.
- • The plastic construction feels noticeably cheap upon closer inspection.
- • Limited frequency extension; lacks detail in higher frequencies.
Product Video
Key Features
Mic Type
Boundary Condenser
Polar Pattern
Half Cardioid
Frequency Range
50 Hz - 18000 Hz
Max SPL
110 dB
Connector
USB-A
Weight
0.75 lbs
Similar Products
Applause Jump Dark Matter
Other Acoustic Guitars
$362
Acoustic Guitar with Pickup, Type: OM with cutaway, Top: Solid European spruce, Back and...
Microtech Gefell M 43
Modular Microphone Systems
$923
Small Diaphragm Microphone Capsule, Interchangeable capsule with wide cardioid polar pattern,...
Ibanez GRG320FA-TVT
ST Style Guitars
$439
Electric Guitar, Body: Poplar, Top: Basswood with Art Grain in flamed maple look, Bolt-on neck:...
Kawai K-200 ATX 4 WDB Piano
Pianos
$9,119
Piano, With AnytimeX-4 equipment, Millennium III mechanics with ABS carbon parts of...
Frequently Asked Questions
The Beta 91 is a professional-grade mic with a far superior build and sound, but the Bu100 provides a similar boundary element function at a significantly lower price point.
While usable for vocals, the Bu100's sensitivity is best suited for closer mic'ing and may require gain adjustments to achieve a suitable level – it’s not a primary vocal mic.
Yes, it’s compatible with most tablets and smartphones that support USB audio input, though performance may vary depending on the device’s processing power.
