Behringer SB 78A

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Behringer SB 78A

Behringer

SB 78A

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Product Info

Article Number: 475671
Model: SB 78A
Price: $32.89

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The Behringer SB 78A is a surprisingly capable budget condenser mic. It's a solid choice for vocalists, podcasters, or acoustic instrument recording where a clean, focused sound is needed and you're on a tight budget. Don't expect studio-grade performance, but for the price, it's hard to argue with the value.

Product Description

  • Behringer SB 78A
  • Condenser Microphone
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Especially suitable for speech and acoustic guitars
  • Very wide frequency response
  • Integrated wind and pop noise filter
  • Frequency range: 50 - 16
  • 000 Hz
  • Impedance: 200 ohms
  • Max SPL: 136 dB
  • Sensitivity: -48 ± 3dB / Pa
  • Weight: 240 g
  • Includes microphone stand adapter and case
  • Developed and constructed in Germany

*Note:* requires 48 V phantom power.

PROS
  • • Cardioid pattern offers excellent off-axis rejection for cleaner recordings
  • • Lightweight build makes it comfortable for extended vocal sessions
  • • Wide frequency response captures a surprisingly natural vocal tone
  • • Includes stand adapter and case – a nice, budget-friendly touch
CONS
  • • The capsule's construction feels noticeably less robust than higher-end mics
  • • Sensitivity is relatively low, requiring more preamp gain and potential noise
  • • Limited polar pattern options restrict versatility in different recording scenarios

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Key Features

Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 50 - 16,000 Hz
Max SPL 136 dB
Sensitivity -48 ± 3dB / Pa
Phantom Power 48 V
Connector XLR
Weight 240 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SM58 is a dynamic mic with a different character – the SB 78A aims for more detail but won’t have the SM58's robustness or proximity effect.
While Behringer's design and initial construction occurred in Germany, final assembly is likely elsewhere; the mic's performance reflects a cost-conscious approach rather than premium components.
While the SPL handling is decent, it's not designed for those applications – you'll likely encounter distortion at higher volumes, better suited for vocals and acoustic sources.

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