Sony C-100

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Sony C-100

Sony

C-100

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 438439
Brand: Sony
Model: C-100
Price: $1,501.50

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The Sony C-100 is a seriously impressive mic, offering a level of detail and clarity you wouldn't expect at its price point. The dual-capsule tech really shines, especially for capturing acoustic instruments and vocals needing a modern, clean sound—think singer-songwriters or indie artists. It's a workhorse that'll elevate your recordings without breaking the bank.

Product Description

  • Sony C-100
  • Dual Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
  • Two-way capsule technology (Condenser + Back electret condenser)
  • Switchable polar pattern: Uni-directional
  • Omni-directional
  • Bi-directional
  • Frequency range: 20 - 50
  • 000 Hz
  • Hi-pass filter
  • -10 dB pad switch
  • Compatible with the Sony Hi-Res standard
  • Requires +48 V phantom power
  • Dimensions (diameter x length): 40 x 175 mm
  • Weight: approx. 290 g
  • Includes shock mount
  • pop protection and case
PROS
  • • Dual-capsule design offers remarkable detail and nuanced transient response
  • • The back electret element expands upper frequencies for impressive clarity
  • • Solid, well-damped body minimizes unwanted resonances and handling noise
  • • Included accessories—shock mount, pop filter, and case—add significant value
CONS
  • • The weight can be fatiguing during extended tracking sessions
  • • While versatile, the pattern selection might not suit extremely specialized recording needs
  • • The high-end extension, while present, can be slightly clinical for some vocal styles

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Key Features

Mic Type Large Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Pattern Uni-directional, Omni-directional, Bi-directional
Frequency Range 20 - 50,000 Hz
Max SPL 140 dB
Sensitivity 25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV), at 1 kHz
Connector XLR
Weight 290 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The C-100 is more transparent and detailed, lacking the U87's characteristic warmth and slight coloration; it’s a different aesthetic, but equally capable.
Yes, the high-pass filter is well-implemented and noticeably reduces rumble and proximity effect, providing cleaner recordings in less-than-ideal acoustic environments.
The dual-capsule design provides superior transient response and a more natural-sounding stereo image when used in stereo recording configurations.

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