Studio Projects B1

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Studio Projects B1

Studio Projects

B1

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 180703
Model: B1
Price: $174.90

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The Studio Projects B1 is a surprisingly capable microphone for the budget-conscious. It's a decent starting point for vocal tracking or podcasting, especially if you're just getting into recording and don’t need a ton of features or pristine detail. It’s a good option for home studios needing a basic, functional condenser mic.

Product Description

  • Studio Projects B1
  • Large diaphragm condenser studio microphone
  • 1” capsule with cardioid characteristic
  • Transformerless circuit
  • +48 V phantom power required
  • Frequency range: 20-20000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: -34 dB (0dB=1V/Pa)
  • Output impedance: <200 Ohm
  • Max SPL 132 dB
  • Inherent noise: 12dB(A)
  • Incl. wind shield
  • shock mount and zipper bag
PROS
  • • Surprisingly smooth high-end response for the price
  • • Solid, if basic, shock mount included – a nice touch
  • • Acceptable noise floor for budget vocal tracking
  • • Decent transient response for spoken word and podcasting
CONS
  • • Build quality feels plasticky and a bit flimsy
  • • Cardioid pattern only severely limits versatility
  • • Lacks the detail and nuance of more expensive mics

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Key Features

Mic Type Large Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL 132 dB
Sensitivity -34 dB (0dB=1V/Pa)
Connector XLR
Weight 1.2 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The B1 tends to have a slightly warmer, less clinical sound than the AT2020, but the AT2020 is generally better built and offers more consistent performance.
The included shock mount is functional but quite basic; it’s adequate for minimizing vibrations but a higher-quality aftermarket mount would definitely improve isolation.
It can work, but you'll need careful gain staging and EQ to compensate for its limited dynamic range and less detailed capture compared to more premium acoustic mics.

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