Behringer STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONES C-2 User manual

User Manual
STUDIO CONDENSER
MICROPHONES C-2
2 Matched Studio Condenser Microphones

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Condenser microphones are
extremely moisture-sensitive.
Never use your microphone in close
proximity to water (e.g. bath tubs, wash basins,
sinks, washing machines, pools, etc.). When doing
voice recordings, always use the enclosed
windscreen to safely protect the capsule
from moisture.
Always use the power
supply specied in the
operating instructions.
Take care not to drop
your microphone as this can
lead to severe damage.
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damage caused by the user.
After each use, wipe the
microphone down with a soft
cloth and place it back into its
protective casing (included with the microphone).
Then, lay the small bag containing the
moisture-absorbing crystals on top of the
microphone head.
Important Safety
Instructions

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1. Introduction
Congratulations! By purchasing the BEHRINGER C-2, you have obtained 2 condenser
microphones that oer the highest quality standards and the best audio characteristics.
Both microphones have been matched to one another (matched pair), and are
therefore particularly well-suited for stereo recordings. Of course, you can also use
the microphones individually.
Their outstanding characteristics make these microphones a valuable tool in the studio and
on the stage.
2. Power Supply
Phantom power (+48V) is required to operate your microphone. We assume no liability
for damage caused to your C-2 through deective phantom power. Before activating
phantom power, mute your playback system and connect the C-2 to the microphone input
of your mixing console. After activating phantom power, the C-2 requires several seconds to
stabilize itself.
3. Pickup Patterns
Both microphones feature a capsule with a cardioid pickup pattern. Microphones with this
polar pattern are most sensitive to sound coming from in front of the microphone, and also
to a lesser extent from the sides. Sound coming from behind the microphone will be greatly
attenuated. This makes the caqrdioid polar pattern most suitable for recording individual
instruments or vocals within a group.
The so-called proximity eect is typical for microphones with the cardioid pickup pattern.
Depending on the distance between the microphone and the sound source, a slight increase
in the lower frequency range occurs. The shorter the distance, the more pronounced
this eect. By cleverly selecting the position and the angle of your microphone, you can
eectively manipulate the proximity eect and thus aect how your recording sounds.
Experiment with various positions in order to gain more experience.
4. Possible Applications
Both microphones have been matched to one another (matched pair). Therefore, they are
particularly well-suited for stereo recordings. Regardless of whether you are miking an
entire ensemble or a single sound source (e.g. drums, piano or background vocals), this pair
of condenser microphones lets you achieve outstanding spatial impressions in every
recording session.

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Of course, you can use your microphones individually as well. A cardioid pattern capsule
is often used in recording situations in which several sound sources are present. Since this
capsule selectively tones down the pickup of sounds located to the side of the microphone,
this way you can achieve good separation of sound sources, thus easily avoiding feedback.
5. Low Cut-Filter and Signal Level
Attenuation (-10dB)
The C-2 studio microphones feature a switchable low-cut lter that lets you eliminate
low-frequency disturbances such as subsonic noise. Set the switch to its middle position to
activate the low-cut lter.
A switchable level attenuation is provided on your C-2s for applications in which the
microphones are exposed to extremely high sound pressures. When the switch is in its
“−10dB”position, the level attenuation is activated.
When the switch is in its top-most position, the signal is not inuenced in any way.
6. Microphone Installation
To attach the microphones to the microphone stands, two clamps are included with the
delivery. First screw a clamp onto the stand before attacting the microphone itself.
7. Audio Connection
Use a balanced XLR microphone cable with the following pin assignment: pin1=shielding;
pin2=+; pin3=-. Since your C-2 features gold-plated contact points throughout,
we recommend that you use only microphone cables with gold-plated connectors.
8. Level Setting/Adjusting the Basic Sound
Adjust the gain control in the microphone channel of your mixing console so that the peak
LED lights up only occasionally or never at all. The EQ controls in the microphone channel
should be set to mid-travel position to start with; low-cut lter and signal level attenunation
should be switched o. To get the sound you want, try changing the mic position relative to
the sound source or even move the microphone around in the recording room of your studio.
Adjusting the angle at which walls face the sound source can also be helpful. Only when
the desired basic sound has been achieved, should you start to use equalizers and signal
processors, if any at all. Remember: less is often more!

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9. Specications
Transducer type condenser, 16 mm (0.63'')
Operating principle pressure gradient
Polar pattern cardioid
Connector gold-plated balanced XLR connector
Open circuit sensitivity (@1kHz) −41dBV (0dBV = 1V/Pa)
Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz
level attenuation −10dB, switchable
Low-cut lter 6dB/oct.@120Hz (switchable)
Max. SPL (≤1%THD@1kHz) 140dB (0dB), 150dB (−10dB)
Equivalent noise level (IEC651) 19dBA
Signal-to-noise ratio 75dB
Nominal impedance 75Ω
Load impedance > 1kΩ
Mains Voltage/Fuse
Supply voltage +48V
Supply current 3mA
Physical/Weight
Dimensions shaft:0.8" / 20mm
length:3.7" / length:94mm
Weight approx. 0.2lbs / 0.09kg

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