The Studio Projects B1 condenser microphone is a large diaphragm cardioid microphone in a pressure-gradient transducer employing high quality transformerless design and extremely low noise. Equipped with a true 1 inch 3 um gold sputtered large diaphragm in a pressure gradient transducer capsule, the B1 will deliver the finest quality of vocal and instrumentation recordings in a wide variety of applications while offering a natural extended transparent high end, yet offer the thick bodied low end expected from a quality microphone.
Pressure - Gradient Transducer, 1 Inch 3 um mylar capsule
Selectable filters, 75Hz and 150Hz
Selectable Pads, -10dB and -20dB
Studio Projects B1 Vocal Condenser Microphone, Cardioid Reviews
This review is from: Studio Projects B1 Vocal Condenser Microphone, Cardioid (Electronics)
I'm so happy with this mic. After going through two other condensers (an MXL990 and a Shure KSM27) which I got rid of, I'm finally content. The best thing is that the price is outstanding. This mic is priced far lower than what it should be.
The Studio Projects B1 has a wonderfully warm low end to it that still has detail. I have a midrange voice, and it fits me very well. The highs are not so overly "essy", as many other cheaper mics are. They are clear and just right. I barely feel a need to add much for EQ.
My previous experience with an MXL 990 was not a good one. I returned it in a day, due to the muddy lows and weird high end. I also had a Shure KSM27, which is probably better suited for high-pressure sound applications than VO's. I didn't care for its boxy highs sound, and sold that off.
The Studio Projects B1 is just incredible for the price. You can actually hear it if you do a web search on transom dot org mic shootout. It sounds... Read more
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I have had my Studio Projects B1 for a little over a year now, using it often in my home studio and for location recordings. For the price this is probably one of the best large-diaphragm condenser mics available. I've never heard the kind of low- or mid-range muddiness that seems to plague the comparably-priced MXL or Audio-Technica condensers. The mic sounds clear and accurate through the (excellent) preamps in my Alesis iO|26 firewire interface.
I've been using the B1 primarily for vocals (singing), but it works for a lot of things: acoustic guitar, hand percussion, and as a room/ambiance mic. I've also used it on a guitar amp with satisfying results. To my ears the mids and highs have pretty good clarity and detail without getting harsh; and the pads and high-pass filter switches are handy things, offering more options for getting a better sound at the source rather than trying to "fix" things in the mix with EQ (which is a chore and generally doesn't sound as... Read more
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This review is from: Studio Projects B1 Vocal Condenser Microphone, Cardioid (Electronics)
I bought a few LDC lately. The bluebird, the mxl 990, and this one and I must say for vocals this mic is better than the bluebird in my opinion. It has great clarity and it picks up hi's and low's great.... I would recommend to anyone but you must have a good preamp to get the full experience. I don't even use the pads so they probably make even more of a difference. very touchy gain and shockmount is pretty weak but the mic is nice!!!!
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The PWMA370 is a portable PA from Pyle Pro that includes two wireless microphones, one handheld & one Lavalier microphone, to broadcast your voice to a large audience. With its 8" full-range speaker and 300 watts peak power, the full-range loudspeaker has enormous power and incredible sonic performance in a relatively light package. It includes four built in ¼" jacks: two wired mics, a guitar, and a digital music player like an iPod or iPhone. You may also want to connect an external speaker using the ¼" output jack. Add effects to your voice and tweak your sound with the echo, bass, and treble controls. Perfect for classrooms, tour guides, and business meetings. Runs on 110 or 220 V AC. We have also added the PDMIC58 Professional Moving Coil Dynamic Handheld Microphone that makes your voice sound great on stage or in the studio. It is constructed with durable zinc alloy metal for great everyday use. Includes a 15 foot 5.5mm microphone cable.
PWMA370 - 8'' Full Range Woofer; 300 Watts Peak Power
Includes 1 Wireless VHF Handheld Microphone and 1 Lavalier/Headset Microphone
2 Mic Inputs/ 1 Guitar Input; AUX input; Stereo RCA Output; 1/4'' Output On Front Panel
This is the big kahuna of the whole UB Series. You get all the features you'd expect in an ultra high-quality compact mixer: 16 balanced high-headroom line inputs with dedicated gain controls on stereo channels 13-16, 10 new state-of-the-art, studio-grade IMP "Invisible" Mic Preamps, and an effective, extremely musical 3-band EQ with semi-parametric mid band plus switchable low-cut filter on all mono channels. There is also an integrated 24-bit digital stereo FX processor with 99 great-sounding VIRTUALIZER presets. Because of their extensive and carefully thought-out routing possibilities, these consoles lend themselves equally to both live and studio use. The prime suspects are high-quality recording studios as well as MIDI-studio applications, small-size PA applications (solo entertainers, duos to quartets, small bands), video edits and similar setups.
Ultra-low noise design, highest possible headroom, ultra-transparent audio
10 state-of-the-art, studio-grade IMP "Invisible" Mic Preamps with 130 dB dynamic range for 24-bit, 192 kHz sampling rate inputs
Studio-grade stereo FX processor with 100 awesome presets including reverb, chorus, flanger, delay, pitch shifter and various multi-effects
Effective, extremely musical 3-band EQ with semi-parametric mid band plus switchable low-cut filter on all mono channels
Channel inserts and direct outputs on each mono channel plus main mix inserts for flexible connection of outboard equipment
16 channel mixer 8 mono channels with IMP inserts, direct outs, and phantom power 4 stereo channels (2 with IMPs) 4 subgroups,
BEHRINGER UB2442FX-PRO Ultra-Low Noise 24-Input 4-Bus Mic/Line Mixer with Premium Mic Preamplifiers and Effects Reviews
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This review is from: BEHRINGER UB2442FX-PRO Ultra-Low Noise 24-Input 4-Bus Mic/Line Mixer with Premium Mic Preamplifiers and Effects (Electronics)
I have had this mixer for several years. I use it only for live performance. During the first year, the second channel started to go bad. It works fine when first plugged in, but after a while the signal level will weaken and finally go out altogether. All the other channels and features work great. It sounds excellent. Bummer to lose a channel though. Haven't bothered to try to get it fixed because I don't need all the channels anyway.
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This review is from: BEHRINGER UB2442FX-PRO Ultra-Low Noise 24-Input 4-Bus Mic/Line Mixer with Premium Mic Preamplifiers and Effects (Electronics)
Since I already own a couple of power amps, I opted for a non-powered mixer at a good price. Having a life of experience with electronics maintenance, I know that anything that handles a lot of power is more prone to malfunction. They boast new, quiet operational amplifiers (they have come a long way) in this model, and I will vouch that, given the number of amps/buffers that a signal travels through in a mixer, the signal-to-noise ratio is pretty good.
There are plenty of inputs and outputs to provide versatility, and allow for stand-alone units to do what they do best, if you need additional signal processing. You can download (from Behringer) the PDF manual and even a block diagram for the 2442FX (the manual actually covers 4 similar models); I think that would be better than my mumbo jumbo here about the technical aspects of the product. Also, reviews have said the USB models only output main signal to the computer, and I wanted a mixer for live music anyway, so... Read more
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I absolutely love this mixture. I have been using it for live gigs for many times now. For the price, it is great. Sound is crisp and built in effects are adequate.
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The XENYX X1204USB is a 12-channel audio mixer with an integrated USB computer audio interface.The X1204USB provides four mono channels and two stereo channels, making it ideal for smaller jobs. The built-in USB interface allows for a bi-directional transfer of audio to and from your computer. The energyXT2.5 software is compatible with Mac, Windows, and even Linux operating systems, and includes virtual keyboard instruments and drum machines.
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The XENYX 1204 is an analog mixer that brings old-school feel together with the endless possibilities of digital recording. Its included USB interface and energyXT2.5 Compact BEHRINGER Edition software will have you laying down your masterpiece in no time at all.
Old-school feel together with the endless possibilities of digital recording. Click to enlarge.
View rear outputs/controls. Click to enlarge.
Includes USB/Audio Interface for direct plug & play connectivity to your Windows or Mac computer.
Four high-quality XENYX mic preamps and "British" EQ for warmth and musicality.
Channel Your Inner Guru The 8-input XENYX 1204 has four XENYX mic preamps with +48 V phantom power, making it possible to use four dynamic or condenser microphones. The three-band British EQ per channel ensures warm, musical sound. Two subgroups give you seamless transitions for backup vocals, drums or whatever the mix calls for.
XENYX Preamps The microphone channels feature high-end XENYX preamps that compare well with costly outboard preamps in terms of sound quality and dynamics, and boast the following features:
130 dB dynamic range for plenty of headroom
A bandwidth ranging from below 10 Hz to over 200 kHz for nuanced reproduction
Low-noise, distortion-free circuitry for a transparent signal
Perfect for most any mic, with up to 60 dB of gain and a +48 volt phantom power supply
"British EQ" The equalizers used for the XENYX series are based on the legendary circuitry of top-notch consoles made in Britain, which are renowned throughout the world for their warm and musical sound character. Even with extreme gain settings, these equalizers provide outstanding audio.
Two Aux Send Subgroups Add some outboard digital magic to your sound using the AUX send and return jacks. Simply connect an outboard device to apply effects such as reverb or delay, then use the control room function to monitor the effect signal via headphones and control room outputs. Two auxiliary send subgroups make it simple to assign multiple channels to outboard FX units.
Play music between sets via the RCA CD/tape inputs (assignable to main mix or control room/phones outputs) and record your performance to an outboard recording device via the RCA outputs.
Separate Outputs The XENYX 1204 features balanced main mix outputs with gold-plated XLR connectors plus separate control room, headphones and stereo tape outputs.
United by USB The XENYX 1204 is built to become fast friends with your home computer. Commit your mix to digital perfection via the included USB/Audio Interface, then polish and archive your creativity with energyXT2.5 Compact music production software. You can download even more free audio recording and editing software at www.behringer.com.
energyXT2.5 Compact BEHRINGER Edition Included If you're ready to take your projects to an even higher level, XT Software's energyXT2.5 is just the trick. This amazing DAW (digital audio workstation) makes it easy to manipulate your audio and MIDI files, turning song ideas into stunning CD or web-ready recordings. energyXT2.5 includes built-in synthesizers, which can be accessed directly via an external controller or programmed by step-write mode. There's even a built-in drum machine and internal multi-FX processor.
What's in the Box Behringer 1204 Mixer, USB/Audio Interface, Power Cable, RCA Cable, Rackmount Bracket, User's Manual
Premium ultra-low noise, high headroom analog mixer
4 state-of-the-art, phantom-powered XENYX Mic Preamps comparable to stand-alone boutique preamps
4 studio-grade compressors with super-easy one-knob functionality and control LED for professional vocal and instrumental sound
Neo-classic British 3-band EQs for warm and musical sound
I got this mixer about 6 months ago. My friend and I do a weekly radio show on livevideo dot com every wednesday. We began by calling in on headsets with a mic, but I got this mixer and man is it great. I can have myself, and 3 other friends all on individual mics. I can control the volume and EQ for each mic, and mute them with one click. While thats all hooked up, I have a computer used soley as a music/sound effects machine. This mixer also has a total of 3 outs. So you can record on one out and still have 2 other usable outs. I did alot of research on mixers, and I'm 100% satisfied. I might suggest spending the extra money and buying the FX model. I didn't think I would need it, but I wish I would have the option to add effects to the sound. Even without that options is still a 10 out of 10!
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This review is from: Behringer XENYX X1204USB 12-Channel Mixer (Electronics)
This is a good mixer. I chose this because I was hoping the USB connection would transfer audio between the PC and the mixer without the noise that is usually present when using the PC's line out and mic jacks. Although challenging to get the USB audio to work, it does work and is noise free. If you get this, don't even install the drivers on the CD, and instead go straight to the Behringer website and find the latest drivers because the one on the CD in my package was pre-windows 7. Also, there is a little red button above the "phone/ctrl room" volume knob that must be in the "out" or "up" position else audio won't go from the mixer to the PC for recording.
I gave it 4 stars instead of five not because of the issues getting USB audio to work, but because once you do there seems to be some missing functionality. There are no mixer controls available on the USB audio channel. Every other channel, you have all the mixing controls and functions, but on the USB audio channel,... Read more
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Despite the long description and photo, this is the current model with the built-in USB and the compressors on the mic channels. At least that is so for the one I bought from Amazon.
Why the 3 star rating.
1. Inadequate gain on the pre's. While it may be fine for mic'ing your guitar cabinet, it is not adequate for voice over work.
2. Inconsistent performance, each channel requires different setting with the same mic.
3. Unbalanced, you need to pan a mic (to the left on mine) to get it to center the stereo image.
Despite those problems, it seems to be a great mixing console for the money, you would need to speed twice what I did to get the same features in another brand. For a working pro that is probably a good idea, but for the home user like me the savings is worth more than the inconvenience those problems cause. The reason for the down rating is 90% because of the inadequate preamp gain problem. They really need another 20db... Read more
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