Behringer Microphone C 2 User Manual

User Manual  
STUDIO CONDENSER  
MICROPHONES C-2  
2 Matched Studio Condenser Microphones  
 
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1. Introduction  
Congratulations! By purchasing the BEHRINGER C-2, you have obtained 2 condenser  
microphones that offer 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 deffective 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 effect 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 effect. By cleverly selecting the position and the angle of your microphone, you can  
effectively manipulate the proximity effect and thus affect 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 filter that lets you eliminate  
low-frequency disturbances such as subsonic noise. Set the switch to its middle position to  
activate the low-cut filter.  
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 influenced 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 filter and signal level attenunation  
should be switched off. 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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0ꢀ  
0ꢀ  
30ꢀ  
30ꢀ  
60ꢀ  
60ꢀ  
90ꢀ  
90ꢀ  
dB  
-30  
-20  
120ꢀ  
120ꢀ  
-10  
0
150ꢀ  
150ꢀ  
180ꢀ  
180ꢀ  
250 Hz  
500 Hz  
1 kHz  
2 kHz  
4 kHz  
8 kHz  
16 kHz  
Polar pattern  
20  
10  
0
-10  
-20  
20  
50 100 200  
500 1k  
2k  
5k 10k 20k  
Frequency response  
 
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9. Specifications  
Transducer type  
condenser, 16 mm (0.63'')  
Operating principle  
Polar pattern  
pressure gradient  
cardioid  
Connector  
gold-plated balanced XLR connector  
−41 dBV (0 dBV = 1 V/Pa)  
20 Hz to 20 kHz  
Open circuit sensitivity (@ 1 kHz)  
Frequency response  
level attenuation  
−10 dB, switchable  
6 dB/oct. @ 120 Hz (switchable)  
140 dB (0 dB), 150 dB (−10 dB)  
19 dBA  
Low-cut filter  
Max. SPL (≤ 1% THD @ 1 kHz)  
Equivalent noise level (IEC 651)  
Signal-to-noise ratio  
Nominal impedance  
Load impedance  
75 dB  
75 Ω  
> 1 kΩ  
Mains Voltage/Fuse  
Supply voltage  
Supply current  
+48 V  
3 mA  
Physical/Weight  
Dimensions  
0 shaft: 0.8" / 20 mm  
length: 3.7" / length: 94 mm  
Weight  
approx. 0.2 lbs / 0.09 kg  
 
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