Behringer A50-26313-00002 User Manual

User Manual

A50-26313-00002

STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONES C‑2

STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONES C‑2

Safety precautions1.

Please read all safety precautions and operating instructions before at­tempting to operate the unit. Keep all safety precautions and operating
instructions for future reference.

Water and moisture:

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.

Power supply:

Always use the power supply specied in the operating instructions.

Damage:

Take care not to drop your microphone as this can lead to severe damage.
BEHRINGER assumes no liability for any damage caused by the user.

Service and care:

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.

Introduction2.

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 sudio and on the stage.

Power supply3.

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.

Power supply2

STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONES C‑2

Pickup patterns4.

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.

Possible applications5.

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.

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.

Low cut-lter and signal level 6.

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 pres-

sures. 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.

Low cut-lter and signal level attenuation (−10 dB) 3

STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONES C‑2

Microphone installation7.

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.

Audio connection8.

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.

Level setting / adjusting the basic sound9.

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

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!

Warranty10.

For our current warranty terms, please refer to our website at http://www.
behringer.com, or call [phone].

Specications11.

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

Supply voltage +48 V

Specications4

STUDIO CONDENSER MICROPHONES C‑2

Supply current 3 mA
Dimensions Æ shaft: 0.8", length: 3.7"

Weight approx. 0.2 lbs (approx. 0.09 kg)

BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of

these efforts, modications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice.
Specications and appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.

Technical specications and appearance are subject to change without notice. The information con-

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logo, JUST LISTEN and C-2) mentioned belong to their respective owners, and such use neither

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(Æ shaft: 20 mm, length: 94 mm)

Polar patternFig. 11.1:

Frequency responseFig. 11.2:

Specications 5