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Behringer B-5 Studio Condenser Microphone with 2 Interchangeable Capsules

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Behringer B-5 Studio Condenser Microphone with 2 Interchangeable Capsules
Key Features
  • For Studio and Live Applications
  • Cardioid and Omnidirectional Capsules
  • Switchable Roll-Off & Pad
  • Includes Mic Clip, Windscreen & Case
The Behringer B-5 Gold-Sputtered Diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphone features two interchangeable capsules that offer cardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns. This flexible design results in high-quality signal reproduction when capturing both vocals and instruments. The cardioid capsule provides maximum rejection of off-axis audio and ambiance, minimizing room noise and feedback. The omnidirectional capsule provides a generous pickup with uniform frequency response throughout. There is a -10 dB pad switch and low-frequency roll-off for suppressing low-frequency hum, rumble, and wind noise. The B-5 is suitable for capturing vocals, drum overheads, guitars, and similar instruments. The package includes a microphone stand adapter, a windscreen, and a carrying case.
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Behringer B-5 Overview

The Behringer B-5 Gold-Sputtered Diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphone features two interchangeable capsules that offer cardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns. This flexible design results in high-quality signal reproduction when capturing both vocals and instruments. The cardioid capsule provides maximum rejection of off-axis audio and ambiance, minimizing room noise and feedback. The omnidirectional capsule provides a generous pickup with uniform frequency response throughout. There is a -10 dB pad switch and low-frequency roll-off for suppressing low-frequency hum, rumble, and wind noise. The B-5 is suitable for capturing vocals, drum overheads, guitars, and similar instruments. The package includes a microphone stand adapter, a windscreen, and a carrying case.

Interchangeable Capsules
Omnidirectional and cardioid capsules provide flexibility for capturing audio in a wide variety of applications.
Low Frequency Roll Off
A low-frequency roll-off switch provides control over low-frequency hum and wind noise.
-10 dB Pad Switch
A -10 dB pad switch provides the necessary headroom for loud audio signals.
Linear Frequency Response
A linear, wide frequency response results in accurate detail from most sources.

Behringer B-5 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Stand/Boom Mount
Element Type
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid, Omnidirectional
Microphone
Microphone Type
Stand/Boom Mount
Sound Field
Mono
Operating Principle
Pressure Gradient
Pressure Operated
Element Type
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid, Omnidirectional
Pattern Selection
Switched
Pad
-10 dB
High-Pass Filter
150 Hz, 6 dB/Octave
Tone Adjustment
No
Indicators
No
Performance
Frequency Range
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
140 dB SPL (Phantom Power)
150 dB SPL (Phantom Power, with Pad)
Sensitivity
Cardioid: -38 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz
Omnidirectional: -40 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Cardioid: 78 dB A-Weighted
Omnidirectional: 76 dB A-Weighted
Power
Operating Voltage
48 V (Phantom Power)
Operating Current Consumption
3 mA
Physical
Color
Nickel
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.42 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.95 x 5.2 x 3.3"

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