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The C-100 is gorgeously detailed. It's advertised as a hi-res microphone and upon first listen it has delivered just that: fast transients and transparent clarity on every source its put up against!
From Sony
The Sony C-100 is a two way condenser microphone, compatible with High-Resolution Audio, and suitable for vocal and critical instrument recording in the studio. Incorporating newly developed double microphone capsules and noise elimination structure, originally employed in the C-800G microphone, the C-100 delivers a broad frequency range of 20 to 50,000 Hz and excellent reproduction of vocal and musical qualities. The condenser element of the C-100 microphone provides a selectable pick-up pattern (Omni/Uni/bi-directional) for various recording applications.
Highlights:
- Hi-Res Mic (Side Address) – Ideal for Vocal Applications
- Supports Hi-Res Recording (～50kHz）in an ultra-compact package
- Two-way structure incorporates newly developed capsules with variable directivity that deliver a wide frequency response of 20Hz to 50kHz
- Selectable pick-up pattern (Omni/Uni/Bi) supports a wide variety of recording applications
- Two-part metallic body structure employed in the C-800G microphone prevents acoustic vibration resulting in low noise and clear sound
- Low-Cut filter eliminates low-frequency noise and proximity effect
- -10dB pad switch provides added headroom
Excellent Sound Quality:
Two-way diaphragm structure realizes both broad high range and resonant mid-low range and gives great vocal presence.
Wide Frequency Response:
The C-100 microphone has a broad frequency response (20 Hz to 50kHz) and provides superb sound reproduction quality for High-Resolution Audio.
Noise Elimination Construction:
Two-part metallic body structure employed in C-800G microphone prevents acoustic vibration resulting in low noise and clear sound.
Switchable Polar Patterns:
The C-100 microphone features switchable uni-directional, omni-directional and bi-directional ploar patterns for various recording applications.
Low-Cut Filter:
Low-Cut filter switch helps eliminate low-frequency noise and proximity effect.
Pad Switch:
A -10dB pad switch on C-100 microphone provides added headroom and minimizes distortion caused by transient peaks.
Capsule Type: 2 Way Microphone (Condenser + Back electret condenser)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz-50,000 Hz
Directivity: Cardioid/Omni directional/Bi directional
Sensitivity: - 31 dB (Uni-directional)
- 37 dB (Omni-directional)
- 35 dB (Bi-directional)
(deviation±3 dB)
(0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz)
Dynamic Range: More than 113 dB (Uni-direct.)
More than 114 dB (Omni-direct.)
More than 114 dB (Bi-direct.)
S/N Ratio: (Cardioid) 76 dB or more
(Omni directional) 71 dB or more
(Bi directional) 73 dB or more
(A-weighted, 1 kHz, 1 Pa.)
Inherent Noise (0dB=20µPa): Less than 19 dB SPL (Uni-directional)
Less than 24 dB SPL (Omni-directional)
Less than 22 dB SPL (Bi-directional)
(0 dB=2 × 10-5 Pa)
(IEC* 61672-1 A-Weighted, 1 kHz, 1 Pa)
Max SPL (dB SPL)(0dB=20µP): More than 132 (Uni)
More than 138 (Omni)
More than 136 (Bi)
(output level for %1 waveform distortion at 1 kHz, cc equivalent input sound pressure level: 0 dB=2 X 10-5
Connector: XLR-3-12C (male)
Power Requirements: +48 V phantom power
Output Impedance: 90 Ω ±15%, balanced
Microphone Cable: XLR 3-pin Cable Required (Not Supplied)
Dimensions: 1.57 in. dia. × 6.89 in. (40 mm dia. × 175 mm)
Weight: Approx. 10.2 oz (290 g)
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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