Behringer C-1U Studio Condenser Microphone USB

The C-1U is every home recording and podcasting enthusiast's dream come true. The C-1U is identical to the much-lauded C-1 - with one difference: It has a built-in USB interface. This means you can start recording faster and with less hardware effort than ever before - just plug it into your computer's USB port and get started! What is a USB condenser microphone? The most commonly used microphones in studios and radio stations are undoubtedly condenser microphones. They are the ideal choice for voices and instrument miking. Unlike a dynamic microphone, which only records the sounds directly in front of it, a condenser microphone records the sounds of the entire environment. It is able to capture more details with a greater frequency response. One problem with conventional condenser microphones is that they are not designed to be used on a computer. You need a preamp and a USB interface. The C-1U has all of this on-board - it has a built-in USB interface. The power required comes from the USB port on your computer. Plug'n Play - just connect and get started! Great sound made even easier? No, it really couldn't be easier! Unlike most other USB microphones, you don't need any additional drivers to operate the C-1U . Not even under windows Vista! A large software package is also included: Audacity for recording, Christal Audio Engine for editing, as well as the Podifier upload software and PodNova download software. Here's how it works: Connect the microphone to your PC or Mac. Launch Audacity and save your recordings to your hard drive. Now you can use the Kristal software to edit your recordings or add additional tracks. - Done! With the Podfire software you can now put the finished piece online C-1U has a very wide frequency response and therefore offers the best possible playback quality of the original signal . The cardioid pattern offers optimal sound source separation and feedback suppression. It is extremely low noise thanks to the FET input circuit. The dynamic range extends from 40 Hz to 20 kHz and up to 136 dB. Special Feature Here's Why You Need a C-1U ... Why you need the C-1U ... - Far better quality than the dynamic microphones you're currently using - With the build-in USB interface and extensive software package you can get started straight away. - No additional drivers required. Fully compatible with windows XP/Vista and Mac. - Includes rotating microphone holder and transport case