Behringer B2?

[chewmanfoo]

Anyone used this mic? I don't know what these stats mean:

*nearly linear frequency range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz

*Selectable omni or cardioid polar patterns, switchable high-pass filter and -10 dB pad

*A protective carrying case, shock mount and windscreen are included.

Looks nice, $150 on zzounds.com

Anyone?
chewy

 

[chessrock]

That's not a bad deal for a Rode NT2 with a Behringer logo on it.


* Near linear frequency range from 20 to 20 is just a bunch of marketing gobbledy-gook someone at Behringer thought would sound impressive. What it's supposed to mean is that it will reproduce your sound source very accurately without any added colorations, etc. What it really means is that it will reproduce the sound source pretty accurately, but with a good dose of extra treble, in non-technical terms.

* Selectible omni or cardiod poar pattern just means you can make it zero right in on a sound source, or you can choose to broaden it's "reach" and capture a bigger picture, so to speak. The cardiod patterns is like the zoom lens of a camera, and the omni is more like a wider view feature (although it doesn't magnify anything from a distance).

 

[chewmanfoo]

Rode NT2?

Is that insider information? How do you know it's a Rode NT2? Is this good? The NT2 costs $400! I'm writing this message on a MicronPC 21" Trinitron, which cost $200 less than the Sony variety, but is just as good. This sounds like a deal to me!

 

[chessrock]

It is if you like that sound.

Think of it as an NT2, but with some cheaper components and not as reliable from a Quality Control standpoint.

I would look in to it more, because seriously, I've only heard this second-hand, but I it's supposedly even made in the same factory (and has the same desigh) as the NT2.

Seriously, though, for $50 or so more, I would just get a Studio Projects C1 if you like that kind of sound (the boosted treble kinda' thing).

 

[chewmanfoo]

that kinda sound

I don't really know what kind of sound I like. I'm really a newbie, but I want a good, inexpensive all-purpose mike. Or maybe I don't.

I'm recording acoustic guitar and male vocals both quiet and quite loud. I don't, at present, have any more use for another microphone. I have a Shure 55SH and a really crappy Peavey Dynamic mic (don't know the model, does it matter?)

Behringer B2: Is this mic a good choice?

Thanks
chewy

 

[christiaan]

You might want to take a look at the Studio Projects B-1. $79 and it finds a lot of use and good reviews on this bbs. I'm getting one myself next month (Or maybe a B-3, I'm not sure yet).
www.studioprojectsusa.com

 

[deadleafecho]

if your willing to spend 150, get the studio projects b3 ,its very similar to the behringer it looks,20hz-20khz response, omni cardioid and figure 8 patterns, -10db pad and high pass switch.
http://www.humbuckermusic.com/studprojb3re.html
Sells for 159, doesnt come with the case or shockmount which kinda sucks, but might be a better mic who knows.

 

[christiaan]

Sells for 159, doesnt come with the case or shockmount which kinda sucks, but might be a better mic who knows.

Kinda but it is supposed to work fine without a shockmount because it has some sort of internal suspension.

 

[deadleafecho]

Well i have the B1 which has the same internal suspension and it works great, so maybes its not needed *shrug*

 

[StevenLindsey]

I've had a Behringer B2 for about a year now. Hasn't missed a lick yet. Sounds good. Unfortunately, I bought mine when I was ignorant ( well, even more ignorant than now ) and paid $270. I've used it for recording acoustic guitar, vocals, bass drums, shakers, harmonica..... it does a decent job on them all. There are a lot better mics out there, but not for $150.00. I'm looking at a Rode NTK or a Shure KSM44 for my next one. If you're wanting a mic for recording acoustic guitar, the Marshall MXL603 does a good job for $80.00. You can get a 603 and a Studio Projects B1 for $160. Just some thoughts. But, yeah, the Behr..B2 is a good mic.

 

[Henri Devill]

I like them for the money...


Don

 

[hrn]

The best microphones in the world are made in Europe and old Soviet union.

Basta!

Hans,
www.hagen.nu

 

[chewmanfoo]

So, Studio Projects B1, B2, B3, Rode NT2...

Which mic do you prefer?

Thanks!
chewy

 

[hrn]

You can listen to some different mics here:
http://www.thelisteningsessions.com/sessions.htm

You'll find that the preamp is as important as the mic. Just listen to the sound of the API.

You should also consider the ADK A51. I own a pair and I'm very happy with them.

Hans