Difference between Studio Projects B1 & C1

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Okay...I just ordered a Studio Projects B1 because, quite frankly I'm too broke now to buy a C1. What exactly is the difference between these two anyway?
 
I don't know how to put it into words exactly but, I do own both the B1 and C1 mics, and I like the C1 over the B1 because, IMO it just sounds better, period. I know everyone on this forum hates the word "better" but, too bad... I'm just telling it like it is, or calling it the way I hear it.

Robertt8 said:
Okay...I just ordered a Studio Projects B1 because, quite frankly I'm too broke now to buy a C1. What exactly is the difference between these two anyway?
 
The C1 has a 6 micron diaphragm while the B is 3 micron. The C is made to sound more "German" and "flattering" while the B is designed to sound more neutral...

I think that's pretty accurate, but if I'm off, please let me know. :)
 
Sklathill, yeah that's about right, and you can hear the difference too.
 
Hey, "German" and "flattering" in the same sentence--you make me feel good, Sklathill ;)
 
where do i buy studio project mics? best deal on them. I hear so much about them.
 
Sklathill said:
The C1 has a 6 micron diaphragm while the B is 3 micron. The C is made to sound more "German" and "flattering" while the B is designed to sound more neutral...

I think that's pretty accurate, but if I'm off, please let me know. :)

Curious as to how something sounds "GERMAN"!!??


Can you kindly explain!!??

Thankyou!
 
I knew I'd get caught on that eventually. :) For me, it's this sort of color that makes the mid range sounds sound a bit better than real, along with a sharpness or pointedness to the sound. It has both smooth body and clarity...German, I guess. :) I guess I probably should have just said "colored" or something along those lines...
 
Sklathill said:
I knew I'd get caught on that eventually. :) For me, it's this sort of color that makes the mid range sounds sound a bit better than real, along with a sharpness or pointedness to the sound. It has both smooth body and clarity...German, I guess. :) I guess I probably should have just said "colored" or something along those lines...

No, it's cool! I understand!! Similar to the tonal qualities and sound coloring found in German-made mics!

Thx!
 
German mic........

don't those make your W's sound like V's
 
Sklathill said:
The C1 has a 6 micron diaphragm while the B is 3 micron. The C is made to sound more "German" and "flattering" while the B is designed to sound more neutral...

I think that's pretty accurate, but if I'm off, please let me know. :)

That is part of the difference, but the electronic design is different as well. The B Series is more neutral sounding...

Some people prefer the B Series over the C Series, but I love the warmth and coloration of the C Series. Either way, both series of mics compliment each other. It is not like you are buying the same mic.

Again, mics are very subjective and should be auditioned before making a decision. :D
 
Reading this thread made me a little curious about current pricing structures between the US and Australia, so I did some online price checking and have come to the conclusion that at least where SP mics are concerned, I will seriously consider importing any future mics direct from the US, as even allowing for "top of the line" shipping I am still going to save money. The other alternative is to look at other brands.

As an example, a B1 has a US list of $99 and a street price of $79 US. In Aust., it has a Recommended Retail (List) of $319 Aust (approx $175 US) and a street price of $259 Aust (approx $142 US).

Alan, if this is indicative of what we can expect the C4's Aust., pricing...........



:cool:
 
While on the subject, how about the difference between the T3 and the TB1 besides, of couse, the price.
 
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