BEHRINGER C-3 CONDENSER MICROPHONE
Product Overview
The C-3 Condenser Microphone is a versatile, professional-quality microphone designed for home and project studios that demand flexibility, accuracy, and reliability. Featuring a dual-diaphragm design, the C-3 delivers exceptional realism, sensitivity, and detail across a wide range of recording applications.
Developed by Behringer, the C-3 stands out with its three selectable pickup patterns, onboard frequency filters, and input pads, making it an excellent choice for vocals, instruments, and creative studio techniques.
Built to last, the C-3 includes a heavy-duty suspension mount, windscreen, and a protective aluminum carrying case, offering everything you need for professional recordings right out of the box.
What Is a Condenser Microphone?
Condenser microphones are the industry standard for recording vocals and acoustic instruments, widely used in recording studios and radio stations.
Thanks to their wider and flatter frequency response, condenser microphones capture far more detail than most dynamic microphones. They require +48V phantom power to operate due to their active internal circuitry.
The C-3 can be powered using any phantom-power-equipped audio interface or mixer, including Behringer XENYX mixers, allowing you to take full advantage of high-quality microphone preamps.
Why Choose the C-3?
The C-3 offers an affordable yet powerful studio microphone solution with advanced features rarely found at this price point.
Selectable Pickup Patterns
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Omnidirectional: Captures sound equally from all directions
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Cardioid: Focuses on the sound source while rejecting off-axis noise
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Figure-Eight: Captures sound from the front and rear, ideal for duets and mid/side recording
Additional Features
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Dual-diaphragm condenser design
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Frequency filters for controlling unwanted low frequencies
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Input pads for handling louder sound sources
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Neutral, transparent sound character
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Gold-plated XLR output for clean, noise-free signal transmission
The result is a microphone that delivers clarity, flexibility, and professional performance in virtually any recording scenario.
What’s Included
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C-3 Dual-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
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Heavy-duty suspension shock mount
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Windscreen
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Protective aluminum carrying case
Ideal For
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Home & project studios
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Vocal recording
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Acoustic instruments
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Drum overheads
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Room recording & stereo techniques
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Podcasters and content creators