Behringer C-1U Studio Condenser Microphone with USB Audio Interface and Software

The primary type of Microphone used in Recording studios and radio stations, condenser microphones are the ideal choice for capturing vocals and acoustic instruments. Unlike a dynamic microphone, a condenser microphone collects Sound from throughout an environment such as a room, rather than only picking up what's happening directly in front of it. It is capable of capturing much more detail with wider, flatter frequency response. Trouble is, conventional condenser microphones aren’t made to Interface with a Computer — you have to provide a microphone preamplifier and an analog-to-USB interface. But the C-1U has a built-in USB interface that derives the needed power directly from you computer's USB Input and requires no special drivers. Just plug in and start recording your masterpiece!

You also get an extensive Software package with Audacity for recording, Kristal Audio Engine for Editing and multitracking, Podifier uploading software and PodNova downloading software. It works like this: Connect the mic to your PC or Mac. Load Audacity and save your recording onto your hard drive. Now load the included Kristal software and you can edit your recording or add tracks. Now you're ready to upload your work onto the Web via Podifier.

Professional large-diaphragm condenser microphone with built-in 48 KHz USB interface for unsurpassed audio quality

Gets phantom power directly from PC USB Output

Comes with Audacity audio editor, Kristal audio engine, Podifier uploading software, and Juice and Podnova downloading software

Maximum SPL (sound pressure level) of 136 DB

Ideal as main and support microphone for studio and live applications

Exceptionally flat frequency response and ultra-high sound Resolution

Cardioid pickup pattern for outstanding sound source separation and feedback rejection

Ultra low-noise transformerless FET input circuitry

LED indicates phantom power operation

Ultra-rugged construction with die-cast body

USB connector and swivel stand mount included

With its built-in USB interface and comprehensive software package, just plug in and start laying down tracks

Compatible with Windows XP - Vista - Mac OS