Behringer B-1 Condenser Mic Review

Today I review the Behringer B-1 Large Diaphragm Condenser. This thing is boosted 10dB in the higher frequencies while the mids and lows are relatively flat. This gives the microphone a somewhat thinner, more sibilant sound. I think it may work well for singing in a mix, but it may be over boosted for many other applications.
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00:00 - Intro / Price
00:26 - Setup / Disclaimers
00:46 - What’s in the Box
01:11 - Build Quality
01:43 - Specifications
02:05 - Flat vs High Pass vs Pad
02:20 - Windscreen Test
02:31 - Polar Pattern Test
02:44 - Background Noise Test
02:51 - Distance Test
03:09 - Music Test
03:41 - Pros & Cons
04:38 - Recommendation / Conclusion
05:11 - Outro
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[@LanceisLawson]

I purchased a Berhinger B-1 in 1999. I upgraded the capsule a few years ago with a K-47 capsule. My B-1 has been a solid reliable mic that I've recorded with thousands of times. In fact it sounds better than many so called high end mics. Lastly virtually every mic requires some EQ so the fact that the B-1 required EQ is par for the course.

[@zaramomadi5569]

You're so freaking amazing! I'm planning on buying a mic and am binging on your mic reviews!

[@Fishmandroid]

Awesome review! Thanks for taking the time to do it.

[@PSydon1music]

YOU ARE AMAZING!! Your reviews are soo clear and well instructed, thank you soo much

[@0bliviousboy]

Hey just wanna say, thanks for reviewing this mic because honestly its a underrated mic and i have it myself and i end up requesting its review and its awesome, thanks bandrew 👌👏👏👏

[@thebeatnik9593]

I bought mine 20 years ago after graduating from Full Sail. I still use it today for voice over and instrument recording regularly. I think it sounds better than the AT2020 I just bought

[@westosodavid]

No sticker? Damn that's a deal breaker for me What am I supposed to do without my sticker

[@mauditesamours7958]

Great ! I was supposed to buy this one since a long time but had some doubt, now with your videos, it's for sure.

[@xXGABRIELITOXx100]

Lo compraste?

[@Nathannnn128]

thank you for the reviews, they are very helpful

[@Pyroja]

My dad gifted me two of these after they sat on his shelf for 10 years collecting dust. I like them quite a bit! Thanks for doing the review!

[@mohsend72]

This is the review I was waiting for. I just love my Behringer B-2 Pro and I wanted to hear your thoughts on this line of mic. I think they are the best in their own price range.

[@LeighDickeyTV]

Another solid review, Bandrew! I've never been a big Behringer fan, but I might actually pick this one up! No stick though?! What gives?!

[@franzestera249]

The B1 being over boosted to 10db is probably good for low voiced bass people which could give clarity to their speech rather than hearing it like they are eating the mic in low voices .

[@jacquismusic4462]

Thank you that was SO helpful!

[@RookieAlert]

My Dad bought one of these about 15-20 years ago when he was in a band. Passed it on to me about 5 years ago, and it literally just died yesterday. Its a really great microphone if you ask me, and now much cheaper than what he paid for it. Although, I may look at the NT1 as a replacement.

[@dejavoo7641]

Very helpful videos that you make thanks brotha

[@musiccover1103]

Your sound is so amazing and beautiful I really adore it

[@sonnythelarsenist]

I've been using the B1 for about 8 to 10 years. Your review is dead on pretty much. I use it for singing, VO and acoustic guitar, mandolin and ukulele. I have to throw some eq in for the spruce/rosewood acoustic, but my cedar/mahogany needs very little since the boost the mic has is complementary to darker sound. It is the only condenser that I have ever had but its been doing fine. Honestly it is a definite upgrade for vocals from my sm57, at least for me and those few others that I have recorded.

[@smybru]

Yes I am using since 2005

[@mackenlyparmelee5440]

I just got one of these in the mail, partially because of your comment and this video. I am very surprised with how good this mic is for what I paid. I have an AT2020 that I modded with a new circuit board and capsule, and the B-1 is much better for singing vocals than either the stock or modded 2020. I do find that the B-1 isn't quite as strong on some other sources that I've tried it with but I have other mics so not at all a problem for me. This B-1 is pretty flattering on my voice and seems to mix well.

[@jojio27]

thanks for the review)

[@hurleyelizabeth1185]

hey Podcastage, thanks for your good review

[@Podcastage]

Absolutely. Happy to know it helped. =)

[@nathanbasurto8246]

You have a very good way of reviewing a microphone. Subbing

[@krasimirdimitrov7252]

Firstly thank you very much for all the tutorials you do, now if I get it well this mic cna be used as well to record harmonica as instrument

[@Podcastage]

I do not own, nor have I ever recorded harmonica so I’m afraid I am not able to give you a valid answer.

[@krasimirdimitrov7252]

@@Podcastage never mind already with your videos I learned very much, in any case when I recorded my first video I didn' have idea that the mixers esiste neither I couldn't understand what is the difference between the different kind of microphones, thank you

[@YOUSFVO]

Yes I agree you , it gives more present for high frequencies range.

[@timdatailor8482]

Very good demo

[@subodhgodbole7266]

VERY NICE.. and lovely singing too...!!😃👍

[@rushnready]

i have had this mic like 10 years .still going strong

[@ezzong]

Do you ever wanted to upgrade your mic or is it still good enough to be used?

[@rushnready]

@@ezzong still good enough.

[@ezzong]

Thanks for the reply! Many people complain about its noise floor, what's your experience on that?

[@rushnready]

@@ezzong is been OK

[@vequv3960]

thanks i realy want this review

[@Podcastage]

You're welcome.

[@mdmax7002]

Hii bro very nice review! Pls do a test for lewit 440. I will be waiting

[@Rick-xn2qk]

I have an older one. little bit smoother than the newer ones. quite useful

[@samuelacuna6053]

nice review man!!!!

[@Podcastage]

thank you.

[@Dallen9]

I'd like to see (in the future) this mic with a capsule upgrade or other mods. I personally would like to know the limits of "stealth" mod ability.

[@rdmsh]

Love the look on your face after you threw the box. One day you’ll break something 😀

[@TheRealJPhillips]

Had one maybe 15 or so years ago. It just stopped working for whatever reason. Great mic. I own a nt1 now but will get another b1 soon just outta respect for it

[@Tenon96]

Hi! Great review! I can’t decide which one to chose: audio technica AT2020 or behringer B1. I will use the mic for singing and speech in the first place. What can you advice me? Thanks!

[@jonas6293]

Get the At2035

[@FLOODOFSINS]

Could you review the Sennheiser MKH-8050 next? Oh while you're at could you also review the k-tek boom and the Orca Or-30 Thanks buddy

[@thedentaloutlet]

I see you mentioned two use cases. Would you endorse a third use case of using it for a Podcast? Have a neighbor looking to offload one for $45 and after watching this great review, sounds like it could do the job fairly well.

[@bluecollarbuddha948]

Good microphone. I use it for my solo voiceover work. It's far superior to my Neewer 1500s.

[@joshuaharrover9580]

I've been offering freelance Voice Over services for about two years now, and I usually use the AT-2020; Shure SM57; and MXL 770. But, to be honest, I am considering getting this as an emergency/backup mic. Maybe even for a travel mic.

[@helicopterhead7169]

i love your singing voice :)

[@johnjackson8902]

With that much of a high end boost I don't think this is justifiable at $100. It looks solid and does have the high pass and -10 dB pad, but unless you're recording drums or sound effects I doubt you'd need the pad. There are so many options (including used gear) in the same price range. You could get the AT2020 for the same price, you could get the MXL V67G, 990, or 770 for significantly less, you could get some higher end stuff used as well. If you got this at a reduced price then maybe, but if you're just going to be using it for singing, voiceovers, or with an amp then there are a lot better options.

[@Up_All_Night]

Sounds fine to me. I don't think I'd pay ~$30 more than for an MXL V67g, but the MXL doesn't come with a shock mount or that sweet case.

[@jb-ro4ow]

Gave a like because of your sad sticker song. Hope you can keep sticking on man.

[@Podcastage]

"Sticking" on! Was that a STICKER JOKE!? REEEEEEEEEEEE!

[@emkplayboy6]

Hello Podcastage , would you recommend this for vocals such as rapping?

[@sacredpharaoh3748]

can you make a obs audio tutorial with filters etc. please

[@koontzman123]

So which mic do I buy for just my singing and acoustic guitar. I'm just starting out and will buy an audio interface and do some diy room treatments to my living room.

[@jitendratiwari4339]

GOD BLESS YOU

[@JangLilBitofErrthang]

some one gave me a c-3 a few years back, just been sitting in my drawer. pared with my MXL genesis, gonna test it out to get my YT audio together

[@NutsAboutGaming]

Can you make a video about budget dynamic mic... I think that would be great especially for those ppl like me whos in a tight budget and a very noisy space.

[@Podcastage]

Look at my review of the Behringer XM8500 and Pyle PDMIC58

[@johnjackson8902]

Neewer also has one. I don't know how good it is since I only bought for making videos if there's too much noise for a condenser. I don't remember the model but Shure has a dynamic available for around $40 IIRC, so you could look for that model, I'm sure it would be cheaper used.

[@Up_All_Night]

It's the SM48. the PGA58 may get that cheap on sale.

[@miketype1each]

It may not matter to anyone, but I feel this mic is best used as a broadcast/podcast mic with the rolloff/high-pass switch engaged. Throwing that switch allows me to get a fist away from the mic for a good up-close, personal sound, like for a broadcast. With the neutral setting engaged, this mic is best used AT LEAST a thumb and pinky away for those with higher-pitched voices, and for myself, at least a thumb and pinky + a fist away for voiceover and singing. Otherwise, it's a smooth, low-noise mic. Paid less than $60 on some crazy sale Amazon were having at the time.

[@Podcastage]

I'm really glad that this mic is working for you and you got such a great deal on it. That's fantastic. Happy recording Mike.

[@MrGunzoller]

What is the microphone in the upper right corner, please? Thank you. ps. good review.

[@Podcastage]

Electro Voice RE20

[@112233aaify]

Самый лучший микрофон в мире! За такую цену,он делает всех до 1000 $.Спасибо за видео!

[@adik399]

Троллишь?)

[@xXGABRIELITOXx100]

Muy bien

[@CarlosFernandez-jo7tb]

Hi! ET. Could you possibly make a review on the Behringer TM1 Tannoy? It’s a mic, almost forgot to say that! And if you could match it to the Behringer UMC204HD interface, it would be honey over corn flakes. Thank you!!

[@darkmew64]

Yep, this one is definitely too bright for spoken word! Nice review as always :D

[@jimmyagc]

hola, puede probar el micrófono Icon m1?. me encantó tu video :3

[@cacarlitoto]

Please make this video... Will you get good audio with the NW-700 without anything (usb soundcard audio interface etc.)

[@0Braincells]

how do u configure it to sound like that in the video with the mixer please send a picture or something.

[@keske3717]

Can you please review the blue raspberry??

[@car_rus]

What about volume output and background noise compared to Behringer C-1? I found the C-1 very low in volume. To get enough volume you have to raise the gain up so much... and it produces a quite annoying amount of background noise. Please let me know! Thanks for all! :)

[@465aj]

Does it damage a condenser mic like this if it clips, as in not using the pad

[@TheJupiteL]

I'm still waiting for the box to hit those mics behind you.

[@jitendratiwari4339]

I AM SPEECH LESS YOU ARE JUST AWSOME

[@itiscmp]

AT-2020 vs Behringer B-1 ?

[@chickencoopowner]

AT2020

[@kristapspucens]

b-1

[@nirnaya13]

What do you think now? I'm still not sure.

[@LukasShyuda]

EXACTLY my problem right now. Any suggestions giving that I'll try to record growls, screams and ofc clean vocals on it?

[@ochd1502]

I prefer AT2020 for long term use, but the B-1 is also great for starter and more feature than at2020.

[@thtavrgwhteguy8808]

heyyy so we have the same interface and ive matched the settings and I have to ask are you using a 1/4 male to xlr female adapter that way you have the xlr to xlr connection for phantom power use?

[@Podcastage]

Xlr to xlr cable. Phantom power is only passed over xlr to xlr. 1/4” does not pass any power to the mic.

[@PepeCardenasLocutor]

Hello, what cable do you have connected to the mic?

[@msistephane8700]

Hello, have you already tested the t.bone sc450? is it better than the rode nt1 a?

[@jean9910]

What is the box you keep your pre amp in

[@MotionMedia7]

I watch the majority of your videos and do like them,now i face a problem with my Berhinger b1 connected to the m-audio solotrack,would you tell me what to do to make it work,cause i tried with the fantom power 48v,not working when i connect the berhinger to a large mixer it works perfectly with the same cable even without the fantom power on.Help me please🙏🏾

[@alicebulzomi7962]

I have the same microphone and the same focusrite but I can't recording(with audacity) on the left Channel. The program recording only on the right one and I hear the sound only on the right. Someone can help me?

[@darkguard8433]

Can u make a video on real headphones Vs gaming headphones

[@nomusic2812]

Your review broke my dream☹️ I don’t know is it you voice problem or microphone problem

[@_Depe]

I bought a B1 condenser mic too, but when I put in 45% of gain (just like your video, in focusrite scarlet solo), I listen too much crackly at background. I don't know what is happening! I'm getting crazy with this crackly.

[@stargatepioneer]

Wait. You complain if there IS a sticker in the box and now you complain when there ISN'T a sticker in the box? I'm so confused.

[@Podcastage]

Now you're catching on. =)

[@zofa8572]

i love that Behringer song, if you dont have coppy right, may i sing too😂

[@Podcastage]

Go for it.

[@tempest9705]

Maybe behringer is not gonna give u stickers anymore cuz they saw ur XENYX Q1202USB review

[@javi_i7]

I know this comment is very new compared to the release of this video, but I want to ask something... I have this B1, but when I turn it on, it capts ALL the sound, just like an ASMR mic, but I just want to record my voice or an instrument. What can I do? Please help!♥️✨

[@michaltanay2315]

This Behringer B-1 Condenser Microphone I can use for Saxophone ?

[@6POGBA]

Cool video !

[@drood78]

did they ever send the sticker?

[@xHadesStamps]

Yes! No damned sticker!

[@ultimategamer765]

Did it come with chords?

[@kansascityblessedkidtv4445]

Got question so what's the best microphone so far that you reviewed cause I watch every one yo videos so I was wondering ????💨💨💨💨💯

[@kansascityblessedkidtv4445]

Andrew M. Sheppard which one is best I'm looking to invest in very good one

[@Fezbeed]

As AT2035 owner. It's a good mic for budget.

[@Podcastage]

Andrew hit the nail on the head. There's no such thing as BEST. It's specific to use case, application, environment, etc. And you have to consider the law of diminishing returns when you're looking at the "BEST" $5000+ mics.

[@kansascityblessedkidtv4445]

Fezbeed that I was saying I was just wondering what was the best he reviewd

[@chickencoopowner]

but there is no best

[@astrani]

Can't find your Song on spotify :/

[@danielm.3403]

Does this mic have any noise? Because my C 3 has and people on forums mentioned the same. because i am going to refund it and buy another one.

[@rikardlandberg]

Test the MXL CUBE! :) And Mackie Onyx Artist 1.2

[@KrayzieE]

This Behringer B-1 or the MXL 990 for rap vocals?

[@mrlego556]

B1 VS MXL 770 for rap vocals

[@bodenrasmussen2598]

Is the Bm-800 a good mic for streaming.

[@johnjackson8902]

Boden Rasmussen It should be just fine assuming it gets the correct amount of voltage which is 5+ volts. It's gonna work just as well as any of the popular USB mics

[@ChrisLeeMixedIn]

No sticker?

[@garryjs1]

Can someone please explain me what is the sticker?

[@AccurateBurn]

This or alctron um900?

[@NunoJorgeSingerProducer]

Well your voice sounds very good on a mobile phone's speaker 😉

[@mattwaters6987]

Almost identical specs with the B2-pro. Except for multi patterns.

[@Podcastage]

That’s very good information to have.

[@ElectronicsForFun]

no sticker in the box? they must watch your reviews lol

[@ciriloZking]

I’m gonna use it as an overhead drum mic lol. I’m too broke to buy another mic

[@johnjairosantoss]

Akg 120 or b1 behringer

[@unique-unesi]

Recommend B-1or B2 pro for singing ?

[@Podcastage]

I haven't used either of those mics for years so I can't really say with any certainty. I would ask which one you prefer the sound of more?

[@miketype1each]

Just back up a bit, like, at least a thumb and pinky. A thumb and pinky + a fist away is best for me. It's a very good mic.

[@izharfaridiofficial4619]

Sir,,15 see 20000 RS. Ke under Koi accha Condenser mic bataiye,,plz mujhe kharidna hai,,,

[@heyitsean3827]

Doesn't sound bad

[@lorde_b8847]

I think the B-1 is better that the AT2020.

[@qwuzzy]

boy its 3am

[@hsynsrky]

I just got B-1 and plugged it into my behringer umc202hd but It doesn't work. I switch v48+ on and still, it doesn't work. I am using Twozoh XLR to TRS cable. What should I do?

[@Podcastage]

It's because of the cable. Phantom power is not transferred over 1/4" output. You need an XLR to XLR cable in order to provide the required phantom power to the microphone.

[@hsynsrky]

@@Podcastage Can I plug in an XLR cable to UMC 202HD? Do I need to change my sound card :/ If I can -which, seems like I can- can you suggest a good cable at around 15-20 bucks range please?

[@hsynsrky]

Yea XLR to XLR solved the problem.