Sony C-80 Condenser Microphone

The Sony C-80 condenser microphone offers pristine high-fidelity recording options that are flexible and straightforward courtesy of a holistic design and studio-friendly features. Inside, the C-80’s a dual-diaphragm capsule delivers focused uni-directional recording that’s great for vocals, acoustic instruments, speaker cabinets, and more. It’s an ideal multipurpose mic for any studio rig. The C-80 also borrows acoustic design cues from its pricier cousins with an internal isolation structure was taken from the Sony C-800G and a second diaphragm (located in the back and borrowed from the Sony C-100) that purifies recording results further by cutting down on unwanted proximity effect and low-end boominess. Sweetwater sound engineers can’t get enough of this offering from Sony! It delivers reliable performance with a design that’s on par with high-end mics that cost thousands of dollars.

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Masterful stability

Few microphones deliver the sound isolation of the C-80 at such a reasonable price tag. Sure, lots of microphones boast extra modes and settings, but the C-80 is all about pure, raw fidelity. Sony recognizes that every part of a microphone colors its character and performance. Inside, that’s why the C-80 features top-notch acoustic design with a low-noise build. This design rejects physical vibrations caused by your sound source, other instruments, and outdoor distractions which keeps your mic incredibly stable. Sony’s unique dual-capsule unidirectional diaphragm boosts overall sound isolation, especially when dealing with vocalists or expressive players who like to move around. And if that’s not enough to achieve your ideal recording, the C-80 also comes with a 30Hz low-cut filter for eliminating low-frequency white noise and proximity effect. There’s even a -10dB pad switch, which is a great way to add more headroom to dynamic tracks!

Sony C-80 Condenser Microphone Features:

• Ultra-compact condenser microphone suited for vocals, acoustic instruments, and speaker cabinets
• Unidirectional recording with dual-diaphragm design
• Low-noise build produces exceptionally sound isolation with negligible vibrational transfer from acoustic source to mic
• Broad frequency response range: 20Hz–20kHz
• Internal isolation structure — a backside diaphragm and acoustic phase-shifting circuit cut proximity effect and excessive bass
• Additional low-cut filter option (30Hz) further eliminates low-frequency noise and proximity effect
• -10dB pad for additional optional headroom
• Includes molded carrying case and cradle shock mount