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Description

The Sony C-48 is a professional-grade condenser microphone that has been a staple in recording studios for decades. Renowned for its dual-diaphragm design, this microphone offers exceptional versatility, capturing sound with remarkable clarity and depth. Whether you're recording vocals, acoustic instruments, or orchestral ensembles, the C-48 delivers a natural and transparent audio profile that meets the highest standards of audio production.

This microphone features a switchable polar pattern, allowing you to choose between cardioid, omni, or figure-8 configurations. This flexibility makes it ideal for a variety of recording environments and applications. The C-48 is equipped with a built-in low-cut filter, which effectively reduces unwanted low-frequency noise, and a 10 dB attenuation pad for handling high sound pressure levels without distortion. The robust construction and internal shock-mount system minimize handling noise and vibration, ensuring pristine sound capture.

Key Features:

  • Dual-diaphragm condenser microphone
  • Switchable polar patterns: cardioid, omni, figure-8
  • Built-in low-cut filter
  • 10 dB attenuation pad
  • Robust construction with internal shock-mount system
  • Ideal for studio vocals, acoustic instruments, and orchestral recordings

Product specs

Brand Sony
Model C-48 Condenser Microphone
Finish Silver
Year 1990s
Made In Japan
Categories Microphones
Electronics Analog, Solid State
Microphone Type Large-Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Pattern Multipattern
Wired/Wireless Wired

FAQs

What polar patterns are available on the Sony C-48 microphone?

The Sony C-48 offers multiple polar patterns, including cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8, making it versatile for different recording environments and applications.

Is the Sony C-48 suitable for recording vocals?

Yes, the Sony C-48 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone known for its clear and detailed sound, making it an excellent choice for recording vocals in a studio setting.

What is the frequency response range of the Sony C-48?

The Sony C-48 has a frequency response range of 30 Hz to 16,000 Hz, providing a flat and accurate sound reproduction suitable for various recording needs.

How does the Sony C-48 handle high sound pressure levels?

The Sony C-48 can handle sound pressure levels up to 128 dB without distortion, making it suitable for recording loud sound sources such as drums or amplified instruments.

What type of electronics does the Sony C-48 use?

The Sony C-48 uses analog, solid-state electronics, which contributes to its low noise and high gain performance, ensuring clarity and precision in recordings.

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Microphone Review: Sony C-48 | Ron's Room

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See how Dominic Howard uses Sony C-48

Dominic Howard

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Tommaso Colliva on recording Drones : "We had the Sony C48 on the kick resonant head."

See how Neil Tennant uses Sony C-48

Neil Tennant

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Pet Shop Boys

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According to engineer David Jacob in an interview about "West End Girls" published in International Musician & Recording World March 1986, he'd normally use a Sony 48 or AKG 414 or the Neumann TLM-170 for Neil's voice.

See how Ashanti uses Sony C-48

Ashanti

Composer

Artists Stand Up to Cancer

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Ashanti is recording "Foolish" off the debut album is seen during the Murder Inc Documentary recording with the Sony C-48. It's Episode 3: Foolish at 16:59.

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