Setting new standards for the Sony Media C-100 Series Microphoneand giving creators and artists new wide-range microphones that meet productionstandards (24-bit and 96 kHz). It is the beginning of the 100 series, the firstrecording microphones since the C37A and C800G were released 60 and 26 yearsago.
C-100
A trade-off is usually found between bandwidth and sensitivity, but bothqualities are essential to offer both a wide frequency response of 20 Hz to 50kHz, without attenuation, and the ample sensitivity needed in studiomicrophones. This quest led to the development of wholly new capsules, and inthe side-address C-100, the range is. Unprecedented miking characteristics froma quest for super wide-range mics that come alive in any format development ofcapsule in pursuit of the conflicting goals of unattenuated 20 Hz to 50 kHzfrequency response and ample sensitivity led to unprecedented characteristics.Transient response is excellent and feels consistent across the vast range, andboth lows and highs are clear and open. Sound also feels more substantial,thanks to the addition of a large, newly developed 25 mm diaphragm in theC-100. Here, Sony introduces a few of these characteristics that professionalswill want to add to their ideal recording setup.
Vocal Recording
One listen, and the realism and clarity of vocal performances will beapparent. Pitch and sibilance are very clear, which eliminates the need toemphasize lyrics in mixing. Also a good match for rap and narration, it is aneasy mic to recommend to current C800G users. This is not the type of mic thatcolors or emphasizes mids. Instead, mids are manageable without beingoveremphasized, unlike other mics prone to unpleasant midrange overlaps.Characteristics of chained instruments are captured quite well. The mic picksup a large range of harmonics, which promises captivating results fromplacement at a distance. With more skilled vocalists, it is an easy mic to tryadvanced techniques with.
Musical Instrument Recording
Characteristics of the mic capture a rich array of harmonics that revealnot only performances but even instrument parts and the condition or humidityof materials. Responsive diaphragms prevent harshness and distortion even invigorous performances. The attack of percussion, the shimmer of metalinstruments, guitar fingering, and piano performances can be captured withexceptional realism. Accuracy of lows is also noteworthy. Even if you use afamiliar microphone with a suitable sound signature for the instruments,setting the additional 100 series will open up new possibilities.
Ambiance and Air
From these descriptions, it is also easy to imagine how the mic excels atcapturing the air of the recording environment, the acoustics of studios orconcert halls, and the ambience. This will tempt you to explore a variety ofmiking techniques: accent, room, ambient, and overhead for drums. Since evensubtle sounds are picked up well, you may get the impression that the mic isplaced closer to the source than usual. This also means that it can capturequite a lot of sound within the range of its directivity.
Technology
A quest for lower acoustic impedance, wide frequency response, and amplesensitivity. Featuring the same construction as C800G to eliminate noise.Construction with various metal materials of different resonant frequenciesreduces unwanted vibration.