Behringer BA 19A

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Condenser Boundary Microphone

For acoustic instruments
Frequency response for kick drums, piano and bass instruments
Integrated preamplifier for excellent signal integrity
Semi-cardioid pick-up pattern minimises background noise and feedback
Switchable filters for stronger bass or high frequencies
Requires no external mounting
Frequency response: 50 - 18000 Hz
Impedance: 250 ohms
Requires phantom power 48 V
Sensitivity: -53 dB ±3 dB @ 1 kHz (1 V / Pa)
Weight: 493 g
Includes carrying bag

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Item number 483634

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Condenser Microphone Yes

Polar Pattern Half Cardioid

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799 kr

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Powerful sound, zero feedback

The Behringer BA 19A is a boundary microphone that delivers a powerful sound, while its semi-cardioid polar pattern means it doesn't pick up background noise and won't generate feedback. The unit is contained in a robust metal housing, which effectively protects the microphone capsule and the electronic inner workings from damage. The Behringer BA 19A also offers an alternative to standard transmission thanks to its built-in two-stage EQ function. It has a couple more tricks up its sleeve too, like the LED ring around the XLR socket, which lights up when phantom power is activated.

Built-in EQ included

The Behringer BA 19A is a condenser microphone that requires 48V phantom power for operation, and according to the manufacturer's specs has a frequency range of 50Hz to 18kHz, with a relatively even, balanced frequency response curve between 30Hz and 5kHz that slowly drops off as the frequency increases. The mic's transmission mode can be altered by activating the EQ switch on the bottom of the device: The centre frequency will drop at levels of around 400Hz, allowing the aspects that are most important for a bass drum, such as the low end or the attack, to come into their own, while cutting midrange resonance.

Flat microphone for surface applications with XLR socket

For beginners and experts

The Behringer BA 19A is an unbeatably affordable boundary microphone that delivers professional-level performance, considering its price. It offers a powerful sound with a good resolution, and the sound can be further customised and configured with the built-in EQ switch. Both its workmanship and its sound quality – as well the illuminated XLR socket, a nice touch – make the Behringer BA 19A a real alternative to higher-priced boundary microphones. Beginners and advanced users will thus find it to be a reliable microphone for use in the studio and on stage.

About Behringer

The company, which was founded in Germany by Uli Behringer and now manufactures its products in China, has been known for affordable and great-value equipment since its very first product, the Studio Exciter F. An array of mixing consoles (such as the Eurodesk MX8000), signal processors, and later sound amplification and monitoring equipment, has made it possible for countless musicians to fit out their home studios, practice rooms, and mobile PAs within budget limits that were previously unthinkable. The acquisition of other companies, including Midas, Klark Teknik, and TC Electronic, meant that new product groups were added - and also resulted in the technical expertise of these companies being incorporated into product development.

Great in the kick and for FOK applications

Placed inside a bass drum, and used in neutral mode, the Behringer BA 19A boundary microphone will pick up impact noise and low end perfectly; if the built-in EQ is also activated, listeners will hear a clear emphasis on both the low end and the attack. Positioned on the floor in front of the drums and used as a front-of-kit microphone, the Behringer BA 19A also achieves excellent results that will make a considerable difference in the mix. Another possible application is with a cajón, where it's also best placed on the floor in front of the instrument.

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Cheap and fantastic

Marc608 30.03.2024

I bought this based on the reviews here on Thomann.
This may well be the best purchase I have made recently.
Compared to the Shure and Sennheiser equivalent.
Used as kick drum mic for a heavy metal band, didn’t need the additional kick out mic at all.
Used as mic inside classic full size harp combined with small additional condenser mic aimed at strings at playiing height with fantastic result for a live performance through the local PA system.
Inside an upright piano : same excellent result.
Used as ambience mic for inears taped to the stage floor : no complaints.
Very sturdy built, I accidentally stepped on it ( and dropped it once) ‘with no damage at all.
The inlay in the box can be used to secure the position inside the kickdrum.
Very impressed for live situations.
I have not used it for recordings yet so cannot comment on this.
Higly recommended.

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stevemcq 09.05.2022

Having used the Shure version of this mic when sound engineering an acoustic band where it was used on a Cajon, I thought I would try this cheaper version out. Tried it out for a number of weeks in a Cajon at a busy buskers night, I found it virtually impossible to eq a good sound, I tried all sorts of options, including the onboard flat and scooped settings, using a digital mixer, the eq for the Cajon was the most rediculous setting possible, all bass had to be rolled of,, 2k Hz upwards was increased significantly to get anywhere near what the Cajon need to sound like, then I got hit with feedback due to the rediculous eq. Others might be able to tame this on a Cajon, but for me it was a disaster.

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It's a bass drum mic

richmillin 14.06.2022

Captures exactly the sound I was looking for from my bass drum.
Punch, clarity and roundness. That, combined with a decent outer mic and a good preamp, means I have found my bass drum go-to :-)

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For the cost , this mic is a no brainer !

Edan W 09.12.2020

I brought this to use inside the kick drum on my drum kit, I was initially sceptical about how good this would be (as most of these style of mics such as Shure ones are over £200)

However the cost of this mic is considerably less but it's still very robust and sounds great !

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Behringer BA 19A

Condenser Boundary Microphone