Microphone Behringer BA 19A

The Behringer BA 19A is a condenser microphone engineered for capturing acoustic instruments with clarity and detail. It offers a wide frequency response and low self-noise, enabling transparent reproduction of strings, acoustic guitars, pianos and other acoustic sources. The microphone’s durable construction and cardioid pickup pattern help isolate the intended sound while reducing ambient and stage noise, making it suitable for studio tracking and live performance use.

Advantages

The cardioid polar pattern focuses on the primary sound source and minimizes bleed from surrounding instruments and audience noise. Low self-noise and a broad frequency range preserve natural timbre and transient detail. Robust build quality ensures consistent performance in rehearsal spaces, studios and live venues. The microphone’s condenser design provides sensitivity and dynamic range needed for nuanced acoustic capture.

Suitable for

• Recording acoustic guitars and stringed instruments
• Capturing piano and percussion overheads
• Live acoustic performances and stage amplification
• Studio tracking of solo instruments and ensemble recordings

Key specifications

• Type: condenser microphone
• Pickup pattern: cardioid
• Frequency response: wide range suitable for acoustic instruments
• Self-noise: low, designed for clear signal capture
• Construction: durable housing for studio and live use
• Application: designed for instrument miking and close capture

How to use

Position the microphone to face the primary sound source, typically 10–30 cm from the instrument for close capture or further back for a more ambient sound. Aim the cardioid axis at the instrument’s sound hole or the point of greatest resonance; adjust distance and angle to control tonal balance and room pickup. Use a quality preamp or mixer with phantom power if required by the condenser capsule, and set gain to avoid clipping while preserving dynamics. Monitor with headphones and make incremental adjustments to find the preferred sound for the specific instrument and room.

Usage recommendations

For the cleanest results, use the microphone in a controlled acoustic environment and pair it with a low-noise preamplifier. Experiment with placement to reduce unwanted room reflections and background noise; small shifts in angle or distance can significantly change timbre. When using the microphone on stage, employ a windscreen or foam cover to minimize plosives and handling noise.