the t.bone SC 600
Studio Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
- Polar pattern: Cardioid and omnidirectional
- 1" Gold diaphragm
- Frequency response: 30 - 20.000 Hz
- Impedance: 200 Ohm
- Maximum sound pressure level (SPL): 138 dB
- Low cut switch at 100 Hz with 6 db
- Includes elastic mount and bag
Note: Requires 48 V Phantom power for operation.
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Available since December 2002
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Item number 157981
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Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
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Tube No
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Switchable Polar Pattern Yes
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Omnidirectional Yes
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Cardioid Yes
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Figure-8 No
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Low Cut Yes
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Pad No
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shockmount included Yes
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USB Microphone No
The perfect introduction to the world of recording
The SC 600 from the t.bone is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone with switchable polar patterns: omni and cardioid. It delivers a remarkably transparent and musical sound that's impressive across the board, especially considering its accessible price point. The build quality, too, leaves little to be desired: A sturdy housing and protective metal grille shield the capsule and internal electronics from mechanical damage. All this is exactly why the SC 600 was named a test winner in the "Budget" category by the magazine Professional Audio. Included in the box are an elastic shock-mount and a soft protective pouch.
High and wide
Th SC 600 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone featuring a 1" gold-coated diaphragm that produces a really wonderful sound. Like all condensers, it operates on standard 48V phantom power. According to the manufacturer's specs, the frequency response ranges from 30Hz to 20,000Hz, with a sensitivity of 12mV/Pa in omni mode and 13.9mV/Pa in cardioid mode. This wide dynamic range, along with high SPL handling of up to 129dB SPL (cardioid) and 131dB SPL (omni), makes it suitable for a wide variety of applications. There's also an integrated, switchable high-pass filter, set at 100Hz with a slope of 6dB per octave, which helps to reduce low-frequency noise and handling vibrations during recording.
Great price, great sound
In terms of value for money, the t.bone SC 600 really stands out from the crowd. Its build quality, sound, and technical features will meet even more demanding expectations, while the price itself makes it particularly attractive to those just getting started. That said, it's not limited to beginners, and semi-professional users will also find it to be a solid option. Whether it's a home studio or a project setup, the straightforward handling makes it easy to achieve really professional results without a lot of technical work beforehand or in post. And really, that's something that benefits almost any user.
About the t.bone
Since 1994, the t.bone has been one of Thomann's in-house brands, and its name can be found on devices such as headphones, wireless systems, in-ear equipment, and various microphones and matching accessories. the t.bone products are made exclusively by renowned companies who also manufacture products for other well-known brands. This provides a clear advantage: Brand-quality products at very reasonable prices. And word gets around: One in seven Thomann customers has already bought at least one product from the t.bone.
A natural fit for the studio
The characteristics of the SC 600 – this studio-quality, large-diaphragm condenser microphone from the t.bone – give users a wide range of possible applications. Highly dynamic brass instruments, loud guitar amps, and the more delicate articulation of an acoustic guitar all come through cleanly. Even percussive instruments benefit from the mic's musical and polished sound. And of course, recording the human voice is very much part of what this microphone is designed for. Taken as a whole, it's fair to say that the SC 600 provides reliable performance in both home and project studio environments.