All user reviews for the Behringer XM1800S

Pack of 3 microphones cardioid dynamic type for voice and instrument

OVERALL OPINION

I use these mics for the sound of my acoustic drums (while waiting for better), I will test soon to singing and guitar amp. A Premire view, the microphones seem solid, quite heavy, we see that it's not toys.

For the drums, the sound is not bad, I used one for the bass drum and 2 overhead which take the rest.

What I can say is that the overall sound is okay plutt rglages After a few hours.

In particular the sound of TOMS and the Snare, which is simply amazing! I can not believe, attack the CC ets much banging and the sound of the toms are reproduced perfectly! 10 microphones for the unit is just crazy!

In contrast to the bass drum and cymbals is worse, but hey, it was worth the money.

So I think later use these only three microphones for my 3 toms seen that the rendering is excellent, and purchase additional microphones for the rest.

Even when I put 9 / 10 because the report is excellent qualitprix

*Microphones are very subjective. Some microphones that work for some brilliantly may be disastrous on others. It is therefore important to understand the context in which this review is written and take it with a grain of salt, like all reviews on microphones should be treated.*

Let's be realistic. I'm not even going to criticize the quality of Behringer just because I know it's a cheaper set of microphones. I'm going to simply go off of what I have observed as a performer, and it is this:

These microphones are not great, but they are cheap, reliable workhorses that will work in a total pinch. Other reviews do mention the mic was a bit too bright and with a lack of bass, but I find that while these are true, there is a crippling 'dullness' that plagues the tone.

It's nothing one would notice when listening to it on its own, but pair it up against the standard SM58 and you'll realize that even if the SM58 does have a bit of a reputation for being honky in the midrange and dull sometimes, the XM1800s makes the SM58 seem sharper than a katana.

It's like doing a mix of Feeling Good, accepting it, then going on YouTube and listening to any one of the other nine million famous people to ever do it. Then you realize your mix sounds absolutely dull! Oh. Wait. Sorry, I was just moaning about something I did a few months ago.

OVERALL OPINION

At any rate, the XM1800s is okay in a pinch, but I would never use it in the same show as any well-respected industry-accepting microphone like the Shure SM58. It would just sound embarrassing. So I'll say this: if you're going to use this microphone don't use it alongside anything better. As long as you adhere to this rule, the XM1800s can take you quite a long way.

But if you can get 3 mics for $30, you could be doing a LOT worse.

How strange I just recorded a demo with my band and I had just give my opinion on these microphones. And I read the previous review and I just confirmed. Served to save the battery. And I must say I was not expecting anything really. It was just to have a point! Finally they are doing very well. on the other hand not take it too well the snare (poc poc it sounds hollow) and the bass drum and floor tom dropped. Cons by other toms (10-14) and it gives the cymbals not bad at all. Then there is the better course. But not for 30 € the box 3 pickups ... So I take a 2nd box to cover all the cymbals + Charley

Updated February 2011:
The singer had forgotten his microphone so, I bought one of these micro behringer two bullets to replace an excellent Shure Beta 58. And although he did not blush behringer, it takes pretty good for the price. A bit brighter than the Shure (too high) and lack of bass, but it did the trick for troubleshooting.

OVERALL OPINION

I the boards for quite some time. And for now I must say it was using just a microphone to the animation for shows on an old sound. But they were used for 2 weekends to record our demo 7 titles. Excellent value for money.

Behringer XM1800S
Pack includes 3 dynamic with their claws all presented in a small molded plastic case.

- Principle: Dynamic
- Bandwidth: 80 Hz to 15 kHz
- Polar pattern: supercardioid
- Impedance: 600 ohms
- Sensitivity: -52 dBV (0 dBV = 1 V / Pa), 2.5 mV / Pa
- Connector: XLR balanced

Mics mostly for vocals and vocal recordings. However, they may agree to catch isolated type instruments or even snare toms. Clearly, microphones at low prices for good quality.

OVERALL OPINION

I have this set of 3 pickups for almost two years I think. Rather he take the road well, I must say. The sound is okay for a product at that price. Afterwards, if you want something more precise, it is better to turn to a more expensive microphone. But for once, have 3 microphones correct is pretty good in need.
Personally, I bought them in a panic on the eve of a "concert" in a mate (which have not occurred). The problem is there at the time I knew absolutely nothing in terms of gear and price range. So I naively bought this pack of micro music store in the corner. The seller tells me the price (120 €) and offers me a discount for not paying after all "that" 80 €. It's there now 2 or 3 months that I fall on the same lot this time about thirty euros. I'll admit that I could not help but shed a tear filled with hatred of rage against the seller who sold me these pickups for almost three times their price (especially since he wanted me to sell even more expensive! ).
In short, it was my little personal note. To return to the microphones themselves, I've used both live and repeat that it goes pretty well.
Before I had a Power Acoustics I do not even remember the model. I quickly sold because I very quickly acquired the Behringer (3 pickups were more than sufficient). I was able to quickly test a Shure SM 58 live (much better), and I just bought a Beta 58A (even better!) I quickly tested. I obviously prefer the Beta 58A (I also probably would table a notice in the coming months).
What I love about XM1800S is its robustness, the on / off button and versatility.
For cons, I found a major problem is a high sensitivity to feedback. But this may be due to the volume that is played with the group. When the drummer taps as a nag, others go up and I am quickly drowned ...
The quality / price is more than interesting. At a rate of about 10 € the microphone is more than a case is an offer!
I do not regret my choice if it is money that I put. These microphones have been of invaluable assistance on many occasions and it was two wonderful years of ups and downs that I learned to appreciate their company.
I recommend this pack to anyone who wants a set of microphones to repeat as for the live.