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Sony Media C-80 Unidirectional Studio Condenser Microphone

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At a glance

Condition
New
Model
C-80
Dimensions
1.57 x 0.39 x 6.22 in
Weight
2 lb
Color
Black
Connector Type
XLR
Special Feature
unidirectional condenser microphone
In the box
Carrying caseCradle suspensionMicrophone
Warranty
1 year
Works with
Speaker

Features 5

  • Powerful and rich mid-low frequency range for excellent sound quality
  • Low-cut filter to help eliminate low-frequency noise
  • Pad switch (-10dB attenuation)
  • Dual diaphragm configuration

Description

Sony’s Efficient Condenser Masterpiece The Sony C-80 condenser microphone offers pristine high-fidelity recording options that are flexible and straightforward courtesy of a holistic design and studio-friendly features. Inside, the C-80's a dual-diaphragm capsule delivers focused uni-directional recording that’s great for vocals, acoustic instruments, speaker cabinets, and more. It's an ideal multipurpose mic for any studio rig. The C-80 also borrows acoustic design cues from its pricier cousins with an internal isolation structure was taken from the Sony C-800G and a second diaphragm (located in the back and borrowed from the Sony C-100) that purifies recording results further by cutting down on unwanted proximity effect and low-end boominess. GearNuts sound engineers can't get enough of this offering from Sony! It delivers reliable performance with a design that's on par with high-end mics that cost thousands of dollars.Masterful stability Few microphones deliver the sound isolation of the C-80 at such a reasonable

Specs 27

Recommended Uses For Product ['Singing', 'Voice Recording', 'Video Recording']
Brand Sony
Model Name C-80
Connectivity Technology XLR
Connector Type XLR
Special Feature unidirectional condenser microphone
Color Black
Polar Pattern Unidirectional

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Top Amazon Reviews


Brilliant
Great microphone and I bought it to replace the Slate ML-1 and I think Sony doesn't hold top positions in this segment for no reason.
Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2026 by Aleksei

Great purchase
Great purchase.
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2026 by C

Sony Microphones IFYKYK
I love this microphone worth every penny. It really sits in a mix great not much EQ is needed. Modern clear and pristine. I do mainly Rap vocals sing a little and mic instruments. My main use is for vocals. I have two, I have a feeling these as a stereo pair on some drums or brass or a choir would sound absolutely mind blowing. There is like no proximity effect so if you get somebody with no mic technique it may literally save your take. Nothing in this price range sounds this good to me. It will go toe to toe with mics twice its price. Don't use this in an untreated room. The off axis rejection isn't as good as other condensers. I believe it's the dual capsule design. Some people question the shock mount. I think its more than adequate. Just don't over tighten it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2026 by Nbarr

A way cheaper c800g
This Mic is by far the best one for my vocals and I own some pretty good and expensive mics….when I use it I feel like the vocals do not need much work to fit into the mix. Paired with my Avalon 737 pre…it sounds very similar to the Sony c800g at 25x less the price….definitely the favorite mic I own
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2024 by John Vekich

Pretty High-quality for $500
I was looking to upgrade my home studio, but found most mics that were better than what I had were pretty expensive, and outside of my budget at the moment, the Sony C80 is pretty dang good for the price, definitely an upgrade, I'm officially a Sony fan when it comes to Microphones now!
Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2024 by Ruben

Sony c80
It delivers great sound. When I first got the package, I actually thought there might be a mistake because this microphone is as light as a feather—the box felt like it just had Styrofoam inside. It’s an amazing mic, but I want to be completely transparent here: I’m a producer using Ableton, and I initially thought this would instantly give me that 'Spotify singer' sound. To actually get that result, you need to learn how to produce in Ableton and master the right effects (there are some excellent tutorials on YouTube). I'm still learning it myself. But if you think your microphone is bad just because it doesn't sound like a Spotify track right out of the box, you might not need a new, expensive mic—you probably just need to learn how to apply the right effects ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2026 by David

Good mic
Got it a couple months ago, now I’m in the game.😎💯
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2023 by Orlonzo

I like it
I'm no expert but I definitely hear a difference from my previous mic the MXL 990
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2023 by Dymond
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