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"The C3 is the NEW HIP guitar mic. It gives your Marshall's that phat-gut-punch we all crave. I'll never cut another record without one."

Scott Rouse - Producer and Grammy Nominee Nashville, Tennessee

"I have a microphone "wish list". The new Studio Projects C1, has allowed me to check off the U87, as well as the C12 with your T3."

Ted Perlman, producer, engineer Bob Dylan, Chicago, Kaci, Young MC

"One of the best vocal mics in the world is the $300 Studio Projects C1.The sound of the C1 is the same sound you have been hearing on records for decades. True, you can spend $2000 to $5000 for "one of those" N mics if your ego demands it, but the C1 is most certainly the sonic equivalent."

Pete Leoni, Producer Engineer, Tech writer and reviewer for major music publications

"Bottom line: If you are looking to make your first large condenser purchase, this mic is light years ahead of anything else for under $1000. I would highly recommend it over the TLM103, which'll run you over $700. If you are working w/ a female singer, get a C1 Period. If you have a large condenser and are looking to buy another one. Look no further.If you are looking for a nice pair a large condensers for stereo recording, get two of these beauties. For $200, this is the choice for an inexpensive condenser. As a matter of fact, this could be the choice in any price range. Yes, you can get a $200 mic that acts, sounds and feels like a $2000 mic. Not only that, but you also get a spiderweb-type shockmount, windscreen and a bitchin' case to boot."

Dan Richards

At this point I think it is safe to say that the C1 is a world class mic at any price point. I recently used a pair as overheads on a rock drummer with a bunch of chinas, I'll be damned if that isn't the best mic I've ever heard on cymbals as well. Quite remarkable. It is very good to see the C1 stand the test of time. Everyone thought I was nuts when I started talking about it being on the same level as the Nuemann stuff. I am now
thinking it might be a bit better overall mic than a U87. I don't have a U87 anymore but I do have a U47 here, I almost always use the C1 instead.

Pete Leoni

On price alone, the C1 is an obvious choice for a small studio on a budget, but more importantly, its excellent sonic quality and high-SPL handling make it a great choice for any studio looking for a quality, large-diaphragm condenser mic — or several.

Mix Magazine

For any studio that needs an array of mics, or even just one good vocal mic, this is an excellent sounding piece of equipment. Sturdy in its construction, you just cannot beat the Studio Projects C1 for the money. Digital Pro Sound
Probably the hottest product to hit the audio world lately has been the Studio Projects line of condenser microphones... I didn't think I would be the person to say this, but I really liked the C1. I was perfectly prepared to tear it apart, but in the end I couldn't do it. Although I have been very vocal about the overall quality of Chinese import mics, the C1 does not fit that mold. I guess hell froze over after all.

Rip Rowen, ProRec.com

I first listened to the Studio Project mics at the summer NAMM show in Nashville, where the company's distributor, PMI Audio, set up a bold, brazen, hear-for-yourself display: a Neumann U 87 mounted on a desk stand next to Studio Projects C1, C3, and T3 mics. Daring audio pros to listen to each through headphones, the company's reps showed no surprise as listeners reacted to the similarity in overall sonic quality. What really startled everyone, however, were the list prices.

Rusty Crutchin, Home Recording

The Studio Projects C1, C3 and T3 are quality condensers that are bargains at their street prices. The C1 and C3 are best buys (with my ultimate winner being the C3) and the T3 is a vintage tone-tailored, three-pattern tube mic that gives a warm, full presentation. There was no harsh midrange or peaky low treble, but a slightly warm, shall I dare say, “Neumannesque” quality. The C3 with its three-pattern capability in cardioid mode, sounded exactly ike the C1 when recording the acoustic. But in the omni pattern I got a beautiful spacious sound that really captured theMartin D-35. Sonically speaking, this one quickly became my favorite of the three.

John Gatski, Pro Audio Review