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beyerdynamic MC 950 Facts: 124 Specifications & 46 Highlights

What makes the beyerdynamic MC 950 microphone stand out in a crowded lineup? These 124 specs & features — especially general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces — are a good start.

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General Information

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Dimensions & Weight

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Audio Performance

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Build & Design

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Certification & Compliance

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beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

beyerdynamic MC 950 is a supercardioid condenser microphone. It prioritizes sound coming from the front while reducing all of the signals from the sides and back. And this is why they are known to be the perfect microphone for studio use as well as live stage.

Specifications & Facts 124

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Is the beyerdynamic MC 950 worth it? Compare its 124 specs — including the well-loved general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces — plus price and performance vs other microphones.

General Information 16

beyerdynamic MC 950 Product Type

What is the product type?

80 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes Condenser

38 Microphones in this range Condenser

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Model Name

What is the model name?

77 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes MC 950

34 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Compatibility

Which devices or platforms are compatible?

53 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes PC, Mac, Mixer, Audio Interface

31 Microphones in this range Mixer, Audio Interface, PA System

Lists supported platforms and devices.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Recording Application Category

What recording applications is it best for?

54 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes Studio, Live, Broadcast, Instrument

34 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Streaming

Specific contexts where the mic is best suited.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Country of Origin

What is the country of origin?

90 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes Germany

37 Microphones in this range China

Manufacturing or design origin.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Intended Use

What is the intended use?

79 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes Studio, Live, Broadcast, Instrument

38 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

Describes the primary application area.

Dimensions & Weight 5

beyerdynamic MC 950 Weight

What is the weight?

0.23 lbs 0Votes
beyerdynamic MC 950
1.23 lbs (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

That’s about 104 g, roughly the weight of a deck of cards — very light for a condenser mic, making it easy to mount on lightweight stands or boom arms.

The microphone’s physical weight.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Width

What is the width?

0.83 inch 0Votes
beyerdynamic MC 950
2.84 inch (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

Equivalent to 2.1 cm, about the width of a standard marker pen, so it has a slim pencil-mic profile.

The microphone’s overall width.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Height

What is the height?

5.04 inch 0Votes
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7.44 inch (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

That’s 12.8 cm, close to the length of a large smartphone, so it doesn’t take up much space in a studio setup.

The microphone’s overall height.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Capsule Diameter

What is the capsule diameter?

0.83 inch 0Votes
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1.1 inch (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

Roughly 2.1 cm, similar to the size of a coin, which is typical for small-diaphragm condenser capsules.

The diameter of the microphone capsule.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Mounting Thread Size

What is the mounting thread size?

80 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes 3/8"

37 Microphones in this range 5/8"

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

A 3/8" thread is standard for European mic stands; with a simple adapter it can also fit 5/8" stands commonly used in the U.S.

The thread size for mounting compatibility.

Audio Performance 21

beyerdynamic MC 950 Sensitivity

What is the sensitivity?

-29.12 dBV/Pa 0Votes
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-39.6 dBV/Pa (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

Equivalent to about 35 mV/Pa, meaning it delivers a healthy signal level without requiring excessive preamp gain.

Output level relative to sound pressure.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Signal-to-Noise Ratio

What is the SNR?

72 dB 0Votes
beyerdynamic MC 950
77.03 dB (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

This is a solid SNR, so recordings will sound clean with minimal self-noise in most studio and live settings.

The clarity ratio between signal and background noise.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Frequency Response (Min)

What is the minimum frequency response?

40 Hz 0Votes
beyerdynamic MC 950
32.87 Hz (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

Captures low end down to 40 Hz, which is below the lowest note on a standard guitar, though not as deep as a kick drum’s sub-bass.

The lowest frequency the mic can capture.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Frequency Response (Max)

What is the maximum frequency response?

20,000 Hz 0Votes
beyerdynamic MC 950
19,018.5 Hz (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

Extends up to 20 kHz, the upper limit of human hearing, ensuring full detail in vocals and instruments.

The highest frequency the mic can capture.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Max SPL

What is the maximum SPL?

124 dB 0Votes
beyerdynamic MC 950
138.67 dB (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

Can handle levels up to 124 dB, about as loud as a rock concert, making it suitable for brass, drums, and amplified instruments.

The maximum loudness before distortion.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Equivalent Noise Level

What is the equivalent noise level?

15 dB 0Votes
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15.78 dB (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

That’s very quiet, comparable to a softly rustling leaf, which means it won’t add noticeable hiss to recordings.

The self-noise generated by the microphone.

Connectivity & Interfaces 10

beyerdynamic MC 950 Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

40 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes XLR

28 Microphones in this range XLR

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

Yes 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

45 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes Analog, Balanced

29 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Lists output signal formats available.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

Yes 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Multi-Device Pairing

Does it support multi-device pairing?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

100 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes Balanced

40 Microphones in this range Balanced

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Power & Battery 6

beyerdynamic MC 950 Phantom Power Requirement

What is the phantom power requirement?

52 Volt 0Votes
beyerdynamic MC 950
45.7 Volt (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

the mic actually accepts 11–52 V phantom power. This means it will work with standard 48 V supplies as well as lower-voltage sources.

Specifies the phantom power voltage needed.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Power Source

What is the power source?

80 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes Phantom

33 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

beyerdynamic MC 950 External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 18

beyerdynamic MC 950 Onboard Controls

What onboard controls are available?

39 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes Switches

19 Microphones in this range Switches

Types of direct physical controls.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Touch/Motion Controls

Does it support touch/motion controls?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Allows interaction via touch gestures or motion.

Build & Design 16

beyerdynamic MC 950 Body Material

What is the body material?

50 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes Metal

32 Microphones in this range Metal

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

A durable all-metal body provides longevity and resistance to stage or studio wear.

The main structural material of the microphone body.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Finish/Coating

What finish/coating does it have?

40 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes Matte

26 Microphones in this range Matte

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

Matte coating reduces reflections under stage lighting and gives a professional look.

Exterior treatment or surface finish.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Grill Material

What is the grill material?

60 beyerdynamic MC 950 0 Votes Metal

32 Microphones in this range Metal

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

A metal grille protects the capsule against knocks and accidental bumps during setup.

The material of the protective mic grill.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Corrosion Resistance

Is it corrosion resistant?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

The Beyerdynamic MC 950 features a solid metal housing that offers good protection against everyday corrosion, though it is not officially marketed as corrosion-resistant.

Indicates if materials resist corrosion.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Pop Filter

Is a pop filter included?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a pop filter is provided for plosive reduction.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Windscreen

Is a windscreen included?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a windscreen is included for wind noise control.

Package & Accessories 12

beyerdynamic MC 950 Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

Yes 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

Comes in a sturdy protective case, making transport safer for the small diaphragm capsule.

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

Yes 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

Includes the MA-CL 21 microphone clamp for quick attachment to standard mic stands.

Whether a clip for attaching to stands/instruments is included.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Cables

Are cables included?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Extra Windscreen

Is an extra windscreen included?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if a spare windscreen is included.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Instruction Manual

Is an instruction manual included?

Yes 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a manual or quick-start guide is included.

Certification & Compliance 6

beyerdynamic MC 950 Warranty

What is the warranty period?

2 years 0Votes
beyerdynamic MC 950
2.8 years (Average)

beyerdynamic MC 950
beyerdynamic MC 950

Two years of warranty coverage provides peace of mind for professional users.

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

Yes 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

Yes 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

beyerdynamic MC 950 FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

beyerdynamic MC 950 RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 14

beyerdynamic MC 950 Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

beyerdynamic MC 950 DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

beyerdynamic MC 950 AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

beyerdynamic MC 950 Recording Profiles

Does it have recording profiles?

No 0Votes beyerdynamic MC 950

Yes Microphones in this range

Predefined sound settings for specific uses.

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beyerdynamic MC 950 Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0Votes
Good and clear 0Votes
Average clarity 0Votes
Distorted and unclear 0Votes

beyerdynamic MC 950 Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0Votes
Handles noise fairly well 0Votes
Reduces some noise 0Votes
Picks up everything 0Votes

beyerdynamic MC 950 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0Votes
Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0Votes
Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0Votes
Short — 2 to 5 hours 0Votes
Very short — Under 2 hours 0Votes

beyerdynamic MC 950 Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0Votes
Solid — 2 to 4 years 0Votes
Average — 1 to 2 years 0Votes
Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0Votes

beyerdynamic MC 950 Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0Votes
Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0Votes
Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0Votes
Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0Votes
Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0Votes

beyerdynamic MC 950 Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0Votes
Somewhat okay 0Votes
Nice looking 0Votes
Stylish and modern 0Votes

beyerdynamic MC 950 Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0Votes
Pretty good price 0Votes
Fair deal 0Votes
Kinda pricey 0Votes
Crazy expensive 0Votes

beyerdynamic MC 950 Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0Votes
Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0Votes
Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0Votes
Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0Votes
Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0Votes

beyerdynamic MC 950 Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0Votes
Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0Votes
Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0Votes
Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0Votes
Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0Votes

beyerdynamic MC 950 Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0Votes
Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0Votes
Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0Votes

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