Neat MIC-1015-01 King Bee II Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Capturing studio-grade audio at home or on the road often means wrestling with noisy preamps, thin-sounding capsules, and flimsy shockmounts. The Neat MIC-1015-01 King Bee II solves that with a large gold-sputtered condenser capsule, solid brass body, and a custom shockmount that isolates the mic from rumble and vibration. Whether you record vocals, acoustic instruments, podcasts, or live streams, this microphone delivers the clarity and warmth of a professional studio.

Who is it for

Musicians, podcasters, streamers, and content creators who need a reliable, high-output condenser microphone with a rich, detailed sound. It is also a strong choice for home studio owners upgrading from entry-level USB mics to an XLR setup with phantom power.

Main features

• Large gold-sputtered condenser capsule for smooth, extended frequency response
• Cardioid polar pattern focuses on the source and reduces room noise
• High sensitivity (26 mV/Pa) and low self-noise (5 dB SPL) capture quiet details
• Handles up to 140 dB SPL, so it won’t distort on loud vocals or instruments
• Solid brass body with a rugged, retro-inspired finish
• Includes custom King Bee II shockmount and pop filter for clean recordings

Specifications

• Microphone type: Condenser
• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency response: 16 Hz – 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 26.0 mV/Pa at 1 kHz
• Max SPL: 140 dB SPL (0.5% THD)
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 89 dB (A-weighted)
• Equivalent noise level: 5 dB SPL (A-weighted)
• Output impedance: 50 ohms
• Recommended load impedance: >1 kOhm
• Power requirement: +48V DC phantom power
• Connector: XLR 3-pin male
• Diaphragm type: Large gold-sputtered condenser capsule
• Body material: Solid brass
• Included accessories: Custom King Bee II shockmount, pop filter
• Application: Vocals, instruments, podcasting, streaming, studio recording
• Acoustic principle: Pressure gradient

Tips

Use a high-quality XLR cable and ensure your interface provides clean +48V phantom power for best results. Position the shockmount securely and use the included pop filter to reduce plosives on close-miked vocals.