Audix SCX1-HC Review
Hypercardioid Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
- SCX1-HC Hypercardioid Condenser Mic
- DUSM-1 Universal Shockmount
- Neoprene Bag for 34" Closed Boompole
- KE89CC Aluminum Boompole/Internal Cable
- Premium XLRM to Angled XLRF Mic Cable
- Includes Microphone Clip
- Foam-Lined Wooden Case
- WS81C Foam Windscreen
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Great Voice Mic
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
This is a GREAT little Mic. For years I've used Schoeps CMC641 mics for both interior and exterior voice recording for commercial film and video work. Voices are bright and accurate with very excellent noise rejection from the Audix. It acts very much like the Schoeps re: sensitivity and placement, but seems less prone to handling noise. Also, my Schoeps would fail with the slightest hint of humiditywhile the Audix keeps on going. I honestly can recommend this mic as an incredible value when you consider how good it sounds. By the way, the two mics cut together nicely if you're interested. ... More
Don't know how I lived without this mic.
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
I'm a full-time video producer who shoots a lot of interviews. If you shoot indoor interviews you need this mic. Period. I used to try and get away with using a shotgun mic (Rode NTG-2), but all too often the audio was way too echoey. This mic has the same output level as my NTG-2, but it delivers pure, clean dialog. No room echo. Huge difference. I should have invested in this mic a long time ago. It's also really small and light so it's easy mount on the end of a boom stand and not worry about it falling over. I also like the reduced proximity effect. Bass response sounds natural at close distances. ... More
Bang for your buck!
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Eric on B&H Photo Video
I bought this after purchasing a Schoeps Colette Series Supercardioid Microphone Set and feeling underwhelmed for the sound to cost ratio. But the SCX1 really sounds fantastic for the price, as good as the Schoeps in my estimation for recording interviews.
Amazing Dialog Mic
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Ry on B&H Photo Video
Coming from using a Rode NTG2 as a dialog mic for short films, the Audix SCX1/HC is an amazing upgrade. Compared to the NTG2, it's night and day. This mic captures clear, almost noise-free dialog. Really all I can say is Wow! It is the real deal for professional quality voice recording. I can't imagine that I'd ever need to replace this with anything else. This is the first piece of video or audio hardware that's ever truly exceeded my high expectations!
Wow, great mic for interior dialogue.
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Grey on B&H Photo Video
Got this mic to be a workhorse hypercardioid for interior dialogue. Very impressed with the clearity, low noise, and directionality. Honestly I anticipated a good mic but this exceeds expectations. This mic has top tier performance.
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Great Mic and Great Value
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Larry on B&H Photo Video
I have only used SCX1-HC on one job so far, but have been using it in testing procedures along with sound devices PRE MIX 6, so my experience with it is limited. As of now it is great sounding Microphone. It's off-axis pick up is not as limited as I expected. My 416 might sound a bit richer and so forth, but using it on interior interviews in poor acoustics I get a echo - that is why I bought the SCX1-HC and it has not been a disappointment. It is a crisp, rich sounding microphone that will cut through music and sfx. So far I have not experienced with any RF problems or any issues, but again I have only used on a limited basis. I did do research before I made the purchase and sure - there are better microphones out there, for twice the price or 3-4 times the price. In those instances when the project calls for that I always hire a sound person anyway and let them worry about the sound. For simple projects where I want better sounding audio than just using LAV microphones this performs well. I might also add AUDIX's customer service is great and it is US made which is a plus for support. As always BH has been great to work with and even got me the SCX1-HC quickly though the manufacture. ... More
I love it
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by conrad on B&H Photo Video
I've used this mic for about 5 years now and it's been amazing. I bought it as a cheaper alternative to the Schoeps CMC641 which I used in school. It is my go-to mic for interviews and indoor dialogue. I've never had any problems with it.
Amazing for interior dialogue
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
After looking for a good dialogue mic on a budget I settled for the SCX-1. The mic delivers clear and rich dialogue and is especially good at picking up whispers and those quieter sounds that are essential to tight shots. The small profile of the mic makes it easy to squeeze into tight interior spaces which I've found especially handy. On top of all this it looks sleek and comes in a nice wooden carry case. Great value for money and wouldn't hesitate to use it on a full feature film.
Excellent for price but RF sensitive
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Marc on B&H Photo Video
Love the sound, weight, warm tones and just about everything others have written so far while using this mic for interviews and commercials. But, I've experienced one disconcerting thing... every so often I get a very noticeable hum in locations that I don't get that same noise with other mics. The hum is direction and placement sensitive. By turning the mic towards another direction or placing it in another spot, I can adjust the hum. On one location I couldn't adjust it enough to get rid of the noise, so I had to switch to my shotgun mic (using the same XLR cable). That got rid of the noise. I'm sure it's a RF sensitivity issue. If it wasn't for that, I would easily give this mic 5 stars. That said, I just used it on a 2 day shoot and it performed flawlessly. ... More
quality mic
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by woodie on B&H Photo Video
After reading about how some audio techs prefer a hypercardioid mic to a shotgun mic for interior audio, I did a bunch of research and decided to try out this mic. I have been using Rode NTG-2 mics for years and they have worked well. I tested out the SCX1 against the NTG-2 in a small room with a refrigerator running. I had the mics facing the fridge, parallel to the front and facing away from the fridge, etc. What I found was that even though the SCX1 was recording the background noise at a slightly higher level, because it was recording it at a lower range, it didn't sound as loud. Compared to the SCX1 the NTG was slightly tinny. I think overall it is a better mic and I will use is as my main mic, but if you are starting out, the NTG-2 isn't a bad one to start with, especially due to the cost. The SCX1 is portably the best value of the hypercardioids out there ... More
A true gem!
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Khaled A. on B&H Photo Video
I had my doubts about this one since all other recommended hypercardioids are far more expensive, and to be honest I didn't hear about Audix before, but I gave it a shot anyways because I needed a boom mic so badly after I realized NTG3 don't perform as good indoors. It sounds full, way less echo than what I was getting with the NTG3, not flat (Or too much highs) like the sm58 or H6, beautiful lows, I'm even using it t record voice overs too, You get the studio and Radio sound with this mic. The build quality is amazing, the packaging wooden box is luxurious. But I noticed it's really sensitive, so if you're thinking about swinging it from the end of a boom pole than you really need a good blimp or otherwise you'll get those nasty wind clippings, even with the included foam screen. ... More
Great for web series
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
We're using this mic primarily for promotional videos shot indoors, but it has also been used with great success on a web series for indoor dialogue. We use a Sound Devices MM-1 to power it. Great sound, good rejection of echoes in smaller spaces.
Noisy
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Nyk on B&H Photo Video
Don't shoot the messenger: Although regarded as a fine mic, I have tried three of these where each was substantially noisier than even an NTG2. This being direct comparison, parallel recording, changing channels, cables, etc. -- not just anecdotally. We were also not convinced of the hyper vs super pattern advantage for indoors. Definitely not "less reverb or room". About the same really. The Audix was marginally brighter on the very, very, high end, but the noise is quite broadband, and intrusive at low levels of playback, where the Rode (we have 2) both were clean. Indeed we ended up returning the Audix mics, with sadness, and with renewed respect for the lowly NTG2 (we will pick up an NTG1 for indoors where its physical length is an advantage). Note: recorders used were Tascam, Zoom, Sound Devices. P.S. I don't work for Rode! ... More
Excellent Hyper-cardioid
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Geister on B&H Photo Video
I purchased this mic as an indoor dialog capture mic, and I couldn't be happier with it. It's sound is detailed, there's no problem with noise, and it captures voice in an honest and accurate way. My previous experience with voice mics is with large diaphragm condensers in vocal booths. This mic will pair well with world-class mics.
Excellent Mic/Price
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by JIM on B&H Photo Video
Compared to my Schoeps CMC-MK41, Audix sounds warmer (good for adding body to thin voice), signal is slightly stronger (less preamp needed = less noise), shorter (more ceiling room for boom work), 3 times cheaper, all good attributes.
Great sound, great value
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Roger on B&H Photo Video
I labored long and hard over which interview/boom mic to purchase. The AT 4053B was a contender and an AKG. I ended up with the Audix, I'm happy I did. Nice uncolored sound, low noise, nice off axis performance, made in the USA and competitively priced. It would be nice to have a Schoeps, but I'm not a pro sound guy. It would be a tough ROI. I'm very happy I went with the Audix. Con: It's not as hot as most of the others listed above, a little more gain is needed and nice preamps are always a nice thing to have. I have not experienced the RF issues that other reviewers have mentioned. I'll keep an ear out for this, but so far it's not been an issue. ... More
Affordable quality
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Socali on B&H Photo Video
I wanted a hypercardiod mic to my kit for dialogue in interiors mostly. I read this was a poor mans Schoeps. So far I'm impressed, especially for the price.
Hidden Gem
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Jeff on B&H Photo Video
I needed a microphone when conducting indoor interviews. I researched many mics, and this Audix was mentioned several times in several forums. It may not be as popular as others, but it is a hidden gem. This mic does a great job indoors with it on a boom. Don't hesitate in buying this mic.
NIce Deep Sound
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Bob on B&H Photo Video
I bought this mic for indoor boom work. The mic delivers a nice and deep sound. Haven't checked it against any spectrum analyzer, but feel the lower vocal frequencies are nicely represented. My only issue is the foam windscreen that comes with the mic. It's a bit flimsy and falls off relatively easily. Otherwise, great mic!
Nice sound, but really susceptible to RF
Audix SCX1-HC Studio Condenser Microphone (Hypercardioid Polar Pattern)
Reviewed by Corrado on B&H Photo Video
I bought 1 week ago, immediately I liked the sound, maybe a little bit to clear, but I like it. Good for interior ( I bought for this), nice reaction to off-axis. The main problem is very susceptible to RF. On boom pole, with a plug-on transmitter (Rode), I hear the RF on the recording. Impossible to use. I changed different cables and tested with different mikes, no way. Also with wired connection, if a wireless (2.4Ghz) is in the same room (2mt), you'll clearly hear the noise/buzz. pity.
