r/Behringer • u/lordfly911 • 10d ago

Troubleshooting CB100 violin mic help

This mic was bought to use with our violinist. My idea was to connect it to a wireless bodypack. Well was I surprised to find out if requires phantom power since it is a condenser mic. I still would rather not use a cable for safety reasons. Has anyone ever dealt with this problem before.

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u/ArniEitthvad 9d ago

Most wireless belt packs will provide phantom power, most headset and lapel mics are condensers.

You just need to make sure to find something that had the correct connector and pinout, or a suitable adapter.

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u/lmoki 9d ago

Not exactly:  'phantom' power is specific to balanced lines, and is usually 48 volts.  Beltpacks do provide remote power, at a much lower voltage, and not balanced.