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GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

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General Information

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Dimensions & Weight

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Audio Performance

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Connectivity & Interfaces

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Power & Battery

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Controls & Features

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Build & Design

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Package & Accessories

  • Comes with a Carrying Case with a difference of 24.0 points
  • Includes Mounting Clip with a difference of 17.0 points
  • Spare Parts Supported with a difference of 22.0 points
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Certification & Compliance

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GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The GA FC1 MKIII is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone that delivers smooth, detailed sound with a wide frequency response, ideal for versatile studio recording. Its cardioid-focused design captures clear vocals and instruments with low noise.

Specifications & Facts 137

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Specs, price, pros, cons, and how the GA FC1 MKIII holds up against similar microphones. All 137 data points — including general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces — are in.

General Information 17

GA FC1 MKIII Product Type

What is the product type?

49 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Condenser

52 Microphones in this range Condenser

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

This product is a Condenser microphone, characterized by its high sensitivity and detailed sound capture.

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

GA FC1 MKIII Intended Use

What is the intended use?

67 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Studio, Live, Broadcast, Instrument

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

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

This versatile microphone is intended for Studio, Live, Broadcast, and Instrument recording applications. Its design is optimized to perform well in various professional audio settings.

Describes the primary application area.

GA FC1 MKIII Polar Pattern Type

What is the polar pattern type?

69 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Cardioid

69 Microphones in this range Cardioid

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The microphone features a Cardioid polar pattern, making it highly directional and effective at rejecting off-axis sounds. This is ideal for focused sound capture, such as vocals or instruments.

Identifies the default pickup pattern.

GA FC1 MKIII Connectivity Type

What is the connectivity type?

49 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes XLR

49 Microphones in this range Wired, XLR

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The microphone uses XLR for connectivity, which is the professional standard for high-quality audio transmission.

Defines how the microphone connects to devices.

GA FC1 MKIII Model Name

What is the model name?

73 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes GA FC1 MKIII

66 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The model name of this microphone is GA FC1 MKIII.

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

GA FC1 MKIII Year of Release

What year was it released?

97 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes 2023

77 Microphones in this range 2023

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

This product was released in 2023, indicating it's a relatively recent model in the market.

Indicates when the microphone was launched.

Dimensions & Weight 14

GA FC1 MKIII Width

What is the width?

3.5 inch 0Votes
GA FC1 MKIII
2.93 inch (Average)

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The microphone has a width of 3.5 inches (8.89 cm). This measurement, along with height and depth, defines the physical dimensions of the microphone.

The microphone’s overall width.

GA FC1 MKIII Height

What is the height?

7 inch 0Votes
GA FC1 MKIII
5.41 inch (Average)

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The microphone has a height of 7 inches (17.78 cm). This measurement is important for fitting it into various recording spaces or stands.

The microphone’s overall height.

GA FC1 MKIII Package Width

What is the package width?

10 inch 0Votes
GA FC1 MKIII
6.3 inch (Average)

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The package width is 10 inches (25.4 cm), providing enough space for the microphone and its accessories during transport or storage.

The shipping package’s width.

GA FC1 MKIII Package Depth

What is the package depth?

10 inch 0Votes
GA FC1 MKIII
4.87 inch (Average)

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The package has a depth of 10 inches (25.4 cm), which is useful for logistics and storage planning.

The shipping package’s depth.

GA FC1 MKIII Package Height

What is the package height?

4 inch 0Votes
GA FC1 MKIII
5.88 inch (Average)

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The package height is 4 inches (10.16 cm), which is important for storage or shipping considerations.

The shipping package’s height.

GA FC1 MKIII Weight

What is the weight?

1.5 lbs 0Votes
GA FC1 MKIII
0.87 lbs (Average)

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The microphone weighs 1.5 lbs (0.68 kg). This weight contributes to its portability and stability on a stand.

The microphone’s physical weight.

Audio Performance 27

GA FC1 MKIII Microphone Type

What is the microphone type?

89 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Condenser

69 Microphones in this range Condenser

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

This microphone is a Condenser type, known for its sensitivity and accurate sound reproduction, making it ideal for capturing nuanced audio.

Defines the operating principle of the microphone.

GA FC1 MKIII Capsule Type

What is the capsule type?

79 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Large Diaphragm

60 Microphones in this range Electret

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

Featuring a Large Diaphragm capsule, this microphone is highly sensitive and excels at capturing rich, full-bodied sound, particularly suited for vocals and acoustic instruments.

Specifies the capsule style that influences sound capture.

GA FC1 MKIII Frequency Response (Min)

What is the minimum frequency response?

20 Hz 0Votes
GA FC1 MKIII
36.9 Hz (Average)

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The microphone can capture frequencies down to 20 Hz, covering the full low-end of human hearing. This ensures that bass and sub-bass frequencies are accurately reproduced.

The lowest frequency the mic can capture.

GA FC1 MKIII Frequency Response (Max)

What is the maximum frequency response?

20,000 Hz 0Votes
GA FC1 MKIII
17,682.24 Hz (Average)

GA FC1 MKIII
GA FC1 MKIII

The microphone can capture frequencies up to 20000 Hz, covering the full range of human hearing and ensuring detailed high-frequency capture.

The highest frequency the mic can capture.

GA FC1 MKIII Max SPL

What is the maximum SPL?

130 dB 0Votes
GA FC1 MKIII
127.13 dB (Average)

The maximum loudness before distortion.

GA FC1 MKIII Directionality

What is the directionality?

59 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Cardioid

44 Microphones in this range Unidirectional

General pickup orientation.

Connectivity & Interfaces 10

GA FC1 MKIII Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

39 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes XLR

47 Microphones in this range XLR

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

GA FC1 MKIII Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

Yes 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

GA FC1 MKIII Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

GA FC1 MKIII Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

62 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Analog, Balanced

63 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Lists output signal formats available.

GA FC1 MKIII Multi-Device Pairing

Does it support multi-device pairing?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.

GA FC1 MKIII Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

39 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Balanced

28 Microphones in this range Balanced

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Power & Battery 6

GA FC1 MKIII Power Source

What is the power source?

54 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Phantom

40 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

GA FC1 MKIII Phantom Power Requirement

What is the phantom power requirement?

48 Volt 0Votes
GA FC1 MKIII
37.82 Volt (Average)

Specifies the phantom power voltage needed.

GA FC1 MKIII Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

GA FC1 MKIII Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

GA FC1 MKIII External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

GA FC1 MKIII Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 17

GA FC1 MKIII Onboard Controls

What onboard controls are available?

64 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Switch

61 Microphones in this range Switches

Types of direct physical controls.

GA FC1 MKIII Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

Yes 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

GA FC1 MKIII Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

GA FC1 MKIII Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

GA FC1 MKIII Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

GA FC1 MKIII Touch/Motion Controls

Does it support touch/motion controls?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Allows interaction via touch gestures or motion.

Build & Design 14

GA FC1 MKIII Body Material

What is the body material?

69 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Brass

64 Microphones in this range Metal

The main structural material of the microphone body.

GA FC1 MKIII Shock Mount

Is a shock mount included?

Yes 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibrations.

GA FC1 MKIII Internal Shockmount

Is there an internal shockmount for the capsule?

Yes 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Capsule isolation that reduces handling noise.

GA FC1 MKIII Finish/Coating

What finish/coating does it have?

64 GA FC1 MKIII 0 Votes Nickel

66 Microphones in this range Matte

Exterior treatment or surface finish.

GA FC1 MKIII Pop Filter

Is a pop filter included?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a pop filter is provided for plosive reduction.

GA FC1 MKIII Windscreen

Is a windscreen included?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a windscreen is included for wind noise control.

Package & Accessories 12

GA FC1 MKIII Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

Yes 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

GA FC1 MKIII Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

GA FC1 MKIII Cables

Are cables included?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

GA FC1 MKIII Adapters

Are adapters included?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

States if adapter(s) are included (e.g., XLR to 3.5mm).

GA FC1 MKIII Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

Yes 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

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

GA FC1 MKIII Extra Windscreen

Is an extra windscreen included?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if a spare windscreen is included.

Certification & Compliance 6

GA FC1 MKIII Warranty

What is the warranty period?

1 years 0Votes
GA FC1 MKIII
1.73 years (Average)

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

GA FC1 MKIII Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

Yes 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

GA FC1 MKIII Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

Yes 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

GA FC1 MKIII FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

GA FC1 MKIII RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

GA FC1 MKIII Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 14

GA FC1 MKIII Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

GA FC1 MKIII DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

GA FC1 MKIII AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

GA FC1 MKIII Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

GA FC1 MKIII Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

GA FC1 MKIII Recording Profiles

Does it have recording profiles?

No 0Votes GA FC1 MKIII

Yes Microphones in this range

Predefined sound settings for specific uses.

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GA FC1 MKIII 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

GA FC1 MKIII 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

GA FC1 MKIII 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

GA FC1 MKIII 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

GA FC1 MKIII 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

GA FC1 MKIII Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

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

GA FC1 MKIII 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

GA FC1 MKIII 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

GA FC1 MKIII 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

GA FC1 MKIII 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

Guides 1

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Files 1

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