AKG C 12 VR Condenser Microphone

The AKG C 12 VR is a Vintage reissue dual-capsule, dual-triode tube mic that is hand built by the masters of th craft. The AKG C 12 was one of the most popular tube mics in the history of recording so it was only a matter of time before the demand for a reissue caught up with AKG. The C 12 VR is an exact replica of the original C 12, from the capsule sound to the original 6072A vacuum tube. The only difference is that its self noise and some components were optimized to meet the current state of the art. No less than nine remotely selectable polar patterns, the legendary large-diaphragm capsule, and an original 6072A vacuum tube provide a sound that is simply beyond words.

AKG C12 Studio Recording Vocal Microphone Videos

Features:

• Classic 1-inch (25 mm) condenser tube performance of the original AKG C 12
• Multiple patterns (nine total) remotely controlled with silent switching
• Uses the original 6072 vacuum tube
• Uses the original 1950’s dual diaphragm design for sound that has the same warmth, clarity presence of the original
• Internal microphone switching for pre-attenuation of -10, -20 dB and boost of +10 dB to accommodate all studio requirements.
• External (in control unit) two-position bass cut/roll-off

Specifications:

• Polar pattern: cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-eight, and 6 intermediate positions, remotely selectable
• Frequency range: 30 to 20,000 Hz
• Max. SPL 128/138/148 db (k=3%)
• Equivalent noise level (CCIR 468-3): 32 db
• Equivalent noise level 22 dB-A
• Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted): 72 dB
• Preattenuation pad: 10 dB, 20 dB, selectable
• Bass filter: 6 dB/octave at 100 Hz / 12 dB/octave at 130 Hz
• Impedance : 200 Ohm
• Recommended load impedance: >1000 ohms
• Connector: 12-pin DIN
• Cable: 10 m (33 ft.)

Accessories:

• N 12 VR remote power supply
• H 15/T elastic suspension
• MK 12V R 30 ft. (10 m) connecting cable
• W 42 Foam windscreen