AKG D 112 Microphone
The pop recording industry often prefers selected models of dynamic microphones for pickup of closely-spaced bass drums and bass guitar amplifiers, because the moving system of the dynamic can be designed to handle these high excursions with very high mechanical linearity. The AKG D 112 Microphone is a descendent of AKG's earlier D12 dynamic microphone, and is widely known for its ability to handle high level signals from bass drums and bass guitars in the studio. The microphone has been designed with a low resonance frequency and can handle very high transient signals with virtually unmeasurable distortion; it has an enormous dynamic range with a very high signal/noise ratio and the capacity to input very high sound levels without distorting. High frequency response has been tailored to keep both bass drum and bass guitar clearly distinguishable in the mix. A built-in windscreen makes the D 112 also suitable for high SPL instruments such as the trombone and tuba.
- A cardioid-pattern microphone
- Response tailored for bass guitar and bass drum pickup, both in the studio and on-stage
- Response maintained down to 20 Hz
- Nearly free of THD
- Enormous 168dB typical dynamic range and 73dB typical signal-to-noise ratio
- Allows up to a 168 dB SPL maximum input sound level with no audible distortion
- Built-in windscreen
- Includes the SA 60 Stage Adapter
| Transducer | Pressure Gradient Dynamic |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz to 17 kHz |
| Power Requirements | None Dynamic, Requires No Phantom or Battery Power |
| Output Impedance | 210 Ohms |
| Output Connectors | XLR-3M Type |
| Applications | Kick Drum Electric Bass Cabinet, Excellent for Brass Instruments such as Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, etc. |
| Dimensions | 4.5 x 5.9 x 2.8"(115 x 150 x 70mm) LxHxW |
| Weight | 9.9 oz (380g) |
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Pros
- Easy to use (4)
- Good audio (3)
- Lightweight (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home studio (3)
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Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Limited Functions
- Weird Freq Response
Best Uses
Comments about AKG D 112 Microphone:
Funny story, but the D112 has almost nothing to do with its fabled daddy, the AKG D12. Watch out. This mic needs some serious EQing and processing to sit well in the mix when used on kick drums. Stick with the shure model!
On the plus side, it sounds cool on some guitars I recorded, almost like a ribbon mic!
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about AKG D 112 Microphone:
Used it immediately on bass drum and recorded tracks that night. Great definition and clarity on the kick drum!
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Events
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about AKG D 112 Microphone:
Worth the dollar, personally I prefer this over the Shure Beta Mics, but that could vary based on taste. Only thing I would have liked AKG to include is a better carrying case, soft or hard. Product only comes with foam inside manufacturer's box. There is a cutout for the Mic and mic clip specifically, but it must be stored in manufacturer's box unless you buy your own case.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about AKG D 112 Microphone:
Finding this the perfect mike for bass cabs at low to very high volume. Virtually no ambient bleed from other sound sources. Excellent result miking toms and congas, dejembe, etc. Suggest a good pre-amp and limiter/gate/compressor combo. Comparable to shure beta 52a for miking kick drums. Handles high SPL's really well. Very versatile. Good fat guitar sound, but doesn't quite have the high frequency response of shure SM-57.
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Cables
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- Original: $14.95
- Save: $1.49
- Price: $13.46
Stands & Support
- Price: $16.96
Microphone Clips
- Price: $22.00
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- Original: $99.00
- Save: $16.00
- Price: $83.00
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What's in the Box
- SA 60 Stand Adapter
- 1-Year Warranty
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