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AKG C3000 Studio Microphone

BH #AKC3000 • MFR #2785X00230
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AKG C3000 Studio Microphone
Key Features
  • Cardioid Polar Pattern
  • Wide Frequency Response
  • -10 dB Pad Switch
  • Low-Frequency Roll-Off Switch
The AKG C3000 Studio Microphone is a cost-effective studio condenser microphone well suited for project studio recording and live sound applications alike. The C3000 is an ideal choice for both vocals and instruments with its wide frequency response, cardioid polar pattern and high SPL capability. The -10 dB pad switch maximizes headroom when capturing transient (peaking) signals, and a 500 Hz low-frequency roll-off switch minimizes low-frequency noise and proximity effect noise. The microphone ships with a shockmount.
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AKG C3000 Overview

The AKG C3000 Studio Microphone is a cost-effective studio condenser microphone well suited for project studio recording and live sound applications alike. The C3000 is an ideal choice for both vocals and instruments with its wide frequency response, cardioid polar pattern and high SPL capability. The -10 dB pad switch maximizes headroom when capturing transient (peaking) signals, and a 500 Hz low-frequency roll-off switch minimizes low-frequency noise and proximity effect noise. The microphone ships with a shockmount.

Gold-sputtered 1-inch large diaphragm with patented edge-terminated back-plate technology
Proven performance for more than 15 years for both studio and stage
Internal windscreen protects from wind and breath generated "pops"
Well-designed circuitry provides high SPL capability and low distortion
Switchable attenuation pad enables for high SPL up to 150 dB
Switchable low-cut filter (500 Hz, 6 dB/octave) eliminates proximity effect
Comes complete with H85 spider-type shockmount
UPC: 885038028758

AKG C3000 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Large Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
Low Cut/HPF, Pad
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
150 dB
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Large Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
Side Address
Controls
Low Cut/HPF, Pad
Pad
-10 dB
Filter & EQ
Low-Cut Filter: 500 Hz, 6 dB/Octave
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
150 dB
Sensitivity
20 mV/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level
14 dB (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
9.0 to 52.0 V (Bias/Plug-In Power)
Physical
Color
Black
Dimensions
ø: 2.1 x L: 6.4" / ø: 53 x L: 162 mm
Weight
11.3 oz / 320 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.805 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.5 x 8.1 x 3.5"

AKG C3000 Reviews

Most Real natural Sound

By Kahjaw
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-09-24

The C3000 is my main mic, I use it on acustic instruments as Classical, Acustic and Portuguese Guitar,and also on Vocals and as a room mic. It sounds closer to what you hear in the room then any other mic, with a smooth top end to help you to get warm vocals.

Great Mic

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-07-21

Great microphone for the price. It is definitely worth buying

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