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AKG D12 VR Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Dynamic Microphone

BH #AKD12VR • MFR #3220H00010
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AKG D12 VR Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
Key Features
  • Active Mode with 3 Sound Shapes
  • Thin Diaphragm
  • Original C414 Transformer
  • Cardioid Polar Pattern
The AKG D12 VR Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Dynamic Microphone features an active mode with switchable filtering as well as a normal passive mode. Designed specifically for kick-drum recording applications, the microphone has a thin diaphragm to enhance the low-frequency performance. Without phantom power, the microphone is designed to deliver the natural character of the sound source. With phantom power enabled, one of three switchable active-filter presets can be used to quickly adapt the microphone response to suit the desired kick-drum sound. The filter setting can be controlled, using a switch on the microphone body. In this active mode the output level is also reduced by 10 dB automatically.
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AKG D12 Overview

The AKG D12 VR Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Dynamic Microphone features an active mode with switchable filtering as well as a normal passive mode. Designed specifically for kick-drum recording applications, the microphone has a thin diaphragm to enhance the low-frequency performance. Without phantom power, the microphone is designed to deliver the natural character of the sound source. With phantom power enabled, one of three switchable active-filter presets can be used to quickly adapt the microphone response to suit the desired kick-drum sound. The filter setting can be controlled, using a switch on the microphone body. In this active mode the output level is also reduced by 10 dB automatically.

Active mode with 3 filters and passive mode with its own tonal characteristics. A total of four different sound shapes
Thin diaphragm to enhance the low-frequency performance
Original C414 transformer for warm sound characteristics
Directional cardioid polar pattern
UPC: 885038033196

AKG D12 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Large Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Dynamic
Controls
Presence Boost
Frequency Response
17 Hz to 17 kHz ±2 dB
Maximum SPL
164 dB
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Large Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Dynamic
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
End Address
Controls
Presence Boost
Pad
No
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
17 Hz to 17 kHz ±2 dB
Maximum SPL
164 dB
Sensitivity
1.2 mV/Pa
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
48 V (Phantom Power)
Physical
Mounting Thread Size
5/8"-27 Female
Dimensions
H: 4.9 x W: 4 x L: 2.6" / 124 x W: 101 x L: 66 mm
Weight
1.1 lb / 500 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.9 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.2 x 7.9 x 3.9"

AKG D12 Reviews

Tonnes of variety to shape how you want it!

By WheelRad
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-09-06

Build quality looks awesome, as usual from AKG. Sounds great on kick, and bass cabs. Has great response time for smooth guitars low fat snares, and all the phantom power EQ's are useful.

Great sound! Great Features! Very Flexible! Can

By MSP74
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-09-04

Just bought this for recording and live application for my bass cabinets. Build quality looks excellent. AKG have a reliable and trusted pedigree. I won't be leaving the house without it, for any professional gig!

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