AKG C12 VR Reference Multi Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone

AKG C12 VR Reference Multi Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone Overview:

The C12 VR is the reference multi-pattern tube studio condenser microphone with nine polar patterns selectable by a remote control. Among sound engineers, the AKG C12 is considered the holy grail of microphones. This legendary microphone, first built in the 1950s, is one of the most famous tube microphones in history, and its successor is today’s C12 VR.

The C12 VR is an enhanced version of the original C12, from the capsule sound to the original 6072A vacuum tube carefully handcrafted in Vienna, Austria.

Specifications:

• Audio frequency bandwidth: 30 - 20000 Hz
• Equivalent noise level: 22 dB-A
• Sensitivity: 10 mV/Pa
• Signal to Noise: 72 dB-A
• Preattenuation Pad: -10; -20 dB
• Bass cut filter: 100; 130 Hz
• Electrical impedance: 200 Ohms
• Recommended load impedance: 1000 Ohms
• Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, and Figure of eight

Dimensions

• Height: 225 mm
• Diameter: 42 mm
• Net Weight: 680 g

Design

• Finish: green/gold

Audio Output

• Type: Balanced XLR
• Gender: Male
• Contacts: 3-pin

Application

• Pro Studio: Yes

Instrument

• Vocals: Yes
• Horns / Woodwinds: Yes
• Guitar Amps / Bass Amps: Yes

Made in China

Pro Studio: Yes Instrument Vocals: Yes Horns / Woodwinds: Yes Guitar Amps / Bass Amps: Yes