AKG C5

Delicate cardioid condenser capsule

For detailed pickup of unique individual acoustic color

24-carat gold-plated transducer case

For maximum resistance to corrosion and humidity

Unique presence boost adapter

Offers a choice of two different sound flavors

Integrated shock absorber system

Effectively eliminates unwanted handling noises

Robust zinc-alloy housing and spring steel grille

Provide extreme ruggedness for a long stage life

Gold-plated sound

With the C5 professional condenser vocal microphone, your voice will cut through the loudest mix - on any stage. Its cardioid polar pattern ensures maximum gain before feedback and has been optimized for use with in-ear monitor systems. An attachable presence boost adapter offers the unique choice of two sound flavors for a superior audio performance.

A gold-plated transducer case protects the capsule from corrosion and humidity. The solid die-cast housing and its extremely rugged grille construction make the C5 an easy to use, reliable companion for tough stage jobs.

Technical specifications: 

General Specifications

Polar Pattern: Cardioid

Audio frequency bandwidth: 65 - 20000 Hz

Equivalent noise level: 25 dB-A

Sensitivity: 4 mV/Pa

Signal to Noise: 69 dB-A

Electrical impedance: 200 Ohms

Recommended load impedance: 2000 Ohms

Dimensions

Height: 185 mm

Diameter: 51 mm

Net Weight: 345 g

Design

Body: metal

Finish: matte grayish blue

Audio Output

Type: Balanced XLR

Gender: Male

Contacts: 3-pin

Powering Interface

Voltage: 9 to 52 V

Current: 3 mA

Application

Live Vocal: Yes

Instrument

Vocals: Yes