FEATURES
- An enhanced version of the highly sought-after AKG C12
- Edge-terminated CK12 capsule and original 6072A vacuum tube
- Selected state-of-the-art component for low noise and reliable operation
- Dual-diaphragm, 1" diameter gold sputtered mylar foil
- 9 remotely selectable polar patterns for maximum flexibility
- Multiple patterns with silent switching, remotely controlled from power supply
- Polar patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid, and figure-8, with 6 intermediate patterns (silent switching)
- Frequency response: 30Hz–20kHz (±2.5dB from published curves)
DESCRIPTION
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 C12 VR
SPECIFICATION
Audio frequency bandwidth | 30 - 20000 Hz |
Bass Cut Filter | 100; 130 Hz |
Electrical impedance | 200 Ohms |
Equivalent noise level | 22 dB-A |
Pads | 10; -20 dB |
Polar Pattern | and Figure of eight |
Recommended load impedance | 1000 Ohms |
Sensitivity | 10 mV/Pa |
Signal to Noise ratio: | 72 dB-A |