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AKG C518ML Miniature Cardioid Condenser Microphone

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Overview

Mic up your drums or percussion instruments with this excellent performer!

The AKG C 518 ML is the ultimate miniature condenser microphone for drums and percussion instruments. Its cardioid polar pattern rejects overspill from nearby instruments. A continuously adjustable vise-type clamp makes it easy to fix the microphone securely on the top hoop of most drums or percussion instruments. An external shock mount provides high mechanical-noise rejection. A special snap-on stabilizer knee will keep the gooseneck bent at a defined angle. The AKG C 518 ML features an integrated, switchable bass cut for adjusting the microphone's frequency response to your instrument's sound. C 518 ML is designed for use with the B 29 L battery power supply, AKG WMS Series bodypack transmitters, or the MPA V L adapter for external phantom powering (not included).

Features

  • Miniature cardioid condenser clamp-on microphone with shock mounted capsule
  • Ideal for miking drums and percussions
  • Including wireless direct adapter for easy use with AKG pocket transmitters
  • Detachable microphone cable
  • Integrated gooseneck
  • Continuously adjustable vise type clamp
  • The unique adapter plate A 400 allows easy attachment of the AKG pocket transmitters
  • Includes the A 400 adapter, H 518 drum bracket, microphone bag, and the W 44 windscreen

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C518ML Miniature Cardioid Condenser Microphone Specifications:

  • Polar pattern: cardioid
  • Frequency response: 60-20 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 5 mV/Pa (46 db)
  • Maximum sound pressure level: 130/132 dB SPL, (for 1%/3% THD)
  • Equivalent noise level: 31 dB-A
  • Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted): 63 db
  • Impedance: <=200 ohms
    Recommended load impedence: >=2000 ohms
  • Current consumption: approx. 2 mA
  • Power requirement: B 29 L battery power supply, or the MPA V L adapter,
  • AKG WMS Series bodypack transmitters
  • Connector: 3-pin male XLR
  • Cable length: 5 ft. (1.5 m)
  • Finish: matte black
  • Dimensions (length x diameter): 7.9" x 1.9", 200 mm x 47 mm (microphone only)
  • Net weight: 3.9 oz, (110g)
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