AKG C12VR Condenser Mic

AKG C12VR Details

Production of the original C 12 ceased in 1963, and over the years it gradually became a sought-after collectors' item­a legendary recording instrument acclaimed worldwide for its exquisite sound. Now, it's back. The new C 12 VR is true to the original C 12's electronic and acoustic design with only subtle refinements (made possible by modern manufacturing techniques and improvements in basic circuit components) incorporated to increase overall robustness and reduce susceptibility to hum and noise.

With the recreated 1-inch twin diaphragm capsule design and the same 6072 vacuum tube at the heart of its circuitry, the C 12 VR assures that even the most discriminating users will enjoy the trademark warmth, clarity and presence that characterized the original model. Nine different polar patterns are available, any of which may be remotely selected from the N 12 VR powering unit. Other user control features include two bass roll-off filters (also remotely selectable), switchable preattenuation pads, and a switchable 10 dB boost in nominal sensitivity. A large core-section output transformer minimizes low frequency distortion, and special shock mounting elements protect circuitry and provide acoustic isolation. The C 12 VR comes complete with powering/remote unit, H 15/T elastic shock mount suspension, 10 m (30-foot) connecting cable, W 42 foam windscreen, and rugged aluminum carrying case. Individually tested frequency response graph also included

DATA SHEET

SPECS:

Polar patterns:	cardioid, omni-directional, figure eight, and six intermediate positions selectable on remote control.
Frequency range:	30­20,000 Hz
Sensitivity:	10 mV/Pa (-40 dBV); can be increased by 10 dB by a switch in the microphone
Max. SPL for 3 %
THD:	128 dB
Equivalent noise level:	22 dB-A
Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted):	72 dB
Preattenuation pad:	-10 dB or -20 dB, selectable
Bass cut filter:	6 db/12 dB/octave at 120 Hz
Electrical impedance:	200 ohm
Recommended load impedance:	>1,000 ohm
Power requirement:	standard power supply
Current consumption:	as above
Connector:	12-pin DIN
Cable length:	10 m (33 ft.)
Finish:	green/gold
Size:	dia.: 42 mm (1.6 in.); length: 225 mm (8.8 in.)
Net/Shipping weight:	680 g/4.5 kg (24 oz./10 lbs.)
Standard accessories:	N 12 VR, H 15/T, MK/Tube, W 42
Optional accessories:	PF 100, MK 9/10

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