AKG D12 VR Kick Drum Mic
The D12 VR is a reference large-diaphragm dynamic microphone with cardioid polar pattern. Designed specifically for kick-drum recording applications, the microphone has a thin diaphragm to enhance the low frequency performance. Its warm sound is realized by the original C414 transformer, especially impressive at high signal levels. The D12 VR features three active filter presets to match its sound shape with the kick drums character. When activated, the output level is automatically reduced by 10 dB. The filter settings can be controlled using a switch on the microphone body. Without phantom power, the microphone operates in passive mode and delivers the instruments pure sound.
Features:
- Four different sound shapes - Natural Dynamic (without Phantom Power), Open Kick Drum, Closed Kick Drum and Vintage Sound (with Phantom Power)
- Ultra thin diaphragm
- Optimized bass chamber
- Original C414 model transformer
- Cardioid polar pattern
- Made in Austria
What's in the box
- 1 x D12 VR Microphone
- 1 x Microphone Bag
Microphone Response: 17 - 17000 Hz (±2 dB)
Microphone Impedance: <200 ohms (at 1000 Hz)
Microphone Maximum SPL: 164 dB SPL (for 0,5 % THD)
Microphone Sensitivity: 1,2 mV/Pa ± -58 dBV (at 1000 Hz passive)
Microphone Connector: 3-Pin XLR Male
Microphone Pad Switches: No
Physical Height: 125 mm x 101 mm x 66 mm (4.9 x 3.9 x 2.6 in.)
Physical Weight: 500 g (1.1 lbs)