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STUDIO/BROADCAST/STAGE

C 12 VR VINTAGE REISSUE TUBE MICROPHONE

Production of the legendary C 12 ceased in 1963, and over the years,

it became a highly sought-after collector’s item and prized recording instru-

ment because of its exquisite sound. The new C 12 VR is a reincarnation

of this spectacular microphone.

The new C 12 VR is true to the original C 12’s acoustical specifications

with subtle refinements made possible by modern electronics and manu-

facturing technology. These refinements actually lower susceptibility to hum

and noise as well as improve its ruggedness. The two 1-inch capsules are

identical in performance to the original design with the famous AKG “voice-

friendly” sound. The electronics section uses the same rare 6072 vacuum

tube as the original to ensure the C 12 VR will deliver the trademark

warmth, clarity and presence that characterized the original model.

Nine different polar patterns are remotely selectable from the N 12 VR

power supply. Other features include two bass roll-off filters (also remotely

selectable), switchable pre-attenuation pads and an internally selectable

+10 dB input sensitivity switch. The large core-section output transformer

minimizes low-frequency distortion and special shock-mounting protects the

circuitry and provides acoustic isolation. The C 12 VR comes in a special

hard-shell metal case housing the microphone, its power supply, the shock

mount, windscreen and a 10-m (33-ft) connecting cable. A copy of the fre-

quency response graph is included along with the three-year warranty. Add

magic to your sound with the AKG C 12 VR.

SOLIDTUBE VACUUM TUBE MICROPHONE

The SOLIDTUBE is the result of over a half century of experience in

the design of world-class transducers with tube electronics. Ruggedness,

high SPL capability and extremely low self-noise coupled with its unmis-

takable “tube sound” make the SOLIDTUBE a highly desired micro-

phone. With its elegant styling, impeccable build quality and superb

performance, the SOLIDTUBE is in an entirely different class from the

multitude of “classic” tube microphone imitators on the market. The

large-diaphragm condenser transducer has been specially tuned by AKG

for this microphone, resulting in a velvety smooth, 3-dimensional, high-

ly accurate sound. The heart of the SOLIDTUBE is the ECC 83 (12AX7)

vacuum tube that provides the perfect transfer characteristics and is

readily available. A 20 dB pad on the SOLIDTUBE enables the micro-

phone to handle sound pressure levels up to 145 dB. Low frequency

noise below 100 Hz can be eliminated by activating the low-cut switch

on the front panel of the separate power supply. The SOLIDTUBE comes

in a rugged aluminum carrying case with a complete set of accessories:

elastic shock mount, windscreen, power supply and

connecting cables. Three-year warranty.

STUDIO/BROADCAST/STAGE

C 414 B-XLS

The newest C 414 model offers the legendary sonic character of

its esteemed predecessors with 15 new features made possible by

advances in technology. The new XLS will carry on its tradition as a

reference standard instrument microphone for most engineers.

The XLS has a new transformerless output circuit which gives its

crisp, full-bodied sound even wider dynamic range and a more solid

low end. With its smooth uncolored frequency response, this is the

perfect microphone for accurate pickup of all acoustic instruments.

The dual 1-inch gold-sputtered diaphragms are elastically-suspended,

which greatly minimizes any chassis-borne vibration that might color

the sound. The new electronic switches offer easy selection of 5 polar

patterns, 3 pre-attenuation settings, and 3 bass roll-off filters with

two different filter slopes. The green LEDs can be seen from a dis-

tance to check the control settings, aim the microphone and they

change to red when the output electronics are overloaded. The C

414B-XLS has only 6 dB-A of self-noise and can be used in sound

fields as high as 158 dB to accurately capture the full dynamics of

today's digital recordings.

The kit includes a hard-shell metal case, H 85 shock mount,

W414X windscreen, 2-stage external pop filter with gooseneck, indi-

vidually-measured response graph and 3-year warranty. Also avail-

able in factory-matched pairs.

C 414 B-XL II

The “gold” C 414 B-XL II gives you the famous “vocal-friendly”

sound of vintage AKG studio classic microphones combined with the

incredible features and technological improvements of the new 414

family. The capsule used in this microphone is a faithful sonic re-creation

of AKG's CK 12 that delivers unmatched presence, warmth and smooth-

ness for capturing every nuance of a singer's voice. Some engineers

also find this up-front sound useful for recording instruments at a dis-

tance. Like the XLS, this microphone features a transformerless output

section with 5 polar patterns, 3 pre-attenuation settings and 3 bass roll-

off filters with two different slopes. The kit includes a hard-shell metal

case, H 85 shock mount, W414X windscreen, 2-stage external pop fil-

ter with gooseneck, individually-measured response graph and 3-year

warranty. Also available in factory-matched pairs.

C 426 B STEREO MICROPHONE

The C 426 B is a direct descendant of AKG’s renowned C 422

and C 24 large diaphragm stereo condensers with many technologi-

cal and mechanical improvements. It is a highly refined, feature-

laden microphone system designed for the most critical single-point

stereo applications.

The C 426 B incorporates AKG’s most advanced transducers

and electronics for state-of-the-art dynamic range, linearity, high sen-

sitivity, low crosstalk and perfect response matching of the capsules.

The two gold-sputtered twin-diaphragm 1-inch capsules are mounted

one over the other in a coincident pair. The entire microphone head

can be rotated 45

relative to the shaft allowing a quick changeover

from M-S to X-Y mode. Additionally, the upper capsule assembly can

be rotated 270

relative to the lower one to provide utmost flexibil-

ity in stereo pickup angle. The nine polar patterns for each micro-

phone section are remotely selected at the S426 remote powering

unit. The body of the microphone contains switchable preamp

padding and a bass cut of 12-dB-per-octave below 75 Hz. Two nar-

row angle LEDs are aligned with the primary axis of each stereo sec-

tion to enable the operating engineer to verify the precise orientation

at a glance. The C 426 B comes complete with a rugged carrying

case, the S426 power unit, a W426 foam windscreen, a H15/33

shock mount and 66 ft (20 m) of cable for hookup. Three-year war-

ranty.

TUBE MICROPHONES

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