AKG C3000 High-Performance Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Product Description

A sound investment for every studio

The C3000 high-performance, large-diaphragm condenser microphone has been a standard for live applications and studio recording for almost two decades. It is an excellent choice for vocals, electric and acoustic guitars, drum overhead and brass instrument miking. The switchable attenuation pad and low-cut filter enable high SPL up to 150dB and eliminate proximity effect. The redesigned C3000 presents itself as a cost-effective, rugged workhorse with a sleek and classy finish.

Add a versatile and affordable large-diaphragm mic to your toolbox with the AKG C 3000 condenser microphone. For almost 20 years the C 3000 has been a favorite of engineers and enthusiasts for all types of work. From recording vocals to miking guitar amps, the C 3000 is a true workhorse. The large 1″ gold-sputtered diaphragm gives you crystal clear and accurate sound recordings no matter what the source. You’ll be amazed at the sound you get from the accurate and affordable AKG C 3000 condenser mic!

AKG C 3000 Cardioid Condenser Microphone at a Glance:

• An affordable all-around mic
• Great in the studio and onstage
• AKG quality construction

An affordable all-around mic

You’ll love the professional sound you get from the C 3000’s large diaphragm. The cardioid pickup pattern is perfect for vocals and instruments in the studio and onstage. You can even use the AKG C 3000 on high SPL instruments like guitar amps and drums. An internal windscreen protects your recordings against annoying wind noise and vocal pops. The AKG C 3000 is a complete package that includes a spider-type shockmount.

Great in the studio and onstage

The AKG C 3000’s gold-sputtered 1″ large-diaphragm true condenser transducer brings AKG studio quality to the project studio as well as all other areas of recording and live sound applications. A switchable bass cut filter and preattenuation pad make it perfectly suited even for use on loud sound sources producing sound pressure levels up to 150dB SPL. The rugged and roadworthy design of the AKG C 3000 makes it a perfect choice for onstage applications.

AKG quality construction

AKG has been designing and building top-quality microphones for over 60 years, and they continue to put great effort into meeting the needs of modern engineers, producers, and artists. From new, budget-minded models to classic studio essentials, AKG puts quality into every microphone they produce. When you see the familiar logo on an AKG mic, you know it’s made to do the job, and do it well.

AKG C 3000 Cardioid Condenser Microphone Features:

• An affordable large-diaphragm condenser mic
• Handle SPL levels up to 150dB
• Perfect for studio and stage use
• AKG quality design and construction
• Requires +48V phantom powe

General Specifications

• Polar Pattern : Cardioid
• Audio frequency bandwidth : 20 – 20000 Hz
• Maximum SPL : 150 dB
• Equivalent noise level : 14 dB-A
• Sensitivity : 20 mV/Pa
• Signal to Noise> : 80 dB-A
• Preattenuation Pad : -10 dB
• Bass cut filter : 500 Hz, 6dB/octave
• Electrical impedance : < 200 Ohms
• Recommended load impedance : > 1000 Ohms

Powering Interface

• Voltage : 9 to 52 V, 2mA
• Current : 2 mA

Instrument

• Guitar Amps / Bass Amps : Yes
• Drums / Percussion : Yes
• Horns / Woodwinds : Yes
• Piano / Strings : Yes
• Vocals : Yes