AKG - C104
The C104 microphone reveals an endearing sonic personality that accompanies you in your creations with a warm presence and polished visual appeal. At AKG, this model has been designed to stimulate your artistic inspiration and give your voice a clear dimension, while remaining surprisingly discreet on screen. Its elegant design provides a reassuring presence in front of the camera and creates a natural link with your creative environment without dwelling on pure technology.
Presentation
You benefit from impressive management of acoustic pressure, as this model accepts very high levels without generating the slightest audible saturation, even when working with complex sources or powerful instruments placed close to the diaphragm. This remarkable tolerance helps you to experiment with different recording configurations that broaden your creative scope and naturally support your vocal or narrative projects without imposing burdensome technical constraints.
When you place this large-diaphragm microphone on your favourite recording medium, you'll immediately notice the low level of self-noise, which allows you to record with great finesse even during very quiet passages or more intimate moments focused on the narrative. This controlled sensitivity allows you to maintain a homogenous texture across the entire spectrum, because every detail remains perceptible and coherent when you adjust your distance or slightly modify the positioning in front of the capsule.
You'll also notice the robustness of its construction, as its recycled metal body remains stable over time and provides a reassuring sensation when you handle the set for multiple takes or varied configurations in your creative environment. This durability underpins a responsible approach that values a more careful handling of the materials used.
The C104's cardioid pick-up pattern helps reduce background noise to maintain a natural focus on your voice and preserve consistent intelligibility even in rooms with variable acoustics or poorly suited to careful recording. This targeted management favours coherent vocal expression that secures your narration while leaving you free to play with the dynamics according to the real needs of your project.
Other features
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AKG C104
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Large diaphragm microphone
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Operation: transformerless FET capacitor
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Electret capsule ∅22 mm
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Nickel-plated diaphragm
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Directivity: cardioid
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Frequency response: 20 Hz ⭢ 20 kHz
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Max. pressure level 143 dB SPL
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Sensitivity: 13.5 mV/Pa
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Signal-to-noise ratio: 80 dB
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Self-noise level: 14 dB(A) SPL
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Output impedance: ≤ 200 Ω
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Recommended load impedance: ≥ 1000 Ω
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Connectors: 3-pin XLR
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Power supply: 48 V⎓ (phantom power)
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Power consumption: ≤ 5 mA
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Microphone stand supplied
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Microphone dimensions: 158 x 47 x 35 mm
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Weight : 830 g
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Founded in 1947 in Vienna, AKG is today one of the major players in the world of audio, with references for microphones and headphones used in the world's largest recording studios. These include the C414 condenser microphone, the small C451 diaphragm and the K series of monitoring headsets.
Since its acquisition by Harman International in 1994, AKG has continued to innovate with new stage microphones, analog and digital wireless systems, the Perception Series, and collaborations with artists such as Tiësto on DJ headphones.
