AKG D12 VR kick drum mic

Name: AKG D12 VR kick drum mic
Brand: AKG
SKU: D12 VR
Availability: InStock

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AKG D12 VR kick drum mic

33,775 EGP

The AKG D12 VR is a reference-grade, large-diaphragm dynamic microphone specifically designed for kick drum recording and live sound applications. It is highly regarded for its ability to capture powerful low frequencies and handle extremely high sound pressure levels (up to 164 dB SPL) without distortion.

Key Features

Dual Operation Modes: The microphone is versatile and can operate in two modes:
- Passive Mode: Without 48V phantom power, it functions as a pure, uncolored dynamic microphone, capturing the natural sound of the instrument.
- Active Mode: When phantom power is engaged, three switchable active-filter presets (selectable via a switch on the body with LED indicators) become available, offering pre-EQ’d sound shapes (e.g., mid-scoop, low-boost, or a combination of low/high boost) to quickly tailor the kick drum’s tone for different musical styles.
Premium Components: It incorporates an ultra-thin diaphragm for accurate low-frequency reproduction and features the original transformer from the vintage 1970s AKG C414 microphone, which adds a desirable warmth and character to the sound, especially at high signal levels.
Design: The microphone has a robust metal body with a cardioid polar pattern, which effectively rejects off-axis sound and instrument spill from nearby sources in a studio or live setting

SKU: D12 VR Category: MICROPHONE Tags: #Drums, akg, microphone

Description

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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 drum’s 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.

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