AKG C1000 S Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Characterized by versatility and durability, the updated version of the C1000 S from AKG is a multipurpose, high-performance small-diaphragm condenser microphone. This mic is perfect for both recording and live-sound applications, as well as ENG/EFP and audio capture for video productions.

The C1000 S has the power to use with any equipment and in every scenario. If no phantom power is available, this mic can run on two standard AA batteries that power it internally, allowing for continual, confident operation for up to 120 hours.

This microphone boasts a quality build that makes it a more rugged condenser mic. Its gold-sputtered capsule housing and XLR pins lend high immunity against one of the main villains of condenser microphone maintenance: humidity.

Designed to deliver in myriad situations, the C1000 S is feature-packed so you can achieve customizable, confident sound quality. A bass-cut switch and a switchable -10 dB pad for amazing versatility in every situation. Three different frequency settings allow you to achieve enhanced clarity when capturing speech and instrument audio. The polar pattern can quickly be switched from cardioid to hyper-cardioid, allowing you to aim the mic with precision to capture exactly the audio you want—and none of the surrounding noise you don’t.

AKG C1000 S Features

• Gold sputtered microphone capsule and XLR pins give high immunity against humidity
• Powered by internal AA batteries or by phantom power for use with any equipment and every application
• Bass cut and -10 dB switchable for amazing versatility in every situation
• Presence boost adapter provides three frequency settings for different sound sources
• Unique polar pattern converter allows the microphone to be switched from cardioid to hyper-cardioid

• C1000 S Microphone1
• PPC1000 Converter1
• PB1000 Presence Boost Adapter1
• SA63 Stand Adaptor1
• W1001 Windscreen1
• Microphone Bag1

• Transducer TypeCondenser
• Polar Patterns (selectable)Cardioid, Hypercardioid
• Frequency Response50 Hz - 20 kHz
• Output Impedance200 ohms
• Recommended load impedance2000 ohms
• Sensitivity6 mV/Pa
• Equivalent noise level21 dB-A
• Signal to Noise73 dB-A
• Preattenuation Pad10 dB
• Bass cut filter80 Hz
• Design
  • Body: metal
  • Finish: matte grayish blue
• Powering Interface
  • Voltage: 9 to 52 V
  • Current: 3 mA
• Connector3-Pin XLRM
• Dimensions (L x H x D)229 x 34 x 34 mm
• Net Weight320 g

About Condenser Microphones at Sound Productions

Achieve professional polish to your studio sound with condenser microphones from Sound Productions. A condenser microphone uses a capacitor that converts sound vibrations into electric currents. It is characterized by increased sound sensitivity than a dynamic mic, enabling it to capture more natural, detailed audio from vocals and instruments.

Use a large-diaphragm condenser mic (sometimes called a “capacitor mic”) to optimize the sound of vocals, acoustic guitar, and ambient room audio. Alternatively, choose a small diaphragm condenser mic (or “pencil mic”) for acoustic instruments including guitars, classical instruments, cymbals, and drum overheads. The smaller capsule and lightweight build make it easy to place perfectly in almost any miking application, while the consistent polar pattern makes a pair of small-diaphragm condenser mics the perfect choice for stereo miking.

Compared to the other popular option of dynamic microphones, condenser mics are louder, pick up a wider frequency response, and enjoy an expansive dynamic range—all aspects that make them ideal for studio recording.