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OmnidirectionalCardioidBidirectionalAKG Acoustics C4000

Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

The black C4000 is a repackaged version of AKG’s C 4000 B. The specs for these two mics are identical.

Both mics are multipattern FET condensers with switchable pads and filters. Both use a one-inch edge-terminated electret capsule, and transformerless electronics.

Like the rest of AKG’s “project studio series” mics, the new C4000 is finished in a matte dark gray. It ships with the H85 elastic shockmount and the W4000 windscreen. The SA61 mic clip is available separately.

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The mic was released in 2012.

Specifications

Frequency Response - OmnidirectionalClick Graph to Compare!
C4000 Omnidirectional Frequency Response Chart
Frequency Response - CardioidClick Graph to Compare!
C4000 Cardioid Frequency Response Chart
Frequency Response - BidirectionalClick Graph to Compare!
C4000 Bidirectional Frequency Response Chart
Pickup Patterns Pads & Filters
Omnidirectional (25 mV/Pa; 20 - 20,000 Hz)
Cardioid (25 mV/Pa; 20 - 20,000 Hz)
Bidirectional (25 mV/Pa; 20 - 20,000 Hz)
  • Pad: -10dB (Via Switch)
  • Filter: HPF @ 100Hz (Via Switch)
Capsule Dimensions Impedance SPL/Noise
Diaphragm diameter: 25mm
200 Ohms (Low) Self-noise: 8.0 dB(A)
Weight Length Max Diameter Interface(s)
450g (15.87oz) 183mm (7.20'') 58mm (2.28'')
  • 3-pin XLR male (1)
Power Specifications
  • Requires phantom power
  • Phantom voltage: 9–52v

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