AKG C 518 M

AKG C 518 M Description

The ultimate miniature condenser microphone for drums and percussions. Its cardioid polar pattern rejects overspill from nearby instruments. A continuously adjustable vise-type clamp makes it easy to fix the microphone securely on the top hoop of most drums or percussion instruments.

An external shock mount provides high mechanical-noise rejection. A special snap-on stabilizer knee will keep the gooseneck bent at a defined angle. The C 518 M features an integrated, switchable bass cut for adjusting the microphone’s frequency response to your instrument’s sound.

The unique adapter plate A 400 allows easy attachment of the AKG pocket transmitters.

Features:

• Miniature cardioid condenser clamp-on microphone with shock mounted capsule
• Ideal for miking drums and percussions
• Including wireless direct adapter for easy use with AKG pocket transmitters
• Detachable microphone cable
• Integrated gooseneck
• Continuously adjustable vise type clamp

Recommended For:

• Drums
• Brass
• Recording
• Percussions

Standard Accessories:

• A400 adapter
• H518 Drum bracket
• Microphone bag
• W44 Windscreen

Specs:

• Polar pattern cardioid
• Frequency range 60 Hz to 20 kHz
• Sensitivity 5 mV/Pa (-46 dBV)
• Max. SPL 130/132 dB SPL (for 1%/3% THD)
• Equivalent noise level 31 dB(A)
• Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted) 63 dB
• Impedance <= 200 ohms
• Recommended load impedance >= 2000 ohms
• Current consumption <= 2 mA
• Power requirement B 29 L battery power supply, MPA V L phantom adapter, AKG WMS bodypack transmitters
• Connector 3-pin mini XLR
• Cable 1.5 m (5 ft.)
• Finish matte black
• Dimensions Length: 200 mm (7.9 in.) (microphone only); max. width: 47 mm (1.9 in.)
• Net weight C 518 M: 220 g (7.8 oz.) / C 518 ML: 110 g (3.9 oz.) (microphone and cable)
• Shipping weight C 518 M: 450 g (15.9 oz.) / C 518 ML: 330 g (11.7 oz.)

Versions:

C 518 M for external phantom powering
C 518 ML for use with the B 29 L battery power supply, AKG WMS Series bodypack transmitters, or the MPA V L adapter for external phantom powering.

DOWNLOADS

User manual (PDF, 596.72 KB)

Service documentation (PDF, 133.46 KB)