AKG C4500B-BC

With an ever-increasing number of broadcast and post-production facilities going digital, a microphone was needed that offered audible performance improvements over “old standard” dynamic units with zero susceptibility to RF and EMI from all the digital gear in the control room. The AKG C 4500 B-BC is a front-address, large-diaphragm condenser mic optimized for on-air, recording and post-production work. The mic has minimal proximity effect thanks to its acoustical design and its very effective internal multi-layer pop filter ensures that it is easy to use. A built-in 20 dB pad enables the C 4500 B-BC to directly replace dynamic mics without any adjustments to the gain structure, while a 120 Hz roll-off filter allows further reduction in LF noise if needed. This microphone has a wide dynamic range and its gorgeously detailed sound doesn’t require any external signal enhancement to augment its wide range. The sound is very dramatic with full frequency range and incredible dynamics that allows voices to be heard above a mix with very high intelligibility. The C 4500 B-BC comes complete with a H100 spider type shock mount and W4000 foam wind screen, so its ready to use right out of the box. Three-year warranty.

Features

• Frequency response, tailored for reduced proximity effect for close speaking voice
• Operates on phantom power (9 to 52 volts)
• Large diaphragm with speech entry along the microphone's physical axis
• Extremely low self-noise floor of 8 dB-A
• High immunity to overload (145 dB unpadded)
• High immunity to electrostatic and magnetic field interference

Specifications

• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Range: 20 to 20,000 Hz
• Sensitivity at 1000 Hz: 25 mV/Pa (-34 dBV)
• Maximum SPL for 0.5% THD: 145/165 dB SPL
• Equivalent Noise Level: 8 dB-A
• Pre-attenuation pad: -20dB, switchable
• Bass-cut filter: 6 dB/octave below 120Hz
• Output Impedance: <200 ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance: >1000 ohms
• Power Requirement: 9 to 52 volts phantom power
• Current Consumption: <2mA
• Size (Dia. x L): 2.2" x 7.2"
• Net Weight: 16 oz
• Standard Accessories: H100 spider-type shock mount, W4000 foam windscreen < /LI > < /UL >