AKG C 7

Studio sound, stage presence

The AKG C7 reference handheld condenser microphone delivers premium studio-quality condenser sound and hassle-free operation on any stage. With pristine clarity and sparkling high end, the C7 allows lead and background vocals to shine through. And thanks to specially engineered circuitry and custom-designed components, C7 prevents feedback, spill, handling noise, and pop noise from interfering with your performance. No matter where you’re performing, C7 delivers premium, worry-free vocal reproduction so you can focus on what really matters.

World-famous AKG condenser sound quality

When it comes to premium studio-quality sound, it’s what’s on the inside that counts. The C7 microphone features a custom-tuned supercardioid condenser capsule with hand-selected components, so your voice is reproduced with pristine clarity and sparkling highs. And the C7 handles incredibly high sound pressure levels, for maximum fidelity during your loudest performances.

Open-space capsule technology

During your performance, the only feedback you want is applause from the audience. The C7’s innovative open-space capsule uses a specially designed inner-capsule holder and three window ports to reduce air turbulence and inner reflections at the backside of the capsule. This creates an extremely consistent supercardioid polar pattern throughout the entire frequency spectrum, for extraordinary feedback and spill rejection.

Proprietary shock absorber suspension

The C7 features a proprietary mechano-pneumatic shock absorber suspension that ensures handling noise won’t clutter your sound. The capsule sits on top of a unique rubber insert, preventing vibrations from the housing from reaching the capsule. AKG searched extensively to find the right rubber to meet the specification, ultimately working with a Viennese company to source a material with exceptionally strong absorptive properties. The result is far superior to mics that feature extensive internal electronic filters to minimize handling noise.

General Specifications

• Type3/4" back electret condenser
• Polar PatternsSupercardioid
• Audio frequency bandwidth20 - 20000 Hz
• Equivalent noise level21 dB-A
• Sensitivity4 mV/Pa
• Signal to Noise73 dB-A
• Max. SPL for 1 % THD150 dB
• Electrical impedance600 Ohms
• Recommended load impedance2000 Ohms

Dimensions

• Height 185 mm
• Diamete r51 mm
• Net Weight 317 g

Design

• Body metal
• Finish matte grayish blue

Audio Output

• Type Balanced XLR
• Gender Male
• Contacts 3-pin

Powering Interface

• Voltage 48 V +/- 4 V
• Current 3 mA

Application

• Live Vocal Yes
• Live Instrument Yes
• Instrument
• Vocals Yes
• Horns / Woodwinds Yes