Straight plug their build quality is really good, even though the. The old mics were laboriously handsoldered and prone to intermittents a wellknown fact among live sound engineers who shun their use on the road. About akg acoustics c451b the akg c 451 b uses an extremely light diaphragm, which is almost totally insensitive to handling noise. View and download akg c 451b specifications online.
The capsule used in the original c451eb was the well known ck1. Selfnoise is 15db spl ein, which is very respectable for a smalldiaphragm microphone, and the sensitivity is a healthy 16mvpa. The airy sound, high overload limit of the capsule and electronic circuitry, and improved engineering details of the c 451 b are a solid foundation for creating another legend. Akg c451 b microphone for drums, percussion, acoustic. The crack of the snare doesnt necessarily come from the close top mic. At 3031 cardioid and at 3032 omni by audiotechnica. On vintage acoustic guitar, this miccapsule combination can provide a great sound. Two of the most popular choices for recording acoustic guitar. Pigeons playing ping pong live at the madison theater on.
Its allmetal body offers excellent protection from rf interference. The roadworthy design around the handcrafted capsule and the lownoise preamp electronics ensure impressive results even under very harsh conditions. One new design criteria for the new c451 e is passing akg s dreaded drop test, which simulates a 6foot fall from drum overhead mic stands. The quailty is really good and even the switches seem to be well made. Instrument free delivery possible on eligible purchases. On drum overheads, you basically get the ok computer sound, bright cymbals and strong attack from the drums themselves which combines nicely with the close mics. Akg c451b condenser microphone the akg c451b condenser microphone is designed to deliver stunning sound quality with maximum accuracy. The akg k514 mkii naturalsound stereo headphones deliver exceptional audio quality at an affordable price. It was recorded with an akg c451b and a binaural pair of at4022, and youll find 6 different sound presets to easily integrate the tambourine in your mix. The akg k240 mkii professional studio headphones have an overear, semiopen design. The company was founded in 1947 and within months, the first akg microphones. A technique that has been used on countless rock records, the spaced pair setup featured 2 akg c414 xls large diaphragm condensers, which created a wide stereo image exhibiting a huge palette of sonic colors.
Fxpansion bfd vintage recording techniques bfd3 vstorrent. The mids could benefit from more detail, although i had to closely analyse the sound to pick it up. I have first used on a plate and then i recorded on minidisc routing, then pc, and now i record directly to pc with a usb sound card that can power the edirol phantom. Neumann kms84 akg c451 calrec cm1050 line audio cm3 sontronics stc1 rode nt5 for exact detalis, check out our blog at.
With the k550, akg is attempting to make a closedback headphone that sounds like an openback model. Akg k702 anniversary limited edition sound on sound. Akg this is very sensitive, i usually cut the bass on the microphone to avoid flooding. I will assess build, comfort, looks, sound, and features. Shop for the akg c 451 b reference smalldiaphragm condenser. This is a brand new akg c451 b reference smalldiaphragm condenser microphone. In fact, between the c451e and the neumann km84 small diaphragm condenser, the sound of acoustic guitar in popular recording was defined for two decades. Akg have recently reissued the muchlamented c451ebck1 condenser mic, but with a few improvements. Lately ive been going to the sennheiser e901 dropped inside the bass drum. Akg c451b stereo set the c451 b is a reference smalldiaphragm condenser microphone. Mar, 2015 snare sm57 vs akg d40 vs akg c451b vs akg c535eb duration.
Akg warrants the mic to the original owner for two years. Its ideal for capturing signals rich in transients such as drums, instruments with a percussive sound and acoustic guitar. In these hightech days, when new, highend personal electronics can be very costly, the akg k514 mkii delivers superb audio performance available at a surprisingly affordable price. Just got a pair of akg k240 studios, and im going to do an in depth look at them. Choose one of 10 premium cymbals, control the intensity of the cymbal roll with the mod wheel in real time. Fat at 200 hz, crack at 5 khz, sizzle at 10 or 12 khz. Akg acoustics c 451 b cardioid pencil condenser microphone.
Aug 22, 2017 im not personally a fan of the akg sound. Other features include an allmetal body for excellent protection from rf interference and high reliability for excellent results under almost all conditions. Shop premium microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, and other audio products at akg. The c 451 b is an excellent tool for accurately capturing signals rich in transients such as drums, instruments with a percussive sound, acoustic guitar, or for overhead miking. The k92s are equipped with 40 mm drivers that have a frequency response of 16hz to 22khz, which is better than one would expect in this price range. Compare prices and shop new and used akg c451 b microphones on reverb. For the ortf technique, 2 akg c451b mics were used.
Impressive sound pressure level capability of 155db spl allows closemiking of highenergy sound sources without distortion. The company was founded in 1947 and within months, the first akg microphones were being used in radio stations, theatres and jazzclubs. The roadworthy design around the handcrafted capsule and the lownoise preamp electronics ensure impressive results. The headphones are already expensive as it is and ive already maxed out my budget for headphones when i get this, so basically, no amp. A lot of mics cannot do this, it will just sound like a wet dog. Without the possibility of screwing on a 10db pad, akg. Overall opinion it is a good body, with a preamp built48v, i have two to ensure the stereo effect, with capacitors cardioid. Rudolf goerike and ernst pless, soon became one of the biggest players in the world of sound. The tiny c451 b by akg is a smalldiaphragm condenser mic that follows in the footsteps of its legendary predecessor, the c451 eb with the ck1 capsule. Guitar amp microphone test by studio le zebre duration. Nothing in a sdc pencil sounds as good as an older neumann km84. This gave a wide stereo image with excellent mono detail that is perfect for jazz tracks.
In fact i think its fair to say they probably felt this was the most important area to focus on. Akg acoustics c451b pencil small diaphragm condenser. Designed to replicate the ck1 transducer, one could be fooled into thinking that it could also be unscrewed. Snare sm57 vs akg d40 vs akg c451b vs akg c535eb duration. On acoustic guitar the sound is superb, particularly on picked parts more than strummed ones, a classic sound you might recognize. Their sleek, stylish design provides a natural fit that you can customize with the headphones selfadjusting headband. Some mics just do something to the sound that others do not, the 81s are forward and aggressive sounding on ag guitar and this really helps in a dense mix. The c 451 b is an excellent tool for accurately capturing signals rich in transients such as drums, overhead miking, or other instruments with a percussive sound. Organised in 9 subfolders, these oneshots include snares, toms and claps from vintage 80s drum machines as well as acoustic snare and acoustic crossstick samples. High quality plastic, a ring of metal around the outside of the driver cover, and more high quality. Today akg is synonymous with good sound, stands for passion in music providing the highest quality and ongoing innovation in the world of music.
Having a small mic like the 451 can certainly help reduce the problem. And the sound from the headphones leaks to the outside, which will bother anyone around you. As is the case with all tube condenser mics, i wouldnt recommend using this mic anywhere outside of the studio, meaning they arent designed for live sound. What these headphones lack in premium build quality akg quite clearly made up for with the sound. Practical recording techniques, fifth edition soundclass. The akg k240 mkii headphones sound clear and wellbalanced. To me, it sounds like the beater is smacking a sheet of plywood. Recording a passable acoustic guitar sound is fairly easy, but how do you get a. Any ohm variation would work i personally like the 250 version because its versatile and sounds good through most sources. That alone makes these mics worthy to have on hand imo. The high end sound capture of the microphone provides a very vibrant nuance when recording older guitars or guitars with slightly dead strings. Shop premium microphones, headphones, wireless audio systems, and other audio products at.
Pigeons playing ping pong live at the madison theater on 2020. I finally have conquered getting a decent acoustic guitar sound in my. In order to design the c451b, akg gathered what was believed to be twelve of the best ck1 capsules in the world. So lately ive come a cross a lot of drummers with the akg d112 mounted internally in their bass drum. Micshootout acoustic guitar small condensers youtube. Akg shop official akg store headphone with quality sound. Published plot for akg c451b as a class akg acoustics home. Usbc audio interface with apogees flagship conversion and. Akg microphone preamp corp using the phantom power 48v, two integrated switch settings. I think for the sound youre looking for, try to find a pair of dt880s. The original akg c 451c, created in 1969, was the companys first fet condenser, and was a very successful product due in part to the great sound of the cardioid ck1 capsule and the modular design of the microphone which included pads, gooseneck and swivel extensions, plus 10 other capsules covering every polar pattern. With the budget akg pro audio k92 closedback headphones for professional mixing and mastering, akg has made a solid attempt at sticking it to all the audiophile snobs out there, me included. Also, theres almost no isolation from outside sound any sound around you will come right through the drivers to your ears.
Acoustic guitars can open a wide path for sound manipulation and. Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience. Official akg store microphones, headphones, and more. These handselected collections of quality akg drum mics for touring, live and studio applications will perfectly capture every kick, snare, tom and cymbal with perfect clarity. Offering an impressive sound pressure level capability of 155db spl, it allows closemiking of highenergy sound sources without distortion. Akg c 451 b reference smalldiaphragm condenser microphone. C451b eb can save an acoustic guitar track when the player brings a mediocre guitar, it can recover the clarity on acoustic guitars that are muddynot very vibrant sounding. Established tour sound standard since the 1980s for excellent sound quality even under harsh onstage conditions. The akg solidtube is a large diaphragm tube based condenser microphone that is designed for use in the recording studio. The new c451b has a switchable 1020 db pad, bass roll off switch and fixed capsule to increase stability and reliability, whilst retaining identical acoustics of. Akg c451b this really is the gold standard of acoustic guitar recording.
C451beb can save an acoustic guitar track when the player brings a mediocre guitar, it can recover the clarity on acoustic guitars that are muddynot very vibrant sounding. Hi all, im planning on getting the akg k712 pro but im worried about it running without an amp. One of the alltime classic microphones gets a 21stcentury makeover. Ive always liked them for this over akg 451s, or even neumann 184s. The switches on the mic are a good addition, but i usually have mine at no cut 0 db and the low cut at 75hz. It works well on acoustic guitar, producing a rich, homogenous sound that balances warmth with detail, again without making the highs seem brittle or forced. Nevertheless, the c414 has undergone a number of evolutionary changes over its long lifetime, changing shape, adding and discarding transformers, and now, in its latest incarnation. In my ab tests, i found the c451 bs new transformerless output improved lf reproduction, especially at higher spls. To celebrate their 65th anniversary, akg have launched limitededition versions of two of their bestknown products. With its airy sound, high overload limit and improved engineering details, the c451 b continues the success story of this legend. Nevertheless, the c414 has undergone a number of evolutionary changes over its long lifetime, changing shape, adding and discarding transformers, and now, in its latest incarnation, sprouting leds. The c414 is probably the bestknown microphone that akg make, alongside the legendary c12. The new c451b is a reissue of the original model, faithfully copying the old design, but with a major difference. The akg k518 is one of my favorite headphones, theyre portable and although their small size they bring great sound quality in ratio to their price.