AKG C1000 S High-Performance Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
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AKG C1000 S High-Performance Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
The AKG C1000 S is a compact condenser microphone engineered for precision instrument recording and vocal tracking. Its small-diaphragm design and 32-gram weight integrate seamlessly into tight studio setups, while switchable polar patterns and onboard tone controls deliver the flexibility needed for diverse session work. This is a transparent, detail-capturing small-diaphragm condenser built for home studio owners and producers seeking professional-grade tracking performance without compromise.
Design & Build Quality
The microphone features a metal body finished in matte grayish blue with a gold-sputtered capsule housing that resists oxidation and maintains signal integrity over time. Dual power options—9 to 52 V phantom power or two standard AA batteries (up to 120 hours operation)—ensure reliable performance in the studio or on location.
Recording Characteristics
The small-diameter electret condenser capsule delivers a frequency response from 50 Hz to 20 kHz with a self-noise floor of just 21 dB-A and a signal-to-noise ratio of 73 dB-A, capturing instrument and vocal detail with minimal noise floor. A maximum SPL of 137 dB (1% THD) accommodates loud sources and transient-rich material, while the switchable -10 dB pad and bass-cut switch provide real-time control for tracking flexibility and mix-ready captures.
Key Features
- Switchable polar pattern: cardioid to hyper-cardioid
- Frequency response: 50 Hz to 20 kHz
- Self-noise: 21 dB-A
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 73 dB-A
- Sensitivity: 6 mV/Pa
- Maximum SPL: 137 dB (1% THD)
- Balanced Male XLR output with 200 Ω impedance
- Phantom power: 9 to 52 V, or AA battery operation
- Switchable -10 dB pad and bass-cut switch
- Three selectable frequency settings
- Compact dimensions: 229 mm length, 34 mm diameter
- Net weight: 32 grams
The C1000 S combines transparent audio capture, rugged construction, and hands-on control into a compact format that performs reliably across studio tracking, overdubs, and detailed instrument recording applications.
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At a Glance
The AKG C1000 S delivers transparent, low-noise condenser performance in a compact, hand-held format ideal for multi-purpose studio and location recording of instruments and vocals. Its switchable cardioid-to-hypercardioid patterns, -10 dB pad, and bass-cut switch give you real-time mixing flexibility and headroom control, while 21 dB-A self-noise and 73 dB-A SNR ensure clean, detailed captures without coloration. Choose it as a versatile workhorse for home and professional recording sessions where portability, switching capabilities, and transparent response matter most.
Frequently Asked Questions
What polar patterns does the C1000 S offer?
The microphone features a switchable polar pattern that ranges from cardioid to hyper-cardioid, giving you control over rejection characteristics and on-axis pickup for different recording environments and source distances.
Can I use this microphone on batteries, or do I need phantom power?
The C1000 S supports both: phantom power (9 to 52 V) or two standard AA batteries for up to 120 hours of operation, making it flexible for studio sessions and remote recording without AC power.
What is the self-noise rating, and is it suitable for quiet recording?
The self-noise floor is 21 dB-A with a 73 dB-A signal-to-noise ratio, which is clean enough for detailed instrument and vocal recording in controlled studio environments and quiet locations.
Does the C1000 S handle loud sound sources?
Yes; it has a maximum SPL of 137 dB (1% THD) and includes a switchable -10 dB pad, allowing it to capture loud instruments and vocals without distortion or clipping.
What onboard controls does the microphone have?
The C1000 S includes a switchable -10 dB pad for headroom, a bass-cut switch, three selectable frequency settings, and switchable polar patterns for real-time tone and pickup adjustment.
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