AKG 2581X00140 - DRUMSET PREMIUM incl. 1x D12VR, 2x C214, 1x C451, 4x D40

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Description

The AKG Drum Set Premium provides eight hand-selected reference microphones designed specifically for miking drums in touring, live stage, and studio recording applications. With a matched pair of large-diaphragm condensers for overheads, a small-diaphragm condenser for the hi-hat, a large-diaphragm dynamic for the kick, and four compact dynamic mics for the snare and toms, the Drum Set Premium is perfect for capturing a full 5-piece drum kit. It also includes the necessary shockmounts, stand adapter, and mic holders, plus an aluminum carry case for safe storage and convenient transport.

Eight Hand-Selected Microphones

Hand-selected AKG microphones for high-quality drum miking in touring, live stage, and studio recording applications

C214 matched pair of large-diaphragm condenser microphones for overheads
C451 B small-diaphragm condenser microphone for hi-hat
D12 VR large-diaphragm dynamic microphone for bass drum
Four D40 dynamic instrument microphones for snare and toms
Includes shockmounts for C214s, stand adapter for C451 B, and mic holders for D40 mics
Includes heavy-duty metal case for safe storage and transport

C214 Overhead Microphones

1" large-diaphragm condenser capsule with edge-terminated back-plate technology
Cardioid polar pattern
143 dB dynamic range
Up to 156 dB maximum SPL
Switchable -20 dB pad and 160 Hz low-cut filter
Integrated capsule suspension to reduce mechanical noise
Rugged double-mesh grille for RF immunity and unaffected acoustics
All-metal diecast body with shock- and scratch-resistant finish
Designed, engineered and built in Vienna, Austria

C451 B Hi-Hat Microphone

Handcrafted fixed small-diaphragm capsule
Cardioid polar pattern
Low-noise preamp electronics
Sound pressure level capability of 155 dB SPL with 117 dB dynamic range
Transformerless output stage for low distortion and flat frequency response
Switchable pre-attenuation pad (-10 or -20 dB)
Switchable bass-cut filter to reduce wind noise and proximity effect (75/150 Hz)
All-metal body provides efficient protection from RF interference
Rugged construction

D12 VR Kick Microphone

Dynamic capsule with thin diaphragm to enhance low-frequency performance
Active mode with three filters and passive mode with its own tonal characteristics, yielding four different sound shapes
Original C414 transformer for warm sound characteristics
Directional cardioid polar pattern

D40 Tom Microphones

Dynamic capsule with patented AKG Varimotion diaphragm enhances audio quality
Cardioid polar pattern
Compact size
Handles SPLs up to 156 dB
All-metal construction and steel-mesh grille

Overhead Microphones

Model	C214 Matched Pair
Type	Condenser
Capsule	1" / 2.5 cm
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Orientation	Side Address
Circuitry	Solid-State
Pad	-20 dB
High-Pass Filter	6 dB/Octave at 160 Hz
Frequency Range	20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL	136 / 156 dB SPL (0 / -20 dB Pad)
Impedance	200 Ohms
Recommended Load Impedance	2000 Ohms
Sensitivity	-34 dBV (20 mV/Pa)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	81 dBA
Dynamic Range	123 / 143 dBA (0 /-20 dB Pad)
Equivalent Noise Level	13 dBA
Output Connector	1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (Balanced)
Power Requirement	9 to 52 VDC Phantom Power
Current Consumption	2 mA
Dimensions	6.3 x 2.2" / 16.0 x 5.5 cm
Weight	9.9 oz / 280 g

Hi-Hat Microphone

Model	C451 B
Type	Condenser
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Orientation	End Address
Circuitry	Solid-State
Pad	-10 / -20 dB
High-Pass Filter	12 dB/Octave at 75 / 150 Hz
Frequency Range	20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL	135 / 145 / 155 dB (0 / -10 / -20 dB Pad)
Impedance	200 Ohms
Recommended Load Impedance	1000 Ohms
Sensitivity	-40.9 dBV (9 mV/Pa)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	76 dBA
Equivalent Noise Level	18 dBA
Output Connector	1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (Balanced)
Power Requirement	9 to 52 VDC Phantom Power
Current Consumption	2 mA
Dimensions (H x Diam.)	6.3 x 0.7" / 16.0 x 1.9 cm
Weight	4.4 oz / 125 g

Kick Drum Microphone

Model	D12 VR
Type	Dynamic
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Orientation	Side Address
Circuitry	Solid-State
Pad	None
Filters	3 x Active Filters
Frequency Range	17 Hz to 17 kHz
Maximum SPL	164 dB SPL for 0.5% THD
Impedance	200 Ohms
Recommended Load Impedance	1000 Ohms
Sensitivity	-58.4 dBV (1.2 mV/Pa)
Output Connector	1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (Balanced)
Power Requirement	Passive Mode: None Active Mode: 48 VDC Phantom Power
Dimensions	4.0 x 2.6 x 4.9" / 10.1 x 6.6 x 12.5 cm
Weight	1.1 lb / 0.5 kg

Snare and Tom Microphones

Model	D40
Type	Dynamic
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Orientation	End Address
Circuitry	Solid-State
Pad	None
High-Pass Filter	None
Frequency Range	50 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL	147 dB SPL for 3% THD 156 dB SPL for 1% THD
Impedance	≥600 Ohms
Recommended Load Impedance	≥2000 Ohms
Sensitivity	-52 dBV (2.5 mV/Pa)
Equivalent Noise Level	18 dBA
Output Connector	1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (Balanced)
Power Requirement	None
Dimensions	4.1 x 3.1 x 1.7" / 10.4 x 7.9 x 4.4 cm (L x H x Diameter)
Weight	8.6 oz / 245 g

Delivery & Returns

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