AKG C104 Professional Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

The AKG C104 is a professional large diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone designed for studio recording applications. Part of AKG's C-Series range, it suits vocalists, instrumentalists, and recording engineers seeking a reliable large diaphragm condenser with the heritage and engineering associated with the AKG name. The C104 is suited to home studios and professional recording environments alike.

The C104 features a large diaphragm transducer with a cardioid polar pattern, providing focused sound capture from the front while rejecting off-axis noise and room reflections. As a condenser microphone, it delivers the sensitivity and detail characteristic of the condenser design, making it well suited to capturing vocals, acoustic instruments, and other sources where transient detail and frequency accuracy are important.

Specifications:

GENERAL
Capsule Type
22mm Electret Condenser Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Sensitivity
13.5mV/Pa (-37.5 dBV)
Frequency Response
20Hz – 20kHz
Electrical Impedance
≤200 ohms
Recommended load impedance
≥1000 ohms
Self-Noise Level
14dB(A) SPL
Signal to Noise
80dB re 1 Pa
Max SPL for 0.5% THD
143dB SPL
Temperature Range
-5 to 50 °C (23 to 122 °F)
Phantom Powering
48V +/-4V to IEC 61938
Current Consumption
≤5 mA
Connector
3-pin XLR (pin 2 hot)

DIMENSIONS
Length
158mm
Width
47mm
Height
35mm
Net weight
375g

WHAT'S IN THE BOX
1 x C104 Condenser Microphone
1 x H81 Screw-on microphone stand mount

*Specifications subject to change without notice.