AKG D 12 VR | B-Stock

The D12 VR is a reference large-diaphragm dynamic microphone with cardioid polar pattern. Designed specifically for kick-drum recording applications, the microphone has a thin diaphragm to enhance the low frequency performance. Its warm sound is realized by the original C414 transformer, especially impressive at high signal levels. The D12 VR features three active filter presets to match its sound shape with the kick drum’s character. When activated, the output level is automatically reduced by 10 dB. The filter settings can be controlled using a switch on the microphone body. Without phantom power, the microphone operates in passive mode and delivers the instruments pure sound.

General Specifications

• Polar PatternCardioid
• Audio frequency bandwidth17 - 17000 Hz
• Sensitivity1.2 mV/Pa
• Electrical impedance200 Ohms
• Recommended load impedance1000 Ohms
• Maximum SPL for 0.5% THD164dB SPL
• Dimensions
• Length101 mm
• Width66 mm
• Height125 mm
• Diameter66 mm
• Net Weight500 g

Design

• Body: metal
• Finish: galvanized nickel matte/black

Audio Output

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

Application

• Pro Studio: Yes
• Live Instrument: Yes

Instrument

• Drums / Percussion: Yes