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Are AKG microphones any good?
The AKG C214 is one of AKG’s best condenser microphones, offering a great balance between quality and cost. While not the most affordable mic on the market, for a studio microphone under $500, it’s really impressive. I’ve had the pleasure of using one of these on several occasions.
Does AKG Perception 200 need phantom power?
Conceptually, the Perception 200 reviewed here is a fairly conventional cardioid-pattern, large-diaphragm (one inch) true capacitor microphone, running from 48V phantom power. The Perception 200 also comes in a neat metal carry-case, complete with a heavy-duty spider-type shockmount.
What is the best quality condenser microphone?
Best Condenser Mics Over $1000
- Audio-Technica AT4040.
- Rode NT1.
- Blue Spark SL.
- Audio-Technica AT2035.
- Blue Yeti.
- Audio-Technica AT2020.
- MXL 770.
- Samson Go Mic. Not exactly designed for any serious recording, but the Samson Go Mic is perfect to throw in your bag to upgrade your laptop’s built-in microphone on the road.
What are the disadvantages of a condenser microphone?
Key disadvantages of a condenser microphone:
- There is a limit to the maximum signal level the electronics can handle.
- They are more complex than dynamic microphones and tend to be more adversely affected by extremes of temperature and humidity.
- Cheaper models can produce a small amount of noise from the electronics.
Is condenser better than dynamic?
In general, condenser microphones exhibit a higher sensitivity than dynamic microphones. In other words, if the microphone has to handle very high sound pressure levels (SPL), it is best to select a unit with a low sensitivity – whether it is a condenser or a dynamic microphone.
Which mic is better condenser or dynamic?
The difference between a dynamic and a condenser microphone is a dynamic microphone is better for capturing loud, strong sounds (drums or loud vocals), particularly in a live setting, whereas a condenser microphone is used to capture more delicate sounds and higher frequencies (studio vocals for example), particularly …
Does AKG P420 require phantom power?
Requires +48V phantom power.