AKG Acoustics D 880MS - Manual

D 880 M / D 880 M S
EMOTION | TriPOWER Series Dynamic Microphone
Description
The AKG Model D 880 M is a rugged dynamic supercardioid
microphone intended for on-stage vocal pickup. Its
supercardioid pattern is uniform with frequency, and its
response has been boosted at mid and high frequencies for
enhanced on-stage vocal applications. The microphone has a
heavy duty, dent-resistant spring steel windscreen with an
integral pop filter for effective suppression of breath noise. The
inner pop filter can be removed for cleaning or for replacement.
The microphone incorporates important AKG developments:
VariMotion System™ in which the diaphragm thickness varies
from 20 microns at the edge to 40 microns at the center. This
distribution of mass produces extended bass response, virtually
eliminating the need for a tuning resonator. The Doubleflex™
mounting system used with the capsule assembly places the
primary resonance of the moving system well below the audible
range, resulting in excellent isolation of handling and cable
induced noises.
The D 880 M features a modular output system, which allows the
microphone to be used with a standard non-switched or with a
silent on-off switch with 3-pin XLR-type output or with the TM
40 module to create a wireless microphone compatible with the
AKG WMS 40 series receivers.
The D 880 M ’s light-weight body is die cast zinc alloy and has a
black matte soft-touch paint finish for minimum reflection and
glare. In addition, the XLR plug-in module is easily removable
and may be replaced by the optional, TM40 module for
conversion to wireless use. The D880
M S provides the added
feature of an on/off switch.
Features
• Response-tailored for on-stage
vocal performance
• Frequency-independent
supercardioid pattern for added
immunity to feedback
• Very low handling noise through
use of AKG’s Doubleflex™ anti-
vibration shock isolation system
• High sensitivity (2.5 mV/Pa)
resulting from use of high-energy
neodymium-iron-boron magnet
• Interchangeable “M” connector
module for switched (D 880 M S) or
wireless operation
• Light-weight die cast metal body
with dark matte finish
• Spring-steel dent resistant
windscreen
Specifications
Transducer type: Dynamic pressure gradient
Frequency response: 60 - 20 kHz (20 - 20 kHz @ 1 cm)
Polar pattern: Supercardioid
Impedance: <600 ohms
Recommended
load impedance: >2000 ohms
Output connector: XLR-M
Sensitivity: 2.2 mV/Pa: -53 dB (re 1 V/Pa)
Sound pressure level for 1% (3%) THD:
147 dB SPL (156 dB SPL)
Size: Maximum diameter: 2 in. (50 mm)
7.13 in. length (181 mm)
Net weight: 10.4 oz. (295 g)
Shipping weight: 1.4 lbs. (650 g)
Accessories included: SA 61 Stand adapter
mic bag
Optional accessories: SA 26, ST 305 Table stand
W 23 Foam windscreen
TM40 UHF transmitter module,
AKG WMS 40 Series wireless receivers