AKG Acoustics C 5900M - Manual

C 5900 M
EMOTION | TriPOWER Condenser Microphone
Description
The AKG Model C 5900 M is a rugged, premium-
quality supercardioid condenser microphone intended
for on-stage vocal and instrument pickup. Its
supercardioid pickup pattern is uniform with frequency
and its response has been specially-tailored at mid and
high frequencies to deliver excellent on-stage vocal
applications. A switchable 6 dB sensitivity boost and
12 dB-per-octave bass cut below 100 Hz. provides
flexibility in dealing with various input sensitivities and
proximity effect. The C 5900
M 's condenser capsule is
shock mounted with a unique rubber spider suspension
and is protected by a dent-resistant, easily-removable
wire mesh grille. The grille also has an internal pop filter
to minimize plosives and wind noise. The smooth
triangular shape of the microphone handle and its soft-
touch finish makes it easy to hold. The lightweight body
is die-cast zinc alloy and has a dark matte black finish
for minimum reflection and glare. The C 5900
M can be
powered by phantom power from 9 - 52 volts or with
the optional AKG B 15 battery adaptor.
Features
• Broad high frequency rise (4 dB)
delivers added presence and detail
• Supercardioid pickup pattern for
excellent rejection of feedback
• Switchable low-frequency cut
• Internal elastic suspension for
reduced handling noise
• Lightweight die-cast metal body
with soft-touch dark matte finish
• Dent-resistant grille assembly with
integral foam pop filter
• Universal phantom powering
• Shipped in metal hard-shell road
case with SA-61 unbreakable stand
adaptor
Specifications
Transducer type: Prepolarized backplate condenser
Frequency response: 20 - 20 kHz
Polar pattern: Supercardioid
Power requirements: 9 - 52 Vdc
Impedance: 200 ohms
Recommended load impedance: >2000 ohms
Output connector: XLR-M
Sensitivity: 6 mV/Pa; -44 dB (re 1 V/Pa)
Switchable bass roll-off: 6 dB/octave
Switchable bass cut: 12 dB/octave
Sound pressure level for 1% (3%) THD:
139 dB SPL (142 dB SPL)
Environmental operation:
Temperature: -10°C to +65°C
Maximum relative humidity at +20°C: 90%
Size: Maximum diameter: 2.1 in. (53 mm)
7.4 in. length (187.5 mm)
Net weight: 10.2 oz. (290 g)
Shipping weight: 2.2 lb. (970 g)
Accessories included: SA 61 stand adapter, hard-shell case
Optional accessories: W 23 foam windscreen
B15 battery adaptor