Product Comparison: AKG C5 vs AKG D5


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AKG C5 Handheld Condenser Microphone
AKG D5 Dynamic Handheld Vocal Microphone
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General Specifications
Brand
AKG
AKG
Model
C5
D5
Origin
Austria
Austria
About the Product
With the C5 professional condenser vocal microphone, your voice will cut through the loudest mix - on any stage. Its cardioid polar pattern ensures maximum gain before feedback and has been optimized for use with in-ear monitor systems.
The D5 dynamic microphone delivers a powerful sound even on the noisiest stage. AKG made the first microphone diaphragm ever whose thickness varies across its diameter.
Key Specs
Microphone Type
Condenser
Dynamic
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Supercardioid
Minimum Frequency Response
65 Hz
70 Hz
Maximum Frequency Response
20 kHz
20 kHz
What customers say about "Key Specs"
AKG C5 Handheld Condenser Microphone
  • It is very good for any voice recording.
  • Great sound, brilliant and high output.
  • Awesome microphone and a good value.
  • It made my voice sound warmer, more rounded!
  • The quality of the sound is superb.
AKG D5 Dynamic Handheld Vocal Microphone
  • It's no lightweight extremely rugged and well built.
  • This microphone is excellent, it has crystal clear sound quality and the frequency response in my opinion is way better than the most popular mic, the Shure SM58.
  • Very pleased with this microphone, very clear, works well with my mixer.
  • A really good mic in all respects. Feedback resistance is excellent.
  • Great mic for the price, really good quality and nice sound.
Size & Weight
Height
7.28 in.
7.28 in.
Width
2 in.
2 in.
Depth
2 in.
2 in.
Weight
0.76 lbs.
0.7 lbs.
Features
Equivalent Noise Level
25 dBA
18 dBA
Maximum SPL
145 dB SPL
156 dB SPL
Output Impedance
200 Ω
600 Ω
Microphone Sensitivity
-48.0dB
-52.0dB
Interface
XLR
XLR
Power Options
+48V Phantom power required from mixer or inteface
Extras
Robust metal construction, Ideal For Live Vocal Performances, Attachable Presence Boost Adapter, 24-carat gold-plated transducer case
Robust metal construction, Built In Pop Filter, Dual Shock Mount
What customers say about "Features"
AKG C5 Handheld Condenser Microphone
  • High end product - great sound and improved volume output.
  • A fantastic microphone with a brilliant warm clear sound.
  • It is a microphone that collects the voice with great clarity.
  • Great microphone. Solid build.
  • Beautiful looking, very solid, sound great.
AKG D5 Dynamic Handheld Vocal Microphone
  • The mic is very clear without being cold or harsh.
  • The build quality is good, it feels rugged.
  • This is a very well constructed mic.
  • Very well built, robust microphone that equals anything I've used before.
  • The quality of the sound is superb.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
EEC, CE
EEC, CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
Download
Download
MSRP
189.00 $
105.00 $

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