AKG C104

AKG C104｜Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Born for Modern Creators, a Professional Condenser Microphone for Capturing Pristine Sound Quality

The AKG C104 is a professional-grade large-diaphragm condenser microphone launched by AKG, featuring a 22mm electret condenser capsule, a wide frequency response of 20Hz – 20kHz, and a maximum SPL of up to 143dB. Designed specifically for today's content creators, musicians, and podcasters, the C104 captures every subtle detail of sound with its signature detailed performance, whether for vocal recording, instrument miking, or ambient sound, injecting professional-grade clarity and depth into your work.

Compared to traditional entry-level recording microphones, the AKG C104 achieves an ultra-low self-noise of just 14dB(A) and a wide dynamic range through its optimized transformerless FET circuit, ensuring pristine audio at any volume. This product, born for podcast microphones and home recording applications, transforms AKG's decades of acoustic engineering expertise into an easy-to-operate and sonically superior recording tool, making your creative workflow smoother.

AKG C104 Core Technologies and Features

• Professional Sound Quality: Wide dynamic range and ultra-low noise performance ensure exquisite audio clarity and detailed definition, perfectly capturing everything from delicate vocals to dynamically intense instruments.
• Precise Cardioid Pickup: Equipped with a precise 22mm cardioid capsule, it effectively focuses on the sound source directly in front, while suppressing ambient noise and room reflections from the sides and rear, making vocals and instrument subjects stand out more.
• Simplified Workflow: User-friendly design makes setup and use extremely simple. Just connect via a standard XLR cable to an audio interface or mixer with 48V phantom power to immediately start recording high-quality audio.
• High SPL Handling: Can withstand sound pressure levels up to 143dB SPL, allowing it to avoid unnecessary distortion even when facing loud sound sources like guitar amplifiers, drum kits, or brass instruments, ensuring pure recordings.
• Optimized Electronic Circuitry: Features an optimized transformerless FET (Field-Effect Transistor) circuit design, providing extremely low self-noise (14dB(A)) and a high signal-to-noise ratio of up to 80dB, preserving maximum dynamic headroom for post-production.
• Sustainable Design Philosophy: In response to environmental concerns, the C104's microphone body is made from 100% recycled PIR metals and alloys, and its packaging and accessories are carefully designed to minimize environmental impact.

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