AKG C 12 VR Tube Microphone at a Glance:Recreation of a legendary tube mic with improved performanceCombination of diaphragm and tube deliver remarkable soundFilters, pads and sensitivity adjustments let you tailor the mic to your needsThe C 12 legend, now improved!AKG's C 12 VR is similar to the original C 12, from the capsule sound to the original 6072A vacuum tube. The only difference is that its self noise and distortion specs were optimized to meet the current state of the art. The C 12 VR version is even more rugged, less susceptible to hum interference, and provides exceptionally low self noise. You'll be impressed by its remarkable performance!A sound beyond words!The return of the 1-inch dual-diaphragm capsule and the original 6072A vacuum tube give the C 12 VR the same sound characteristics of warmth, clarity, and presence that had made the C 12 world famous. Forget your EQ - the C 12 VR provides a perfect sound with no external processing. From omni to cardioid to figure-eight, no less than nine polar patterns are selectable on the remote control.Rolloff, pad and sensitivity, all adjustableWith two remotely controllable bass rolloff filters, switchable preattenuation pad, and selectable 10dB increase in nominal sensitivity, the C 12 VR will meet the most diverse challenges. The output transformer uses a special winding to minimize low-frequency distortion, and internal shock mounts effectively reduce handling noise.AKG C 12 VR Tube Microphone Features:Classic 1-inch condenser tube performance of the original AKG C 12Dual diaphragm, 1" diameter gold sputtered mylar foilMultiple patterns remotely controlled with silent switchingPolar patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid, and figure-8, with 6 intermediate patterns (silent switching)Uses the original 6072 vacuum tubeUses the original 1950's dual diaphragm design for sound that has the same warmth, clarity and presence of the originalInternal microphone switching for pre-attenuation of -10, -20dB and boost of +10dB to accommodate all studio requirements.External (in control unit) two-position bass cut/roll-offFrequency response 30Hz - 20kHz (+/-2.5dB from published curves)Impedance: 200 ohms (+/-25%) Recommended load impedance: 1000 ohms or greaterOutput connector (from control unit): XLR (pin 2 positive)Output connector (from microphone): Tuchel 12-pinSensitivity at 1kHz: 10 mV/Pa for all patterns; -40dB (dB re 1 V/Pa)Equivalent noise level (A-weighted): 22dB (DIN 45412)Sound pressure level for 3% THD: 128dB (equivalent to 50 Pa)Pre-attenuation: -10 and -20dB (at microphone)Sensitivity increase: 10dB (at microphone)Low frequency roll-off/bass cut: two-position (at control unit)Power requirement: 115/230 Vac MicrophoneAluminum flight case, N 12 VR remote power supply, H 15/T elastic suspension, MK 12V R 30-foot connecting cable and W 42 foam windscreen included