D 12E
Common name: AKG D 12E
Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage
The D 12E is a heavy and robust dynamic microphone introduced in 1953 and widely used in music and TV studios. Resonance (a so-called bass chamber) was used to extend the bass response with a slight lift between 60 and 120Hz. The large diaphragm was shocked mounted internally and there was a hum compensation winding. These factors made the microphone popular for bass instruments. The design proved to be the basis for several other classic AKG micriphones including the D 25.
Electrical Characteristics
Frequency Response
40Hz - 15 kHz
Output Sensitivity
2.2 mV/Pa
Max SPL
128
Max SPL, THD:
0.5
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
dB-A
Output Impedance
600Ω
Recommended Load
600kΩ
Powering
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Switchable Options
Pad
Filter/EQ
Physical Characteristics
Connector
XLR-3M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Weight
580 g
Length
140 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
76 mm
Depth
55mm
Accessories
Included
Optional