C 28
Common name: AKG C 28
Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage
The C 28 is a classic axial condenser design dating from the 1950s. The preamplifier can be fitted with a CK 28A cardioid or less usually a CK 26A omni capsule. Slim VR29 and VR30 tubes allow the capsule to be extended 33 cm or 100 cm. The N 28A power supply is mains powered and can be mounted 20 m from the preamplifier (Mk 28 cable). Designed as a general-purpose studio microphone it was the mainstay of television and recording studios for many years. Frequency response shown is with CK 28 cardioid capsule.
Electrical Characteristics
Frequency Response
30Hz - 18 kHz
Output Sensitivity
4 mV/Pa
Max SPL
117.5
Max SPL, THD:
1
Self Noise (CCIR)
20 dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
dB-A
Output Impedance
-
Recommended Load
0.5kΩ
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
Plate 0.7 mA
Alternative Powering
Tube Model
6072A - 12AY7
Switchable Options
Pad
Filter/EQ
Physical Characteristics
Connector
5-pin
Connector notes
on PSU
Available Colours
Weight
200 g
Length
174 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
26 mm
Depth
Accessories
Included
Optional