AK-47 MKII

Common name: Telefunken Elektroakustik AK-47 MKII

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The AK-47 MKII is a dual large diaphragm multi-pattern tube condenser microphone switchable between nine polar patterns from omnidirectional to bidirectional. The circuit designed by Oliver Archut is based around a Telefunken EF732 tube and a AMI/TAB Funkenwerk BV8 output transformer. This MKII version features upgraded ccircuit components, wider  circuit board traces, lower self-noise and better transient response. Includes shock-mount, power supply, microphone cable and wooden microphone box.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
100Hz - 18 kHz
Output Sensitivity
14 mV/Pa
Max SPL
132
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
10 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Tube Model
EF732
Tube Brand
Telefunken

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
7-pin
Connector notes
Available Colours
Hammered Grey.
Weight
765 g
Length
241 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
45 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
Shock-mount, power su.pply, microphone cable and wooden microphone box
Optional