AKG C 520 L Headworn Condenser Microphone

The AKG C520L is a head-worn condenser microphone with maximum dynamic range for perfect vocal sound.

The AKG C520L can be used with the B 29 L battery power supply, AKG WMS Series bodypack transmitters, or the MPA V L adapter for external phantom powering.

The AKG C520L is an ideal choice for frontmen, singing keyboardists, drummers, guitarists, and dancers. The microphone arm mounts either on the left or right side of the headband as desired. Its cardioid polar pattern effectively rejects unwanted ambient noise. The C 520 provides the perfect solution for any performer needing a handsfree microphone.

A transducer shock mount reduces handling noise to a minimum. The moisture shield prevents perspiration from penetrating into the transducer element, ensuring a high degree of humidity protection for the microphone.

AKG C520L main features include:

• Head-worn microphone with continuously adjustable behind-the-neck headband
• External shock mount for high mechanical-noise rejection
• Miniature gooseneck for precise positioning near the user's mouth
• Microphone arm provides choice of left or right-hand use
• Polar pattern: cardioid
• Frequency range: 60 Hz to 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 5 mV/Pa (-46 dBV)
• Max. SPL: 130 dB/132 dB (for THD = 1 %/3 %)
• Equivalent noise level: 31 dB-A
• Impedance: = 2000 ohms
• Connector:3-pin mini XLR
• Cable: C 520 L: 1.5 m (5 ft.)
• Finish: matte black
• Dimensions: length: 195 mm (7.7 in.) (microphone only); max. diameter: 134 mm (5.3 in.)
• Net weight: 26 g (0.9 oz.)

ansducer Type
Electret condenser

Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional

Frequency Response
20 to 20,000 Hz

Output Impedance
N / A

Sensitivity (open circuit voltage, @ 1 kHz, typical)
-41 dBV/Pa (9 mV)

Maximum SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD)
2500 Ω load: 107 dB SPL
1000 Ω load: 107 dB SPL

Signal-To-Noise Ratio
60 dB

Dynamic Range @ 1 kHz
2500 Ω load: 73 dB
1000 Ω load: 73 dB

Self-Noise (equivalent SPL, A-weighted, typical)
34 dB

Operating Temperature Range
-18°C (0°F) to 57°C (135°F)

Polarity
Positive pressure on diaphragm produces negative voltage on pin 3 with respect to pin 1

Power Requirements
+5 V DC (130 μA minimum)

Weight
19.76 g

High-quality permanently polarized condenser headmic with omni-directional pick-up pattern

• Excellent feedback rejection
• Microphone includes a detachable cap as integral wind/popshield
• Individually adjustable to all head sizes
• Neckband design keeps the microphone clear from shirt-collar or clothing
• Twist-proof microphone boom (Ø 2.0 mm), can be attached to the left or right side
• Microphone boom is adjustable in length and angle
• Flexible gooseneck section
• Connection cable can easily be interchanged
• All metal parts coated in a physical vapour deposition process
• Can also be used with the omni-directional HSP 2 boom microphone

• Boom microphone
• Neckband
• Connection cable
• Plastic transport case, foam-lined with cut-outs
• Operating instructions

• Pick-up pattern  cardioid
• Frequency response  40...20 000 Hz
• Nominal impedance  (@ 1 kHz) 1000 Ohm
• Min. terminating impedance  4700 Ohm
• Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz)  4 mV/Pa
• Maximum sound pressure level (passiv)  150 dB
• Equivalent noise level  37 dB(A)
• Current consumption  ca. 250 µA
• Operating voltage (stand alone)  4,5-15 V
• Cable length  1,6 m
• Diameter  microphone head 8,4 mm
• Diameter  boomarm 2,4 mm
• Weight  9,2 g (without cable)

Features:

* Head-worn microphone with continuously adjustable behind-the-neck headband
* External shock mount for high mechanical-noise rejection
* Miniature gooseneck for precise positioning near the user's mouth
* Microphone arm provides choice of left or right-hand use

Specifications:

* Polar pattern: cardioid
* Frequency range: 60 Hz to 20 kHz
* Sensitivity: 5 mV/Pa (-46 dBV)
* Max. SPL: 130 dB/132 dB (for THD = 1 %/3 %)
* Equivalent noise level: 31 dB-A
* Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted): 63 dB
* Impedance: = 2000 ohms
* Power requirement: 9 to 52 V phantom power to DIN 45596 or battery powering from B 29 L, or AKG bodypack transmitter
* Connector: C 520: 3-pin male XLR; C 520 L: 3-pin mini XLR
* Cable: C 520: 3 m (10 ft.); C 520 L: 1.5 m (5 ft.)
* Finish: matte black
* Dimensions: length: 195 mm (7.7 in.) (microphone only); max. diameter: 134 mm (5.3 in.)
* Net weight: 26 g (0.9 oz.)
* Shipping weight: C 520: 380 g (13.4 oz.); C 520 L: 260 g (9.2 oz.)