AKG Acoustics C 430 User Manual

C 430

MicroMic Series III Instrument Condenser Microphone

Description

The C 430 is the latest addition to the MicroMic Series III.
Its small size, high SPL handling and frequency shaping
make it ideal for on-stage or in-studio instrument and
percussion micing applications. Its uniform cardioid polar
pattern means that the mic “hears” more evenly from the
sides. This is the best choice for instruments that radiate
sound from many directions like acoustic guitar, piano,
saxophone and percussion instruments. This is also a good
trait for better gain before feedback when used on stage.

Features

• Small diameter, light-weight, short
body condenser cardioid
microphone

• Response optimized for close-in
instrument and percussion
applications

• Transformerless output for ultra low
LF distortion

• Universal phantom powering

• Suited well for percussion overhead
micing applications

• Battery powering possible with
optional B 15 power supply

Specifications

Transducer type: Prepolarized condenser

Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz

Sensitivity at 1 kHz: 7 mV/Pa (-43 dBV)

Polar pattern: Cardioid

Impedance: 200 ohms

Recommended loading: >2000 ohms

Sound pressure level for 1%/3% THD: 126/130 dB SPL

Power requirement: Phantom powering, 9 to 52 Vdc

Output connector: 3-pin XLR-M

Finish: Matte black

Size: 0.75 inches diameter (19 mm);

3.1 inches length (79 mm)

Net weight: 1.1 ounces (31 g)

Included accessories: SA40 Stand adapter

Optional accessories: B 15 in-line phantom power supply

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Limited Warranty

Valid only in the United States. AKG Acoustics warrants AKG products against defects in material
or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of original purchase for use, and agrees to
repair or, at our option, replace any defective unit without charge for either parts or labor. Important:
This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable
care, the affixing of any attachment not provided with the product, loss of parts or connecting the
product to any but the specified receptacles. This warranty is void unless service or repairs are
performed by an authorized service center. No responsibility is assumed for any special, incidental

or consequential damages. However, the limitation of any right or remedy shall not be effective
where such is prohibited or restricted by law. Simply take or ship your AKG product prepaid to our
service department. Be sure to include your sales slip as proof of purchase date. (We will not repair
transit damage under the no-charge terms of this warranty.) Note: No other warranty, written or oral
is authorized by AKG Acoustics, Inc. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above exclusions and limitation may not apply to you.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

AKG Acoustics GmbH

Lemböckgasse 21–25, P.O.B. 158, A-1230
Vienna/AUSTRIA
Tel: [phone]*, Fax: [phone]
Internet: http://www.akg.com

AKG Acoustics; A Division of Harman Pro Germany
Bodenseestraße 228, D-81243 München/GERMANY
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AKG ACOUSTICS, U.S.

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Nashville, TN 37217, U.S.A.
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Studer Japan Ltd.

2-43-7, Uehara, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0064/JAPAN
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Erikson Pro Audio

620 McCaffrey, St-Laurent, Quebec, H4T 1N1, CANADA
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Internet: www.jam-ind.com/eriksonpro

AKG is constantly improving and modifying its products, therefore, specifications are subject to change without notice.

The microphone shall have a cardioid pattern. The microphone’s
sensitivity shall be no less than 7 mV/Pa. At an operating level of
126 dB SPL the microphone’s total harmonic distortion shall be no
greater than 1%, and at an operating level of 130 dB SPL the
microphones total harmonic distortion shall be no greater than 3%.
The microphone shall operate with phantom power over the range

from 9 Vdc to 52 Vdc. The diameter of the microphone shall be no
greater than 0.75 inches (19 mm) and the body length shall be no
longer than 3.1 inches (79 mm). The net weight of the microphone
shall be no greater than 1.1 ounces (31 g). The microphone shall
be the AKG Acoustics Model C 430.

Graphical Data

Architects and Engineers Specifications

DS-C 430

3.1”

(79 mm)

.75”

(19 mm)