AKG Acoustics D 58E User Manual

D 58 E/D 58 E Black

Noise Cancelling Dynamic Microphone

Description

This noise cancelling microphone is a gradient model
which has its diaphragm assembly tuned to a mid-range
frequency. As such, the D 58 E will give fairly flat response to
near sources (due to proximity effect rise at low frequencies)
while exhibiting a strong mid frequency and bass roll-off for
sounds arriving from a distance. It is necessary that the
microphone be addressed at distances no greater than about
2 inches (5 cm) for the speaker’s voice to be clear and
natural. The microphone is quite small and can thus be used
at very short working distances without disturbing the user.

In addition, the close-in response of the microphone
exhibits a broad rise in the mid-range between 1 and 5 kHz
in order to improve speech intelligibility when the microphone
is used in noisy environments. The D 58 E is rugged,
lightweight, and operates well over a wide range of both
temperature and humidity.

The Model D 58 E Black is the same as the D 58 E except
for a black finish.

Features

• High rejection of distant sound
sources

• Hypercardioid pattern for pickup of
near sources within 2” (5 cm)

• Unusually compact and lightweight

Specifications

Transducer type: Dynamic pressure gradient

Frequency response 70 Hz to 10 kHz, ± 3 dB

Polar pattern: Hypercardioid

Impedance at 1 kHz: 240 ohms

Recommended load impedance: Greater than 500 ohms

Sensitivity: 0.72 mV/Pa; -63 dB (re 1 V)

Sound pressure level for 1% THD: 130 dB (50 Pa)

Hum sensitivity: -131 dBm (1 mG field)

Environmental operating range:

Temperature: 14° F to 140° F (-10°C to + 60°C)
Maximum relative humidity: 90%

Size: 0.8” (20 mm) diameter

1.6” (42 mm) length

Materials: Case: nickel-plated bronze;

Sound Entry: sintered bronze screen
and wire mesh grille

Net weight: 1.4 oz. (40 g)

Shipping weight: 5.3 oz. (150 g)

Optional accessory: W 32 windscreen

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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.

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Vienna/AUSTRIA
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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 be a dynamic noise reduction type with
a hypercardioid pickup pattern. For sound sources within an
operating distance of 5 cm the microphone’s on-axis response
shall be 70 Hz to 10 kHz, ± 3 dB. The sensitivity at 1 kHz shall
be no less than 0.72 mV/Pa (-63 dB dBV) at an operating level of

128 dB, the THD shall be no greater than 1%. The microphone’s
dimensions shall be no greater than .8 inches in diameter and

1.6 inches in length. The microphone shall be the AKG Acoustics
Model D 58 E.

Graphical Data

Architects and Engineers Specifications

DS-D 58 E