C4500BBC Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Designed for all broadcast and voice-over applications, the C4500 B-BC is ideal for the new age of digital Broadcasting!
With its superior audio performance, high SPL capability, low proximity effect and resistance to RF and electro-magnetic interference, the C4500 B-BC is the perfect tool for broadcast and recording studios. Excellent sound, useful standard accessories and outstanding price/performance makes this large-diaphragm microphone a necessity for every studio.
• Frequency response, tailored for reduced proximity effect for close speaking voice
• Operates on phantom power (9 to 52 volts)
• Large diaphragm with speech entry along the microphone’s physical axis
• Extremely low self-noise floor of 8 dB-A
• High immunity to overload (145 dB unpadded)
• High immunity to electrostatic and magnetic field interference
The C 4500 B-BC meets the strictest requirements of digital audio with its ultra-low 8 dB-A self-noise and 145 / 165 dB maximum SPL capability. Its end-address format and its unique acoustical design allow the microphone to be used comfortably for on-air broadcast work and for easy positioning in front of instruments such as bass drum, upright bass, baritone saxophone, guitar amps and other high-output sources. Its patented internal 3-stage filter and very low up-close bass boost allow it to be positioned close to the source to accurately capture every nuance of the sound.
The C 4500 B-BC has a 1-in. (25-mm) diaphragm mounted internally so that the axis of maximum sensitivity is along the microphone’s physical axis, ensuring that the microphone does not impede the viewing range of the announcer. The response of the C 4500 B-BC has been tailored so that at normal operating distances the microphone will have absolutely neutral low frequency response, and at high frequencies the response is smooth and extended. An exemplary dynamic range of 137 dB will allow it to cope with virtually all announcing and postproduction speech activities.
Extremely high internal electrostatic and magnetic field isolation ensures that the microphone can be operated in proximity to virtually any kind of electronic equipment, new or old. The C 4500 B-BC is complete with its own suspended shock mount and pop/wind windscreen for further isolation from the environment.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Polar pattern: cardioid
- Frequency range: 20 to 20,000 Hz
- Sensitivity at 1000 Hz: 25 mV/Pa (-34 dBV)
- Maximum SPL for 0.5% THD: 145/165 dB SPL* (*Values for 48 V phantom power; reduce by 6 dB for 24 V or 18 dB for 12 V phantom power)
- Equivalent noise level: 8 dB-A
- Pre-attenuation pad: -20 dB, switchable
- Bass-cut filter: 6 dB/octave below 120 Hz
- Output impedance: <200 ohms
- Recommended load impedance: >1000 ohms
- Power requirement: 9 to 52 volts phantom power (DIN 45 596/IEC 268-15)
- Current consumption: <2 mA
- Size: 2.2 in. diameter x 7.2 in. length (58 mm x 183 mm)
- Net weight: 16 oz. (450 g)
Standard set includes: C 4500 B-BC microphone, H100 spider-type shock mount W 4000 foam windscreen
WARRANTY
AKG Acoustics warrants AKG products against defects in material or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of original purchase, and agrees to repair or, at AKG's option replace any defective unit without charge for either parts or labor. AKG grants a three-year warranty covering selected products (C 12 VR, C 414 B-ULS, C 414 B-TLII, C 414 B-XLS, C 414 B-XLII, C 426 B, C 451 B, C 480 B, C 391 B, C 1000 B, C 2000 S, C 3000 B, C 4000 B, C 4500 B, SolidTube) against defects in material and workmanship.
