AKG Gooseneck Microphones

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AKG C 747

Tiny shotgun microphone for acoustically difficult environments

The C 747 is a tiny shotgun microphone designed for exacting orchestral, choir, podium, and boardroom applications. Flat, extended frequency response makes it suitable for high quality live music recording, while the frequency-independent pattern provides consistent off-axis rejection to control ambient noise and feedback in acoustically difficult environments. A switchable LF rolloff filter suppresses mechanical noise. The low-impedance transformerless preamp operates on 9 to 52 V phantom power. Standard accessories include a shock mount/adapter, mini gooseneck, stand adapter, mounting clamp, thread link, and windscreen.

• Slim design
• Extended bass and high-end response
• Hypercardioid polar pattern
• High SPL capability

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AKG C 747	$802.00

AKG CGN 321 (521) E

30 or 50 cm (12 or 20 in.) condenser gooseneck

The cardioid polar pattern is the most popular because its uses are almost limitless. The 125° pickup angle is especially suited for inexperienced or very"vivacious" talkers who often fail to talk directly into the microphone. The choice of two different lengths and the exible joint ensure optimum alignment of the gooseneck to any talker position. Numerous options for installation are available, such as mounting on a stand or tabletop, while optional accessories include a lockable mounting fixture.

Easy setup: anything goes

The wide range of accessories ensures optimum installation or placing of the Discreet Acoustics Compact Series goosenecks, regardless of architectural requirements. Tabletop installation with a high level of structure-born noise? Don't worry; the installation modules feature a shock mount made of a special rubber mix to reduce structure-borne noise to a minimum. Optional theft-proof installation modules are also available.

Fixing permanently on a thick marble slab that must not be pierced? No problem: just three shallow holes will do to fasten the mount, and the gooseneck microphone won't budge. Permanent installation impossible? No big deal, heavy base plate will keep the gooseneck securely in place. And what about uneven surfaces? Easy. Use the tripod table stand.

• Cardioid polar pattern
• 30 or 50 cm (12 or 20 in.) long
• 125° pickup angle
• Especially suited for inexperienced talkers
• Connects easily via XLR connector

Model	List Price	Our AKG CGN 321 Price
AKG CGN 321 (521) E	$221.00

AKG CGN 323 (523) E

30 or 50 cm (12 or 20 in.) condenser gooseneck

The hypercardioid polar pattern with its narrow 95° pickup angle is suited best for situations where noise typically occurs from all sides (particularly in worship centers), where people talk into the microphone from a greater distance, or where several talkers are grouped side by side. Two different lengths are available. The exible joint ensures optimum alignment of the gooseneck to any talker position. Several options are available for installation, i.e., stand, tabletop installation, and lockable.

Choosing polar patterns

Selecting the correct polar pattern for installed sound is difficult since it depends on a variety of factors. Of course the acoustics of the room play a key role. For highly reverberant rooms such as worship centers, a hypercardioid polar pattern will be the best choice to avoid high levels of unwanted noise. Correct placement of the loudspeakers is also essential. If the speakers project right at the capsule, a hypercardioid will be your best bet. The most difficult task, however, is trying to judge how the talkers will behave. For talkers who are inexperienced or move around a lot, be sure to choose a cardioid polar pattern for reliable pickup; talkers at a greater distance from the mic will be served best by a hypercardioid.

• Hypercardioid polar pattern
• 30 or 50 cm (12 or 20 in.) long
• 95° pickup angle
• For acoustically difficult environments
• Connects easily via XLR connector

Model	List Price	Our AKG CGN 323 Price
AKG CGN 323 (523) E	$242.00

AKG CK 31

Screw-on Capsule Module

The cardioid is the most popular polar pattern since it can be used almost universally. The 125° pickup angle is especially suited for inexperienced or very"vivacious" talkers who often fail to talk directly into the microphone. The body is identical to that of the CK 32 and CK 33.

Suitable Discreet Acoustics modules: all GN gooseneck modules, HM 1000 hanging module.

• Cardioid polar pattern
• 125° pickup angle
• Screw-on Capsule Module
• Highly efficient windscreen

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AKG CK 31 Screw-on Capsule Module	$98.50	For Instant Sale Price Add to Cart
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AKG CK 32

Screw-on Capsule Module

Due to its high sensitivity in all directions, the CK 32 omni-directional Capsule is an excellent choice especially for lavalier applications, but also for situations requiring ambience pickup. The body is identical to that of the CK 31 and CK 33.

Suitable Discreet Acoustics modules: all GN gooseneck modules, HM 1000 hanging module.

• Omni directional polar pattern
• 360° pickup angle
• Screw-on Capsule Module
• Highly efficient windscreen

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AKG CK 33

Screw-on Capsule Module

Due to the narrow 95° pickup angle, the hypercardioid polar pattern is a good choice for all situations when noise typically arrives from the sides (especially in places of worship), where people talk into the microphone from greater distances, or where several talkers are grouped side by side. The body is identical to that of the CK 31 and CK 32.

Suitable Discreet Acoustics modules: all GN gooseneck modules, HM 1000 hanging module.

• Hypercardioid polar pattern
• 95° pickup angle
• Screw-on Capsule Module
• Highly efficient windscreen

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AKG CK 47

Screw-on Capsule Module

The CK 47 combines an 80° pickup angle, studio quality audio, and clean off-axis response. It is an ideal tool wherever studio-standard sound quality is required, or for inexperienced talkers. The CK 47 comes complete with a W 70 windscreen.

Suitable Discreet Acoustics modules: all GN gooseneck modules, HM 1000 hanging module.

• Hypercardioid polar pattern
• 80° pickup angle
• Screw-on Capsule Module
• Studio quality shotgun capsule

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AKG CK 80

Screw-on Capsule Module

An 80° pickup angle and speech optimized frequency response provide excellent intelligibility in acoustically critical environments. Its outstanding price/performance ratio is just as convincing as its sound and high gain before feedback. Complete with W 80 windscreen.

Suitable Discreet Acoustics modules: all GN gooseneck modules, HM 1000 hanging module.

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AKG CK 80 - Discreet Acoustics capsule with hypercardioid pattern and speech-optimized response	$103.00	For Instant Sale Price Add to Cart
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AKG GN 15 (30, 50)

15, 30, or 50 cm (6, 12, or 20 in.) screw-on gooseneck

For permanent screw-on installation, AKG offers goosenecks in various lengths: GN 15: approx. 15 cm (6 in.); GN 30: approx. 30 cm (12 in.); GN 50: approx. 50 cm (20 in.). Except for the GN 30 OC with unterminated cable ends, all come with a DPA in-line XLR phantom power adapter with integrated 200 Hz bass rolloff and LED ON/OFF jumper. The DPA connects to any standard mixer input with 9 to 52 V power supply. The mini XLR connector will thread through any hole from 11 mm (0.44 in.) in diameter. This eliminates the need for large holes or awkward unsoldering and resoldering of the much larger phantom power adapter during installation.

Standard accessory: Phantom power adapter

The external phantom power adapter of the GN series makes setting up the goosenecks much easier, since a small hole will suffice for threading through a mini XLR connector. Having disconnected the cable, the integrated bass cut can be set quite easily inside the phantom power adapter. The phantom power adapter will operate off any available phantom power supply from 9 to 52 V, powering both the condenser capsule and the LED ring.

Available capsule modules for GN 15/GN 30/GN 50: CK 31, CK 32, CK 33, CK 47, CK 80.

• Rugged construction
• Highly reliable contacts for capsule modules
• Integrated LED ring status indicator
• Integrated switchable bass rolloff
• Mini XLR connector or unterminated cable end

AKG GN 15 (30, 50) E

15, 30, or 50 cm (6, 12, or 20 in.) gooseneck with integrated XLR connector

All E-Series modules come with an integrated connector for quick setup and takedown. The goosenecks are available in various lengths. GN 15 E: 23.5 cm (9.2 in.); GN 30 E: 38 cm (15 in.); GN 50 E: 57.2 cm (22.3 in.). Of course the series also has an integrated 200 Hz bass rolloff filter and LED ON/OFF jumper.

Optimum suppression of structure-borne noise

An essential feature of the installation hardware described below is the attenuation of structure-born noise that prevents the transmission of unwanted noise (footfall etc.). The amount of attenuation is determined by the material mix of the rubber shock mount. Modular Series installation modules use a mixture that is extremely efficient at frequencies below 200 Hz (e.g., knocking noise). Unlike standard rubber mixtures that respond to vibrations very slowly, the special AKG rubber mixture absorbs vibrations practically immediately. This prevents successive shocks from adding up. This rubber mixture is used in the H 600 and H 500.

Available capsule modules for GN 15 E/GN 30 E/GN 50 E: CK 31, CK 32, CK 33, CK 47, CK 80.

• Rugged construction
• Highly reliable contacts for capsule modules
• Integrated LED ring status indicator
• Integrated, switchable bass cut
• Integrated XLR connector

AKG GN 15 (30, 50) E 5Pin

30 or 50 cm (12 or 20 in.) gooseneck with controllable LED ring

• Gooseneck with 5-pin XLR connector
• Extra large controllable LED ring
• Highly reliable contacts for capsule modules
• Integrated switchable bass cu

Similar to the GN E Modules, the GN E 5Pin Modules come with an integrated connector with phantom power adapter. One special feature is the 5-pin XLR connector, which ensures that the extra-large LED ring can be activated and deactivated using a separate power supply, e.g., a Logic out from the AS 16 x 12 automatic mixer. The LED ring is extra large for enhanced visibility. Of course the GN E 5Pin also has the same features as all Discreet Acoustics Modular Series installation modules, such as a gold-plated thread for screwing on the capsule, integrated switchable bass cut, and extremely strong joints that will withstand the toughest kind of usage.

5-pin connector

The 5-pin XLR connector allows the audio signal and the control voltage for the LED ring to be fed separately.

Connector pinout

1. Audio ground
2. LED ring +
3. Audio inphase
4. LED ring -
5. Audio return

Available capsule modules for GN 15 (30, 50) E 5Pin: CK 31, CK 32, CK 33, CK 47, CK 80.

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AKG GN 15 (30, 50) E 5Pin	$264.00

AKG GN 15 (30, 50) ES

15, 30, or 50 cm (6, 12, or 20 in.) gooseneck with integrated XLR connector and switch

Gooseneck module for quick setup and takedown, with integrated noiseless on/off switch. The switch will default to"off" as the sound system is powered up and needs to be pressed to activate the microphone. An LED ring indicates whether the microphone is on or off. The goosenecks are available in various lengths. GN 15 ES: 23.5 cm (9.2 in.); GN 30 ES: 38 cm (15 in.); GN 50 ES: 57.2 cm (22.3 in.). Of course the series also has an integrated 200 Hz bass rolloff filter and LED ON/OFF jumper.

On/off switch

The GN ES series has a completely noiseless switch. Rather than actually disconnecting the signal, it reduces the level by 26 dB, thus avoiding the irritating crackling sound when phantom powering is interrupted. The switch is inconspicuously placed but easily accessible for simple handling even by inexperienced talkers.

Available capsule modules for GN 15 ES/GN 30 ES/GN 50 ES: CK 31, CK 32, CK 33, CK 47, CK 80.

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AKG GN 15 (30, 50) ES	$259.00

AKG GN 15 HT

Gooseneck for wireless microphone applications

The GN 15 HT lets you convert an HT 4000 handheld transmitter into a mobile gooseneck microphone. This setup provides easily accessible controls and easy battery replacement. Thanks to the sensitive condenser capsules, working distances can be much greater than with dynamic wireless microphones. The LED ring illuminates to indicate the transmitter is ON. The GN 15 HT can be combined with all Discreet Acoustics Capsule Modules. Battery life is 15% less than stated for the HT due to the current drain of the LED ring. The gooseneck is suited for any application where a sound system with wireless microphones need to be set up quickly, e.g., at press conferences, panel discussions, etc.

Wireless application

In combination with an HT 4000, the GN 15 HT makes setting up a wireless system for any type of use incredibly easy. The modular concept offers you a choice of five different capsules even for wireless systems. See akg's Special Catalog for more information on AKG Wireless Products and Applications.

Download: http://www.akg.com/wmscatalog

Available capsule modules for GN 15 HT: CK 31, CK 32, CK 33, CK 47, CK 80.

• Gooseneck for wireless microphone applications in combination with the HT 4000
• For use with five different capsule modules
• Rugged all-metal construction
• Compatible with WMS 400 and WMS 4000 receiver

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AKG GN 15 HT	$194.00

AKG GN 155 Set

Floor stand with integrated gooseneck

Elegant gooseneck module with heavy, shock mounted floor stand in matte gray finish for use with all Discreet Acoustics Capsule Modules. Integrated LED ring status indicator. Suited for stand-alone use on stage or in front of a lectern. Two integrated flexible gooseneck sections allow optimum alignment with talkers of different heights or positions. A supplied screw-on extension tube can be used to place the microphone higher for tall talkers. The supplied 10 m (33 ft.) cable with XLR phantom power adapter is long enough to reach the edge of most stages with no extension cable. For use as a lectern microphone in worship centers, halls etc.

Available capsule modules for GN 155 Set: CK 31, CK 32, CK 33, CK 47, CK 80.

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AKG GN 155 Set	$455.00

AKG GN 30 (50) Minijack

Gooseneck Set With Minijack For Fast Setup And Takedown

• Gooseneck with screw thread and mini jack
• Installation module with permanently soldered remote phantom power adapter
• Extra large LED ring
• Highly reliable contacts for capsule modules
• Integrated switchable bass cut

The GN Minijack System makes installing and taking down goosenecks even quicker than before. The HCS mounting flange is built into the table. The permanently soldered phantom power adapter can be fastened to the underside of the tabletop by means of a clamp. The entire wiring remains invisible. The goosenecks can be mounted and taken down quite easily as required, while the integrated mini jack ensures perfect contact reliability. The LED ring can be powered directly. Depending on the microphone status, it an be activated and deactivated by a logic circuit (e.g., the logic out on an AS 16 x 12 automatic mixer), showing clearly which of the microphones are active.

The"turbo" among modular systems

The GN Minijack System is especially useful whenever goosenecks of different lengths must be interchanged quickly, or when theft cannot be prevented with standard locking systems. The goosenecks together with the capsules can be quickly taken to a safe place without having to alter the setup. All that remains on the table is an unobtrusive disk.

In addition, the GN Minijack Mount has a rubber element on the underside of the disk, which attenuates structure-borne noise. When the gooseneck is detached, the opening can be closed with the attached flap to prevent dirt or liquids from getting inside.

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