• Miniature cardioid condenser clamp-on microphone with shock mounted capsule
• Ideal for miking drums and percussion
• Including wireless direct adapter for easy use with AKG "pocket transmitters"
• Detachable microphone cable
• Comes with A-400 adapter, H-518 drum bracket, protective bag, and windscreen

The ultimate miniature condenser microphone for drums and percussion. Its cardioid polar pattern rejects overspill from nearby instruments. A continuously adjustable vise-type clamp makes it easy to fix the microphone securely on the top hoop of most drums or percussion instruments. An external shock mount provides high mechanical-noise rejection. A special snap-on stabilizer knee will keep the gooseneck bent at a defined angle. The C 518 M features an integrated, switchable bass cut for adjusting the microphone's frequency response to your instrument's sound.

The unique adapter plate A 400 allows easy attachment of the AKG pocket transmitters.

Versions:

C 518 M for external phantom powering

C 518 ML for use with the B 29 L battery power supply, AKG WMS Series bodypack transmitters, or the MPA V L adapter for external phantom powering.

Polar pattern: cardioid
Frequency range: 60 Hz to 20 kHz
Sensitivity: 5 mV/Pa (-46 dBV)
Max. SPL: 130/132 dB SPL (for 1%/3% THD)
Equivalent noise level: 31 dB(A)
Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted): 63 dB
Impedance: <= 200 ohms
Recommended load impedance: >= 2000 ohms
Powering: <= 2 mA
Power requirement: B 29 L battery power supply, MPA V L phantom adapter, AKG WMS bodypack transmitters
Connector: 3-pin mini XLR
Cable: 1.5 m (5 ft.)
Finish: matte black
Dimensions: Length: 200 mm (7.9 in.) (microphone only); max. width: 47 mm (1.9 in.)
Net weight: (microphone and cable)
C 518 M: 220 g (7.8 oz.)
C 518 ML: 110 g (3.9 oz.)
Shipping weight:
C 518 M: 450 g (15.9 oz.)
C 518 ML: 330 g (11.7 oz.)