Telefunken C12

Telefunken C12 high-end tube microphone

A true legend
If you can talk about a microphone that epitomizes classic, hi-fi sound, it would be the Austrian-designed C12.
Originally developed by AKG in 1953, the C12 was prized for its airy frequency response.
The design of the C12 was unique in its technology.
The ability to change the characteristic between cardioid, omni and figure-8 (and six intermediate patterns) from the power supply made the C12 the most flexible large-diaphragm tube microphone of its time.
Sworn to by many, it is still found in countless studios around the world.

Specifications:

• Pressure Gradient Condenser
• Capsule
• CK12 – 25mm Edge Terminated Diaphragm
• Tube Type
• 6072a
• Transformer
• Haufe T14/1
• Polar Pattern
• 9-Pattern Variable including Omnidirectional, Cardioid and Bidirectional
• Frequency Range
• 20 Hz – 20 kHz, ± 3 dB
• Sensitivity
• 10 mV/Pa ± 1 dB
• THD at 1kHZ at 1Pa (Amplifier)
• < 0.25%
• Output Impedance
• 250 Ω
• Maximum SPL (for 1% THD)
• 130 dB
• S/N Ratio
• 85 dBA
• Self Noise (Amplifier)
• 9dBA
• Dimensions
• 250 mm L x 42.5 mm Dia
• Weight
• 567 g
• Current Draw from Mains
• 90 mA
• Power Supply
• M 910 – 7 Pin Female XLR Input, 3 Pin Male XLR Output, Polar Pattern Selector
• Cable
• M 810 – 25 ft Sommer Cable, Vintage Compatible 8 Pin Female Stand Mount, 7 Pin Male XLR
• Wooden Box
• WB10
• Flight Case
• FC10 – Vintage Style Locking Combination Flight Case, FC10S for Stereo Set