AKG C555 L - Headset Condenser Microphone with Cardioid Polar Pattern and 80Hz to 20kHz Frequency Response in Black Finish

The AKG C555L Headset Condenser Microphone is a lightweight, high-performance head-worn microphone designed to deliver exceptional audio quality for presentations, speeches, narration, and other professional uses. Its cardioid polar pattern ensures clear vocal capture while minimizing off-axis noise and feedback. This makes it ideal for environments where background noise or feedback is a concern, such as live events, broadcasting, and public speaking. The C555L is especially well-suited for use in dynamic environments where the speaker needs to maintain full movement while keeping the microphone discreet and secure.

Designed for comfort and flexibility, the C555L features an adjustable behind-the-neck headband that provides a secure, lightweight fit, ensuring comfort during extended use. The microphone's gooseneck is also adjustable, allowing for precise microphone placement to capture the best sound. The microphone's cardioid polar pattern ensures that only the sound from the front of the capsule is picked up, significantly reducing noise and feedback from the sides and rear. This makes it an excellent choice for use in environments with multiple sound sources or noisy backdrops.

The C555L offers a wide frequency response from 80 Hz to 20 kHz, providing clear and accurate reproduction of speech, with the sensitivity optimized for vocal clarity. The microphone's capsule delivers smooth, natural audio that is well-suited for capturing speech without distortion, ensuring the voice comes through clearly in any environment. With a high maximum SPL of 120 dB and an equivalent noise level of 30 dB-A, the C555L performs well even in high-volume situations, maintaining a clean and noise-free signal.

For convenience and versatility, the microphone uses a mini-XLR connection, making it compatible with AKG bodypack transmitters like the PT40/PT400, the B29L battery power supply, and the MPA VL phantom power adapter (sold separately). The C555L is powered with 9V phantom power, ensuring reliable performance in a variety of audio setups. Its lightweight design (weighing only 0.9 oz) and adjustable fit make it suitable for extended use without causing discomfort. The included W444 windscreen helps reduce wind noise and plosives, ensuring cleaner audio capture, particularly in live performance settings.

Whether you're delivering a speech, performing on stage, or providing narration, the AKG C555L Headset Condenser Microphone offers excellent sound quality, comfort, and flexibility. Its compact design and professional features make it the ideal choice for anyone needing a discreet and reliable microphone for speech applications.

Features

• Cardioid polar pattern for excellent rejection of off-axis noise and feedback
• Wide frequency response of 80 Hz to 20 kHz for clear and accurate speech reproduction
• Adjustable behind-the-neck headband for a secure, comfortable fit during extended use
• Adjustable gooseneck for precise microphone placement and optimal sound capture
• Mini-XLR connector for compatibility with AKG bodypack transmitters and power supplies
• Powered by 9V phantom power for reliable, consistent performance
• Sensitivity of 25 mV/Pa and maximum SPL of 120 dB for clear, distortion-free sound
• Lightweight design (0.9 oz) for comfort without sacrificing durability or sound quality
• Comes with W444 windscreen to reduce plosives and wind noise
• Ideal for use in presentations, performances, narration, and other professional speech applications

Specifications

General

• Type: Pre-polarized condenser microphone
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Range: 80 - 20000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 25 mV/Pa
• Impedance @ 1kHz: <200 Ohms
• Recommended load impedance: >2000 Ohms
• Max SPL for 1% THD: 120 dB
• Equivalent noise level: 30 dB-A
• Signal to Noise: 63 dB-A
• Recommended Serial Resistor: 10 kOhm

Dimensions/Weight

• Length: 7.7 in
• Max Diameter: 5.3 in
• Net Weight: 0.9 oz
• Shipping Weight: 9.2 oz

Design

• Finish: matte black

Audio Output

• Type: Mini XLR
• Gender: Female
• Contacts: 3-pin
• Cable Length: 5 ft

Powering Interface

• Current: <2 mA
• Voltage: 9V (2V - 10V)

What's Included

• 1 x C555 L Head-Worn Microphone
• 1 x W444 Windscreen