JZ Microphones Vintage 12

VINTAGE 12 - Capturing Classic Excellence

AKG's C12, a legendary tube condenser microphone, is celebrated for its unparalleled silkiness, fullness, and clarity in vocal recordings. JZ Microphones pays tribute to this classic with the VINTAGE 12, offering the classic C12 sound with modern enhancements.

Classic Sound, Modern Technology

Inspired by the timeless AKG C12, the VINTAGE 12 adopts its best sonic qualities. While retaining the CK12 capsule's excellence, we've replaced tubes with modern, durable transistor technology and introduced our innovative Golden Drop Capsule, elevating the V12 to new heights.

Exceptional Sound Character

The V12 features a subtle scoop in the upper mid-range, a harmonically rich low-end, and an airy, wide bell lift in the top end. This results in a lush, full character without becoming overly bright or dark. Ideal for vocals, acoustic guitars, electric guitar cabinets, percussion instruments, spoken word, and more.

Specifications

• Transducer Type: Electrostatic
• Operating Principal: Pressure Gradient
• Diaphragm's Active Diameter: 25 mm
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Output Impedance: 50 ohms
• Rated Load Impedance: 1000 ohms
• Suggested Load Impedance: > 500 ohms
• Sensitivity at 1000 Hz into 1000 ohms Load: 22 mV/Pa
• S/N Ratio CCIR 468-3 Weighted: 76 dB
• S/N Ratio DIN/IEC 651 A-Weighted: 87 dB-A
• Equivalent Noise Level DIN/IEC A-Weighted: 6 dB-A
• Maximum SPL for 0.5% THD at 1000 ohm Load: 134 dB
• Dynamic Range of the Microphone Preamplifier: 128 dB
• Phantom Powering Voltage on Pins 2 & 3 of XLR: +48 V (+/-4 V)
• Current Consumption: < 2 mA
• Output Connector: 3-pin XLR male, gold-plated contacts
• Signal Polarity: Positive toward pressure on a diaphragm produces positive polarity voltage on XLR pin #2 relatively to pin #3

Rediscover classic excellence with the VINTAGE 12 microphone - classic C12 sound meets modern precision.