What instruments can I use the C411 L with?

The C411 L works with acoustic guitar, mandolin, violin, and most other string instruments that rely on acoustic resonance. It is not designed for electric instruments or high-volume rock applications.

How is the C411 L attached to my instrument?

The pickup mounts using an included nonmarking, solvent-free adhesive pad placed on or near the bridge. At only 18 grams, it adds negligible weight and does not change your instrument's balance or playability.

Why choose the C411 L over the C411 PP?

The C411 L features a professional three-pin mini XLR connector that directly interfaces with AKG wireless microphone body-pack transmitters, making it ideal for wireless live setups. The C411 PP uses a standard MPAV XLR connector for wired applications.

What kind of sound character does the C411 L have?

The condenser transducer in a sealed enclosure delivers clear, natural, and uncolored reproduction of your instrument's acoustic voice with a 10 to 18,000 Hz frequency response.

Do I need to modify my instrument to install this pickup?

No. The adhesive pad mounting requires no drilling, routing, or permanent modification, and can be removed without damaging your instrument's finish.

Do I pay sales tax on this order?

Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $10 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.

AKG C411 L High-Performance Miniature Condenser Vibration Pickup

The AKG C411 L is a compact vibration pickup engineered for precision contact microphone applications on acoustic instruments and surfaces. Its diminutive form factor—measuring just 26.7 mm in height—allows discreet mounting while delivering studio-grade condenser performance from a rugged plastic body finished in matte black.

Audio Performance & Transducer Design

Built on a pre-polarized condenser transducer with a figure-of-eight polar pattern, this pickup captures vibration with 2 mV/Pa sensitivity across a 10–18000 Hz bandwidth. Maximum SPL handling reaches 96 dB at 1% THD and 103 dB at 3% THD, providing headroom for both delicate and aggressive source material.

Electrical & Mechanical Specs

The C411 L presents 200 Ohms electrical impedance and pairs optimally with preamps or mixers offering 1000 Ohms load impedance. Its mini XLR 3-pin female connector connects via an included 1.5 m cable, while phantom power ranging from 9 to 52 V at 2 mA ensures broad compatibility with professional audio interfaces and mixing consoles.

Key Features

Pre-polarized condenser transducer
Figure-of-eight polar pattern
Audio frequency range: 10–18000 Hz
Sensitivity: 2 mV/Pa
Max SPL: 96 dB (1% THD) / 103 dB (3% THD)
Electrical impedance: 200 Ohms
Recommended load impedance: 1000 Ohms
Mini XLR 3-pin female connector
Phantom power: 9–52 V at 2 mA
Dimensions: 9.7 mm × 14.2 mm × 26.7 mm
Matte black plastic housing
Includes adhesive compound and microphone bag

The AKG C411 L excels as a contact transducer for classical and acoustic instrument recording, drum triggering, and vibration sensing applications where a professional-grade condenser element and discreet profile are essential.

Best suited for	Studio Sessions, Home Recording, Classical recording, Drum triggering
Tonal character	Transparent, detailed transient capture, low coloration, sensitive vibration detection
Less specialized for	Live Performance, Touring (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily)
Skill level	Intermediate / Advanced / Professional