AKG CGN99 C/S Cardioid Condenser Gooseneck Microphones
Description
AKG CGN99 C/S Cardioid Condenser Gooseneck Microphones
The CGN99 C/S pair brings articulate, transparent presence to any stage or studio setup with a flexible gooseneck design that positions exactly where you need it. The cardioid polar pattern cuts through unwanted room noise and feedback while maintaining a warm, natural tone that captures vocals and instruments with clarity. These condensers deliver consistent, professional-grade audio in broadcast studios, houses of worship, or live performance venues where dependable capture and stage reliability are essential.
Design & Build
The 30cm gooseneck offers intuitive on-the-fly positioning with minimal vibration bleed, while the matte black finish and compact 380mm overall height disappear into any rig without fuss. Balanced 3-pin male XLR connectors with integrated phantom power adapter keep your signal path clean and your setup straightforward with standard mixing consoles and audio interfaces.
Audio Performance
A 70–18,000 Hz frequency response captures full vocal and instrument detail without proximity coloration, while the 125° pickup angle maintains tight cardioid rejection of off-axis noise. The 73 dB-A signal-to-noise ratio and 21 dB-A equivalent noise level ensure clean, quiet audio with minimal hum or hiss, even in demanding live and studio environments.
Key Features
- Cardioid polar pattern with 125° pickup angle
- 30cm (12-inch) flexible gooseneck
- Frequency response: 70–18,000 Hz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 73 dB-A
- Equivalent noise level: 21 dB-A
- Balanced XLR, 3-pin male connector
- Phantom power: 9–52V at 3 mA
- Electrical impedance: 600 Ohms (2,000 Ohms recommended load)
- Integrated XLR phantom power adapter with 250 Hz bass rolloff
- Dimensions: 380 mm height, 13.5 mm diameter
- Weight: 160 g
- Finish: Matte black
The CGN99 C/S pair delivers the engineering reliability and sonic character AKG is known for, making them dependable workhorses for any application requiring professional-grade audio capture.
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At a Glance
The AKG CGN99 C/S is a cardioid condenser gooseneck microphone built for live venues, houses of worship, and broadcast settings where consistent, clean capture matters. Its 30cm flexible gooseneck positions exactly where you need it, while tight off-axis rejection and a warm professional tone cut through room noise without coloration. Choose it for dependable, road-proof installations and live sound where reliability and articulate presence are non-negotiable.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Worship
- ✓ Broadcast
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Install/Fixed Installation
Not the best pick for
- – Portable/Mobile Recording
- – High-SPL Drum Miking
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CGN99 C/S best suited for?
The CGN99 C/S excels in live performance, worship venues, broadcast studios, and fixed installations where clean audio capture and tight off-axis rejection are priorities. It is not recommended for portable mobile recording or high-SPL drum miking applications.
How does the gooseneck design help during setup and use?
The 30cm flexible gooseneck allows intuitive positioning control to place the microphone exactly where you need it, while the compact 380mm overall height and matte black finish integrate seamlessly into any installation. Minimal vibration transmission keeps handling noise low.
What kind of connectivity does this microphone require?
The CGN99 C/S uses a balanced 3-pin male XLR connector and includes an integrated phantom power adapter for straightforward integration into standard mixing consoles and audio interfaces. It requires phantom power between 9–52V at 3 mA to operate.
How clean is the audio output in noisy environments?
The microphone delivers a 73 dB-A signal-to-noise ratio and 21 dB-A equivalent noise level, ensuring minimal hum and hiss even in challenging acoustic spaces. The 125° cardioid pickup angle provides tight rejection of off-axis noise while the 70–18,000 Hz response captures full vocal and instrument detail.
Does this microphone color the sound with proximity effect?
No; the CGN99 C/S is engineered with minimal proximity effect, delivering a warm professional tone without proximity coloration. This makes it ideal for vocals and instruments where tonal accuracy is important.
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