AKG C747 V11 Professional Shotgun Condenser Microphone

AKG C747 V11 Professional Shotgun Condenser Microphone

The AKG C747 V11 is a miniature hypercardioid shotgun condenser built for precision work in confined spaces and demanding field conditions. At just 25 grams with a 9mm diameter, this 5.4-inch mic sits comfortably on boom poles, camera rigs, and instrument stands without adding fatigue or bulk. Its electret condenser element delivers focused, articulate capture with minimal proximity effect—ideal for dialog, instrument miking, and location recording where compact size meets professional audio standards.

Design & Build Quality

The hypercardioid polar pattern provides excellent rejection of off-axis sound and room reflections, making it exceptionally useful for isolating sources in live or reverberant environments. An integrated RFi shield blocks interference from mobile phones, wireless microphones, and other RF sources—a critical feature for broadcast and wireless-heavy setups. The included shock mount adapter, mini-gooseneck, stand adapter, mounting clamp, thread link, and windscreen provide immediate flexibility for mounting and weather protection.

Audio Performance & Specifications

The mic operates across a 30–18,000 Hz bandwidth with a sensitivity of 8.5 mV/Pa and a strong 73 dB signal-to-noise ratio, delivering clean, detailed audio even in moderate ambient noise. Its 133 dB maximum SPL and 32 dB-A equivalent noise level ensure headroom for loud sources and low self-noise in quiet recording. A switchable high-pass filter (-12dB/octave @ 150Hz) on the mic body removes rumble and proximity buildup without requiring external processing.

Key Features

• Miniature hypercardioid shotgun condenser: 5.4 inches long, 9mm diameter, 25g weight
• Electret condenser element with hypercardioid polar pattern for focused, off-axis rejection
• Frequency response: 30–18,000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 8.5 mV/Pa at 1kHz
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 73 dB
• Equivalent noise level: 32 dB-A
• Maximum SPL: 133 dB
• Switchable high-pass filter (-12dB/octave @ 150Hz)
• Integrated RFi shield blocks mobile phone and wireless interference
• Balanced XLR (3-pin, Male) output with 400Ω input impedance
• Phantom power: 9 to 52 V at 2 mA current draw
• Includes shock mount, gooseneck, stand adapter, clamp, thread link, and windscreen

The C747 V11 excels in applications where compact size, low self-noise, and rejection of unwanted ambience are non-negotiable—from ENG and documentary work to instrument isolation and wireless lavalier mounting.