AKG CK80 High Performance Shotgun Condenser Microphone Capsule

AKG CK80 High Performance Shotgun Condenser Microphone Capsule

The AKG CK80 is a compact, lightweight shotgun capsule engineered for professional location recording and broadcast work. Its 146 mm length and 15 g weight make it exceptionally portable, while the matte dark gray finish resists reflections in controlled environments. This hypercardioid design delivers focused, speech-optimized audio capture with minimal handling noise.

Audio Performance

The 80° pickup angle with hypercardioid polar pattern provides excellent rejection of off-axis sound, ideal for isolating dialogue and primary sources in multi-source environments. A 60–15,000 Hz frequency response prioritizes vocal intelligibility, while the 77 dB-A signal-to-noise ratio and 17 dB-A equivalent noise level ensure clean, professional-grade audio with minimal self-noise.

Design & Build

This capsule integrates seamlessly into any DAM Series mounting module, offering flexibility across various studio and field configurations. Gold-plated contacts with deep threads guarantee reliable connections and long service life, while the included professional windscreen manages wind and breath noise effectively in outdoor and close-mic applications.

Key Features

• 80° pickup angle with speech-optimized frequency response
• Hypercardioid polar pattern for focused source capture
• Audio frequency bandwidth: 60–15,000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 30 mV/Pa
• Equivalent noise level: 17 dB-A
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 77 dB-A
• Electrical impedance: 600 Ohms / Recommended load: 2,000 Ohms
• Powering interface: 9–52 V DC, 3 mA
• Compact dimensions: 146 mm height × 13.5 mm diameter, 15 g weight
• Gold-plated contacts with deep threads
• Compatible with all DAM Series mounting modules
• Includes professional windscreen

The CK80 delivers broadcast-quality rejection and speech clarity in a professional capsule built for demanding production work.