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AKG Drum Set Concert I Professional Drum Microphone Set vs AKG CS3 BU Conference Base Unit (Old Sku: 3361H00010)

The Drum Set Concert I is a complete professional drum microphone collection for live and studio recording, while the CS3 BU is a conference system base unit for large meeting environments. These are entirely different product categories serving unrelated purposes.

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AKG Drum Set Concert I Professional Drum Microphone Set

$1,245.00
View AKG Drum Set Concert I Professional Drum Microphone Set

AKG CS3 BU Conference Base Unit (Old Sku: 3361H00010)

$1,597.00
View AKG CS3 BU Conference Base Unit (Old Sku: 3361H00010)

Specs side by side

AKG Drum Set Concert I Professional Drum Microphone SetAKG CS3 BU Conference Base Unit (Old Sku: 3361H00010)
Price$1,245.00$1,597.00
BrandAKGAKG
ConditionNewNew

Why choose AKG Drum Set Concert I Professional Drum Microphone Set

  • ✓ Complete seven-microphone drum kit package with carrying case
  • ✓ High SPL handling and rugged construction for stage use
  • ✓ Includes legendary D112 MKII bass drum mic and overhead condensers

Why choose AKG CS3 BU Conference Base Unit (Old Sku: 3361H00010)

  • ✓ Manages up to 60 microphone stations for large conference setups
  • ✓ Broadcast-quality audio with >80dB signal-to-noise ratio
  • ✓ Compact footprint with RS232 integration for camera control
Bottom line: Do not compare these products—they serve completely different functions. Choose the Drum Set Concert I if you need to mic a drum kit for performance or recording. Choose the CS3 BU if you need a conference audio base unit for professional meetings.

Frequently asked questions

Are these products compatible or interchangeable?

No. The Drum Set Concert I is a drum microphone collection for capturing instrument audio. The CS3 BU is a conference system base unit for managing speech in meeting environments. They cannot be used together or substituted for one another.

Which product is right for my use case?

If you are a drummer or engineer recording drums for live performance, touring, or studio sessions, choose the Drum Set Concert I. If you manage large conference rooms or hybrid meetings with multiple microphone stations, choose the CS3 BU.

What is included with each product?

The Drum Set Concert I includes seven microphones (five dynamic, two condenser), clamps, stand adapters, and an aluminum carrying case. The CS3 BU is a single base unit with RS232 connectivity and does not include microphones.

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