Excellent stage mic

Very smooth generally and sensitive when you get on it directly. Outperforms every other mic on the platform!

Where's my check AKG

Dear AKG:

As the new breed of metal musician, I applaude the dynamics the C 5 offers to a vocalist, whom by preference, needs a mic that can handle a large dynamic range.

This microphone eats the competition alive, and as a long time recording artist I understand the importance of a strong mic in a mix. I have a long history of using AKG microphones in many situations and AKG never let me down.

I use this mic as a live vocal mic connected by a either 1 or 2 20' monster cables. The sound reproduction is flawless. I am sure to recommend this mic to any of my metal peers looking for a great live show mic.

Hey Akg, let's get a representitive on the phone and talk endorsement. Hey sweetwater, put a little extra in Chris McGown's check. He aided me in my decision making on this product. THANK YOU CHRIS!

Big Sound

For a Hand held on stage Mic the AKG C5 Cannot be beat. It has a beefy and big sound. I use it through my TC Voice Live and I get well-balanced Vocals. Its a truly a Great Mic ...Its an AKG.

Good Mic, but not good enough

This is a rugged mic, but not too pretty. I have two Beta87s which are not much more expensive, but much more versatile. This mic has a TON of low mids and takes EQ on almost every voice. I use it almost solely as a talkback mic. If you need a really beefy sounding mic this is it. But there are few voices that it sounds nice on. Its more friendly to female vocals.