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Miktek C5 (Single Mic)

Item ID: C5miktek

Small-diaphragm Pencil Condenser Microphone with Wood Case and Mic Clip

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From Our Research Team:

First-class Pencil Condenser Mic!

The pencil condenser is a critical studio tool — and the C5 is just the microphone for the important job. Miktek packed as much value as possible into this small-diaphragm condenser. It's fitted with Miktek's MK5a 1/2-inch capsule, which offers a full-bodied, super-linear response — just what you want from a critical recording mic. The other components in the Miktek C5 have been designed to offer up a sweet response that's reminiscent of iconic mics from studio lore. You'll love the Miktek C5 as a drum overhead microphone (it's also available as a stereo pair). This is also a stellar pick for recording a number of nuanced acoustic instruments, including violin, acoustic guitar, acoustic guitar and piano. Plus, thanks to its high SPL handling, the C5 performs well on brass and woodwind instruments as well.



When you're ready to treat yourself to a "big league" pencil condenser microphone, the Miktek C5 really shines. It's a great combination of high-quality components and a linear response, offered at a can't-beat value. You even get an actual frequency response graph — from your microphone's very serial number — that Miktek captured during final testing in Nashville, TN. Step up to the Miktek C5.

Miktek C5 Small-diaphragm Pencil Condenser Microphone Features at a Glance:
  • Small-diaphragm pencil condenser microphone with a cardioid pickup pattern
  • Great drum overhead microphone, also excellent on acoustic instruments
  • MK5a 0.5-inch Cardioid Capsule with 5-micron Mylar, Evaporated Gold Diaphragm
  • Features an AMI T5 Transformer
  • Hand-selected Transistors
  • Individual serialized Frequency Response Graph
  • Comes in a wood presentation case with a mic clip

Step into the microphone "big leagues" and get Miktek's high-quality C5 small-diaphragm pencil condenser!

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Specification Detail
Microphone Type Condenser
Polar Pattern(s) Cardioid
Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz
Max SPL 126 dB
Signal to Noise Ratio 77 dB
Self Noise 17 dB
Low Cut Filter No Filter
Pads No Pad
Manufacturer Part Number C5

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One Word: Wow !

by Michael S. Kinser from Portland, Indiana
February 26, 2012
Music Background: Home Studio/Musician
Put this mic through a Grace m101 pre, and on the 12th fret @ about 12" out of a 1955 Martin D-28. That old guitar never sounded so good. The C-5 captures what my ear hears, only better. Amazing mic.

Favorite vocal mic, as well

by Nashville Don from Nashville, TN
February 5, 2012
Music Background: Hobbyist
I use it on acoustic guitar, but it's great on vocals, better than any I've tried (nearly all Rodes, USA CADs, ADK). I even like it better for vocals than the Miktek C7 as it's truer, more transparent... read more [+]. Now I have to sell a bunch of mics, since this is the main one I use now. close [-]

My New Go to SDC!

by Preston White from MT
January 15, 2012
Music Background: Engineer/Musician
Got to use my new Miktek C5. WOW! The guitar sounded like the guitar and the banjo sounded like the banjo! I have many small diaphragm condenser but this one is now my go to. I had the pleasure of mee... read more [+]ting Mike from Miktek last December. It was great to meet someone so passionate about their products! After hearing this mic I plan on purchasing more Miktek products. close [-]

Sweetwater Advice

Chris McCown
We recently had a shootout with the C5 vs. several other well known (and much more expensive) small-diaphragm pencil condensers on an acoustic guitar. The Miktek C5 won hands down. It's got a warm full sound that isn't typical with pencil condensers. Shimmery high end, excellent bottom end, and very smooth midrange.
Ron Daniel
The Miktek C5 is BY FAR my favorite mic for acoustic guitar in the studio.

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Miktek C5 (Single Mic)

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