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AKG D 5

Item ID: D5

Dynamic Vocal Mic with 147dB SPL Capacity and New Variable-thickness Diaphragm

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A Powerful Onstage Performer!

The AKG D 5 dynamic vocal microphone for lead and backing vocals delivers a powerful sound even on the noisiest stage. Its supercardioid polar pattern ensures maximum gain before feedback. The D 5 stands for a crisp sound that cuts through every mix.

For the D 5, AKG employed the first microphone diaphragm ever whose thickness varies across its diameter. The new Laminated Varimotion diaphragm deep-drawing process allows the diaphragm itself to be fine-tuned with no extra tuning resonators, leading to a quantum leap in audio performance.

The D 5's dual shockmount eliminates any kind of mechanical noise for trouble-free live use. The audience will hear nothing but the pristine sound of your voice!


AKG D 5 Dynamic Microphone Features:
  • Polar pattern - supercardioid
  • Frequency range - 70Hz to 20kHz
  • Sensitivity - 2.6 mV/Pa (-52 dBV)
  • Max. SPL - 147/156dB SPL (for 1% / 3% THD)
  • Equivalent noise level - 18dBa
  • Impedance - <= 600 ohms
  • Recommended load impedance - >= 2000 ohms
  • Connector - 3-pin XLR
  • Finish - matte grayish blue
  • Dimensions - length: 7.3"; diameter: 2"
  • Net weight - 12 oz.

The AKG D 5 microphone stands up to the noisiest stage!
Specification Detail
Microphone Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Response 70Hz-20kHz
Output Impedance 600 ohms
Self Noise 18dB (A weighted)
Low Cut Filter No Filter
Color Black
Connector XLR
Weight 1.44 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number 3138X00070

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Reviews

based on 4 reviews

Better than a 58 for sound

by Joe Kosar from United States
March 26, 2013
Music Background: Pro Musician 40+ years
Much better sound than the Shure 58 and other mics for live vocals. Can give this to anyone who had their "favorite" mike that they used and they come away wanting a D5. I have 4 of them so far, and... read more [+] will buy more. However, they don't seem to hold up to abuse as well as the 58, but then again, I am looking for a microphone, not a hammer. close [-]

Awesome Mic

by Joe Kausch from Saratoga Springs, New York USA
April 17, 2012
Music Background: Local Band Member, Hobbyist
Our band uses mostly SM58(s) and they are o.k., but the AKG D5 is everything I wanted in a mic. Diminished feedback, clarity and a great price. It is even better used on y solo PA. The Tech people at ... read more [+]Sweetwater are very knowledgeable. close [-]

Rock solid

by Ken from Robertsdale, Al, USA
January 18, 2012
Music Background: Long time musican and sound guy
I have been doing sound for over 40 years and have found this mic to be a very solid performer that requires very little eq to make it sound natural. I have recently found it fo be a great mic for ba... read more [+]njos, even though it is officially a vocal mic, I currently own 4 of these mics and WILL be adding more to my locker. Price to performance, these are and excellent choice. close [-]

Not Too Shabby

by Absence from Tucson
May 1, 2008
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Keyboardist, Guitarist, and Bassist
Will you get higher gain before feedback? Most likely, but if there are acoustic problems in the practice space/venue, cover your ears--this thing can howl just as loudly as any other mic on the mark... read more [+]et.

Sound? I dig it. Has a good pleasant cut that brings softer voices out in the mix. As the reviewer for Mix Magazine said: it excels on female vocals, but it is not bad on male vocals at all.

Price? I think it's a steal. I'd be willing to pay another $50 on top of this, but we all know what the competition's prices are.

On top of it all, I used it in a pinch to mic a keyboard amp! I was pleasantly surprised by the results, too. close [-]

Sweetwater Advice

Matt Adams
This is my "go-to" mic for live vocals. I've used it on every artist I've worked with for the last three years and it's never sounded bad on any singer. It has beautiful tone and have yet to have feedback problems with it. You can't go wrong with AKG and you certainly will not regret buying the D5. It rocks.

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