The AKG C518ML is a high quality, miniature microphone designed for capturing drums and percussion instruments for crucial recording and live sound applications. The C518ML features an adjustable vice that allows mounting on the top ring of toms, snare drums, congas, and much more.
The cardioid polar pattern reduces feedback and minimizes noise and leakage that may occur from adjacent instruments. An adjustable gooseneck provides stable microphone placement and a low-cut filter reduces low-frequency noise, rumble, etc. The C518ML is sure to be an efficient tool for crucial recording, project studio recording and live sound reinforcement.
Terminates to a 3-pin mini-XLR connector for use with the B29L battery power supply, MPA V L phantom adapter and AKG WMS bodypack transmitters
Adjustable vise-clamp mounts to the top of any drum ring
Cardioid polar pattern minimizes noise and off-axis leakage
Low frequency roll-off eliminates rumble and low-frequency noise
Adjustable gooseneck provides stable microphone capsule placement
AKG C518ML Specs
| Transducer | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Response | 60Hz to 20kHz |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 63 dB |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 130/132 dB SPL (for 1%/3% THD) |
| Power Requirements | 9 to 52V Phantom |
| Output Impedance | Recommended Load: >/= 2000 ohms |
| Output Connectors | 3-pin mini-XLR |
| Pad | No |
| Low Frequency Roll-Off | Low-Cut Filter |
| Dimensions | 7.9 x 1.9" (200 x 47mm) Cable Length: 5-feet (1.5m) |
| Weight | 220 g (7.8 oz.) |
