AKG C451 EB Condenser Microphone with CK5 Capsule – Vintage 1970s – Made in Austria
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Vintage AKG C451 EB condenser microphone with original CK5 cardioid capsule, dating from the 1970s. Made in Austria.
A highly regarded vintage AKG microphone known for its detailed, open and natural sound. The C451 EB is particularly well suited for acoustic guitar, percussion, drum overheads, hi-hats, piano, strings, and a wide range of studio recording applications.
Condition
The microphone is in excellent overall working condition. It has been carefully preserved and shows only minor signs of age and light cosmetic wear/corrosion consistent with its vintage.
The microphone is sold with the CK5 capsule as shown in the photos.
Specifications
- Brand: AKG
- Model: C451 EB
- Capsule: CK5
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Type: Vintage condenser microphone
- Era: 1970s
- Country of Manufacture: Austria
- Condition: Excellent, with minor cosmetic signs of age
Sound & Applications
The C451 EB is an excellent choice for capturing:
- Acoustic guitar
- Percussion and traditional instruments
- Drum overheads and hi-hat
- Piano
- Strings
- Room/ambient recordings
- Vocals and other detailed sources
A great opportunity to own a genuine vintage Austrian AKG C451 EB with CK5 capsule, particularly suitable for professional recording studios and collectors of classic AKG microphones.
Please carefully review all photos for the exact cosmetic condition and included items.
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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