AKG CHM 99 B
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AKG
CHM 99 B
Product Info
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The AKG CHM 99 B is a solid, dependable choice for choir and vocal ensembles in fixed installations. Its robust build and focused cardioid pickup make it easy to manage sound in reverberant spaces – a real workhorse for churches, schools, and performance halls.
Product Description
- AKG CHM 99 B
- Condenser Hanging Microphone
- Cardiod
- 70 - 18
- 000 Hz
- 125 dB (k = 1%)
- 10 M cable
- 125° pickup angle
- 3-Pol. XLR connector
- Especially for choir pick up
- Integrated spring clamp for optimum alignment
- Dimensions 13.5 x 55 mm
- Weight: 480 g
- Colour: Black
- Includes foam windshield
PROS
- • Robust zinc die-cast housing handles demanding installations.
- • Cardioid pattern effectively isolates choirs, minimizing room noise.
- • Integrated spring clamp simplifies precise and secure alignment.
- • Included 10m cable reduces setup complexity and cable clutter.
CONS
- • Relatively heavy build might require stronger hanging hardware.
- • Limited polar pattern choice restricts use in diverse acoustic scenarios.
- • While decent, the frequency response isn't as refined as higher-end models.
Product Video
Key Features
Mic Type
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Frequency Range
70 - 18,000 Hz
Cable Length
10 m
Phantom Power
48V
Weight
480 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
The C490B offers a wider range of polar patterns, but the 99B’s simpler design and integrated spring clamp make it easier to deploy and align quickly.
It's a functional cable, but for truly high-fidelity recordings, you'd likely want to upgrade to a premium XLR cable to minimize potential noise.
You’ll want to use a sturdy aircraft cable and secure mounting points; a swivel is advisable to prevent cable twisting and unwanted noise.
