AKG D12 VR

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AKG D12 VR

AKG

D12 VR

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 295404
Brand: AKG
Model: D12 VR
Price: $511.50

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The AKG D12 VR is a workhorse for serious bass drum tracking. It nails that classic, punchy sound with a touch of vintage warmth thanks to the C414 transformer and clever bass chamber. It's a great choice for rock, metal, and heavier genres where you need a mic that can handle the low-end thunder.

Product Description

  • AKG D12 VR
  • Dynamic Bass Drum Microphone
  • 3 Switchable sound presets
  • Automatic -10 dB pad
  • Extra thin diaphragm
  • C414 Transformer
  • Bass chamber for powerful basses
  • 48V Phantom power for sound presets is required
  • cardioid
  • 17 - 17
  • 000 Hz
  • 164 dB SPL max.
  • 200 Ohm
  • Dimensions: 125 x 101 x 66 mm
  • Weight 500 g
  • Colour: Black
  • Incl. Neoprene bag and foam material case
PROS
  • • Transformer imparts a pleasing, vintage-style harmonic richness.
  • • Bass chamber delivers genuinely powerful and defined low-end response.
  • • Switchable presets offer tailored sounds without external EQ manipulation.
  • • Robust construction with AKG’s usual reliable build quality.
CONS
  • • Requires 48V phantom power, adding complexity to the setup.
  • • Cardioid pattern limits flexibility in multi-mic drum setups.
  • • Relatively heavy, which can be a factor on drum stands.

Product Video

Key Features

Mic Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 17 - 17000 Hz
Max SPL 164 dB
Sensitivity Approximately -58 dBV/Pa (estimated based on similar AKG dynamics)
Weight 500 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Beta 52A is generally considered more neutral, while the D12 VR offers a more colored, vintage-style tone with more perceived 'oomph' – it’s a matter of taste.
They offer different EQ curves – one for a more scooped low end, one for a balanced sound, and one for a more aggressive attack – allowing for quick adjustments without external processing.
Yes, it contributes to the microphone’s responsiveness and transient detail, allowing for a more articulate bass drum sound, though it also means it’s slightly more susceptible to handling noise.

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