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Microphones
Microphones
Goosenecks
AKG Modular Series
The AKG Modular Series is used worldwide and has proven its worth over many years. Bringing together a
flexible array of gooseneck lengths, connectors, and interchangeable capsules, the Modular Series addresses
three main needs of Installed Sound Contractors:
Flexibility:
With a range of 12 goosenecks (and hangers) and a selection of five capsules, the Modular Series offers
unparalleled flexibility and can meet virtually and need.
Reliability:
Close attention to detail in design and production ensures that the components in the Modular Series will deliver years of service without
mechanical, electrical or acoustical deterioration.
Low profile:
The Modular Series microphones are compact and finished in matte grey to ensure that they are inconspicuous in use - but without
sacrificing robustness or sound quality.
Added reliability - maximum contact area:
The size of the contact area between the microphone capsule and the gooseneck determines the reliability of the entire
installation. Instead of the failure-prone conventional point contacts, all Modular Series products use large-area, self-
cleaning gold plated contacts that engage in groove-and-tongue fashion. In addition, a hard, rugged thread stabilizes
the joint. The extremely deep groove of the thread prevents misalignment and ensures long useful life of all Modular
Series products even if they are used in installations that are frequently reconfigured or in mobile systems.
Added reliability - tested for stability:
A high quality gooseneck bends precisely into the desired shape and is
resistant to inadvertent readjustment. This stability of shape depends entirely
on consistent resilience of the springs inside the gooseneck. Therefore, all Modular Series Gooseneck Modules are subjected to a rigorous
quality test during which they are bent into extreme shapes and must keep their shape until bent again. Any gooseneck that does not pass
this test is rejected immediately.
Added reliability - useful LED indicator:
All Installation Modules provide an LED ring. A world first, it uses special circuitry to operate off
standard phantom power or a separate power supply.
The LED ring indicates system status:
• Mic On: The LED ring glows to indicate that the system has been wired correctly
and phantom power is on. Thus, the operator will know at a glance whether the hardware
has been installed correctly. There is no need to test each microphone.
• Mic Off: If none of the above functions is desired, the LED ring can be deactivated.
In this mode, it is practically invisible.
Added reliability - hidden controls:
The phantom power adapter contains two jumpers that let you activate a 250 Hz bass
rolloff and deactivate the LED ring. Since the jumpers are hidden inside the adapter
case they cannot be changed unintentionally.