Name: AKG C516ML Instrument Microphone
Brand: AKG
SKU: C516ML
Availability: InStock

AKG C516ML Instrument Microphone

£129.00

This miniature instrument microphone features a clip-on, flexible mounting arm making it perfect for capturing high fidelity audio from a instrument source, even when the sweet spot is very small! Here’s what AKG say about the C516-ML MIGHTY MICROMIC for miking up accordions, guitars and pianos The C516 ML professional miniature instrumental microphone, part of […]

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Brands: AKG

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Description

This miniature instrument microphone features a clip-on, flexible mounting arm making it perfect for capturing high fidelity audio from a instrument source, even when the sweet spot is very small!

Here’s what AKG say about the C516-ML

MIGHTY MICROMIC for miking up accordions, guitars and pianos

The C516 ML professional miniature instrumental microphone, part of the MicroMics family, is designed for use on accordions, pianos, guitar speakers and keyboard/organ cabinets. Using two C516 MLs (one on the bass and one on the treble side) and an optional B29 L battery power supply is the ideal way to mic up an accordion.

Key Features

The C516 ML comes with a wide variety of mounting materials, such as screws, adhesive pads and adapter plates, for easy installation on the instrument or amp.
Cardioid polar pattern for problem-free use with high ambient noise rejection
Flexible shock mount for efficient suppression of mechanical and body noise
Rugged, highly stable gooseneck for precise placement of the microphone
Detachable microphone cable easy to install and service
Established as an industry-standard accordion mic on stages worldwide, day by day for decades

Specifications

GENERAL

Audio Frequency bandwidth: 60 to 20000 Hz
Sensitivity: 5 mV/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level: 31 dB-A
Signal to Noise: 63 dB-A
Electrical Impedance: 200 Ohms
Recommended Load Impedance: 2000 Ohms
Audio Frequency bandwidth: 60 to 20000 Hz
Sensitivity: 5 mV/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level: 31 dB-A
Signal to Noise: 63 dB-A
Electrical Impedance: 200 Ohms
Recommended Load Impedance: 2000 Ohms

POLAR PATTERNS

Polar Pattern: cardioid
Number: 1
Polar Pattern: cardioid
Number: 1

POWERING INTERFACE

Voltage: 2 to 12 V
Current: 2 mA
Voltage: 2 to 12 V
Current: 2 mA

AUDIO OUTPUT

Type: Mini XLR
Gender: Female
Contacts: 3-pin
Type: Mini XLR
Gender: Female
Contacts: 3-pin

DESIGN

Body: metal
Finish: matte black

DIMENSIONS / WEIGHT

Net Weight: 46 g
Width: 47 mm
Height: 235 mm
Net Weight: 46 g
Width: 47 mm
Height: 235 mm

Brand

AKG is a long-established manufacturer known for reliable microphones used in studio, broadcast, and live sound. Their designs focus on clarity and consistency, making them trusted tools for both professional engineers and serious home recordists.

AKG are especially well known for condenser microphones, widely used on vocals, acoustic instruments, and overheads, with many models considered studio standards.

MicPro suggests AKG microphones if you value clear, detailed sound, low self-noise, and proven, dependable designs. Strong tags to look out for include condenser, studio standard, cardioid, low noise, and professional grade.