C3000 : AKG C3000

I use the C3000 mainly for home studio recording, to mic up guitar amps, & have used it occasionally for vocals. I have also used it a couple of times at live gigs as an instrument mic.

i have had good results in each of these scenarios, but i find it has been more effective as a guitar mic (i have other mics that are better suited for vocals)

Features:

the C3000 is a large condenser mic, with a gold sputtered 1" diaphragm.

it has a -10db attenuation switch for use in close miking, allowing you to record music with high sound pressure levels (up to 150db)

it also has a low cut filter switch which eliminates proximity effect.

it comes with a nicely designed shock mount, & a hard case

pros:

(check features above)

cons:

the only thing i can think of is that it has gone up in price since i bought it

all in all, it is a great little mic, good quality sound, sturdy build & good value for money