AKG C 411 PP Reviews

AKG C411 Condenser microphone

really, it's amazing. I've tried on my old master Italian violin & it's very powerful and recommended for strings classic instrument.

Satisfied with quality and functionality

In general I am satisfied with its functionality, only in very lower frequencies it's a little weak. I am curious if really has 10hz and above a possibility to detect the signal.

Good for starting out, handling noise, gigantic xlr plug

This is my first contact microphone. I think it can be good for starting out in sound design and as a complementary mic for field recordings. The cable is prone to transfer all the handling noise to the mic, so it must be a good practice to place the mic in place before starting the recording sessions. Another weak part is the plug that's enormous compared to the mic itself, even the included pouch can't contain easily the connector, you must put it diagonally. Maybe in future version they consider to use a little and more portable plug.

perfect for small harps

I use this one with multiple small harps and I am stunned. It sounds as well as a fancy DPA on these small string instruments. Won-der-ful

For the experimental recordist, not good for live music

This microphone is good if you want to do an experimental recording of some resonating material without the ambient noise in your way, so it can be a very valuable tool if you're a sound designer. In my opinion it's not very good for recording violins, guitars etc in a studio, because the self noise is very high and the frequency response is not very linear. As a live reinforcement microphone it can feedback if pumped too high, so beware, but sometimes it helped me as second microphone to amplify double basses and saved the concert. Anyway, it's WAY better than a piezo for most applications. Note: the best adhesive to pair with this microphone in my opinion is called Blu Tak, made by Bostik.

does not work

It does not work at all .Maybe olny my mic was damaged I dont know

Very happy with some of the results I've had so far. I use it for both sound design and live sampling.

Microphone connector barely fits in protective bag.

I've used it on a musical saw. Every resonating metal material I find. Even some drums to give them slightly more body. Glass bottles. I've been looking for something like this for a long time. It doesn't have a full spectrum representation, but nonetheless I'm happy with this.

Sounds good!

Sounds good, good quality. Make sure you have phantom power!

Bought 4, each of them sounds different

I would not recommend it, one came broken and comparing the 4 of them I bought, each off them pick up the sound in a different way.

Great for acoustic instruments in a loud band

It works great for amplifying quiet instruments in a loud environment, the sound quality isn't excellent, but if the mic is placed in the right spot, it should sound acceptable.

I would suggest to buy additional adhesive foil, because it will run short faster than you think.

Great for amplifying an acoustic guitar

I use the AKG C 411 PP to amplify my Loar 600 and it works perfectly. Captures the rich sound of the instrument. The only inconvenience is that you need to use some sticky material (provided with the microphone) to attach the microphone to the guitar. Not sure if this material damages the instrument in the long run. So far I cannot notice any damage.

The microphone to go for when you're short of cigars...

When the moment comes to record a classical guitar nothing beats a traditional microphone. Apart from this AKG411PP that produces very detailed reproduction of the guitar's frequency spectrum.

Being a condenser microphone, it sounds way better than a piezo, and gives the advantage to carefully chose the position on the topo, to maximize the tone response.

Incredbly Clear for something so small

This microphone is a very useful piece to have at the studio or on the go. Whilst creating sounds for a SciFi Pilot I was sticking it on the oddest places like car bonnets and walls of caves. You'd be amazed at hoe creative this mic lets you be

Pros: Great sound, can fit in your pocket, can be placed on anything

Cons: the sticky material given with the mic is very little but Glue Tac will do

For unusual instruments as well great!

I use this mic for Ukrainian bandura which is quite big 67 string and has bass register and strings which sounds like an harp.

So this mic pics up very clearly all registers and sound is soft and warm.

Also it douse not make any other third party noise.

Easy to attach. Just glue it with the tape which is in the package.

Disadvantage that its not active, so you have to buy a phantom power, Which I bought.

AKG C 411 legendary

Excellent microphone for sound recording or live performances. We tried it on classic guitar , mandolin and violin. It really reproduce sound clearly and without any coloration. It works perfectly during live recoding and it unique size does not affect any instrument play and it does not change the original sound of the instrument. We believe it is a perfect solution for any strings instrument making any sound engineer works easily !

Excellent

I bought this specifically for use on a Banjo. It does a fine job there but its main prupose now is on a violin that we use in a loud rock band. I have to say this does a great job. No feedback and the tone is excellent (obviously this is also dependent on placement) . Highly recommended

Finally a acoustic mic that sounds amazing!

This little mic just blew me away with its sound, I have used all sorts of mic's for gigging and recording acoustic guitars in the studio and this one is far and away the best value for money. It makes the guitar sound more "natural" and gives a purer representation of the instruments tone. The handy "sticky goo" that is used for attaching the mic is great for finding the sweet spot and is easily removed with no signs of damage to my Martin or Guild. The difference in sound is remarkable, AKG really hit the nail on the head with this new design.