AKG C5 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
AKG C5 The AKG C5 is a professional condenser vocal microphone, designed to make your voice cut through the loudest mix - on any stage. Its cardioid polar pattern ensures maximum gain before feedback and has been optimised for use with in-ear monitor systems. An attachable presence boost adapter offers the unique choice of two sound flavors for a superior audio performance. A gold-plated transducer case protects the capsule from corrosion and humidity. The solid die-cast housing and its extremely rugged grille construction make the C5 an easy to use, reliable companion for tough stage jobs.
AKG C5 The AKG C5 is a professional condenser vocal microphone, designed to make your voice cut through the loudest mix - on any stage. Its cardioid polar pattern ensures maximum gain before feedback and has been optimised for use with in-ear monitor systems. An attachable presence boost adapter offers the unique choice of two sound flavors for a superior audio performance. A gold-plated transducer case protects the capsule from corrosion and humidity. The solid die-cast housing and its extremely rugged grille construction make the C5 an easy to use, reliable companion for tough stage jobs.
AKG C5 The AKG C5 is a professional condenser vocal microphone, designed to make your voice cut through the loudest mix - on any stage. Its cardioid polar pattern ensures maximum gain before feedback and has been optimised for use with in-ear monitor systems. An attachable presence boost adapter offers the unique choice of two sound flavors for a superior audio performance. A gold-plated transducer case protects the capsule from corrosion and humidity. The solid die-cast housing and its extremely rugged grille construction make the C5 an easy to use, reliable companion for tough stage jobs.
AKG C5 The AKG C5 is a professional condenser vocal microphone, designed to make your voice cut through the loudest mix - on any stage. Its cardioid polar pattern ensures maximum gain before feedback and has been optimised for use with in-ear monitor systems. An attachable presence boost adapter offers the unique choice of two sound flavors for a superior audio performance. A gold-plated transducer case protects the capsule from corrosion and humidity. The solid die-cast housing and its extremely rugged grille construction make the C5 an easy to use, reliable companion for tough stage jobs.
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The lowest price for AKG C5 Cardioid Condenser Microphone right now is $222.69 at Reverb, compared across 27 retailers.
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Prices last updated 10 June 2026.
Last updated at 10/06/2026 14:10:45
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originally posted on musiciansfriend.com
The AKG C5 is a great microphone. I wanted a condenser for my home studio and it came down to this or an Shure 87. I've always loved and owned AKG mics, so I bought this, along with a Presonus tube preamp. I was pleased, but not blown away with the studio performance, but I simply may not have not have mastered the preamp thing. Then, I took the mic out live, where some seasoned vocalists and and a quality live soundman all asked, "what's that mic! It's the best I've ever heard!" I have performed in some nice venues, with some very nice gear as an opening act. The C5 is easily the best live vocal mic I have used or heard outside of a major concert. It's my voice, totally clean with no added color or noise. Two people with extensive experience that heard mine are ... MoreThe AKG C5 is a great microphone. I wanted a condenser for my home studio and it came down to this or an Shure 87. I've always loved and owned AKG mics, so I bought this, along with a Presonus tube preamp. I was pleased, but not blown away with the studio performance, but I simply may not have not have mastered the preamp thing. Then, I took the mic out live, where some seasoned vocalists and and a quality live soundman all asked, "what's that mic! It's the best I've ever heard!" I have performed in some nice venues, with some very nice gear as an opening act. The C5 is easily the best live vocal mic I have used or heard outside of a major concert. It's my voice, totally clean with no added color or noise. Two people with extensive experience that heard mine are buying one for themselves. And compared to the price of a great guitar or keyboard, a few hundred bucks is a steal.
originally posted on ebay.com
This mic is great for recording most everything and doesn't break the bank
originally posted on ebay.com
Great mic!
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Delivery $29.69
AKG C5 Handheld Condenser Vocal Microphone
Delivery $85.75
AKG C5 Handheld Condenser Microphone
Delivery between 12–23 June $20
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Akg C5 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Free delivery between 17–23 June
The AKG C5 is a great microphone. I wanted a condenser for my home studio and it came down to this or an Shure 87. I've always loved and owned AKG mics, so I bought this, along with a Presonus tube preamp. I was pleased, but not blown away with the studio performance, but I simply may not have not have mastered the preamp thing. Then, I took the mic out live, where some seasoned vocalists and and a quality live soundman all asked, "what's that mic! It's the best I've ever heard!" I have performed in some nice venues, with some very nice gear as an opening act. The C5 is easily the best live vocal mic I have used or heard outside of a major concert. It's my voice, totally clean with no added color or noise. Two people with extensive experience that heard mine are ... MoreThe AKG C5 is a great microphone. I wanted a condenser for my home studio and it came down to this or an Shure 87. I've always loved and owned AKG mics, so I bought this, along with a Presonus tube preamp. I was pleased, but not blown away with the studio performance, but I simply may not have not have mastered the preamp thing. Then, I took the mic out live, where some seasoned vocalists and and a quality live soundman all asked, "what's that mic! It's the best I've ever heard!" I have performed in some nice venues, with some very nice gear as an opening act. The C5 is easily the best live vocal mic I have used or heard outside of a major concert. It's my voice, totally clean with no added color or noise. Two people with extensive experience that heard mine are buying one for themselves. And compared to the price of a great guitar or keyboard, a few hundred bucks is a steal.
This mic is great for recording most everything and doesn't break the bank
Great mic!
Nice addition to my PA without breaking the bank it Looks good on stage and make my singer sound as good as she really is, it feels good in your hand has a nice balance. The AKG logo makes a nice refrance point to keep the pattern in line and tell you which end is up so far I love this thing but the Bag! I just can't get past how cheap and flimsy that is to be in the same box!I have a great mic and now I need to get a safe place to store it.I have a pair of D1000s that have been through the test of time, after 15 years of hard use and some blatant abuse I had a short in one that took all of 10 min to fix and they sound as good today as they did then, they are not vocal mikes but will do the job in a pinch. that being said I purchased the C5 for our lead vocalist ... MoreNice addition to my PA without breaking the bank it Looks good on stage and make my singer sound as good as she really is, it feels good in your hand has a nice balance. The AKG logo makes a nice refrance point to keep the pattern in line and tell you which end is up so far I love this thing but the Bag! I just can't get past how cheap and flimsy that is to be in the same box!I have a great mic and now I need to get a safe place to store it.I have a pair of D1000s that have been through the test of time, after 15 years of hard use and some blatant abuse I had a short in one that took all of 10 min to fix and they sound as good today as they did then, they are not vocal mikes but will do the job in a pinch. that being said I purchased the C5 for our lead vocalist in our band. I have only had it for a week but I expect it will be around a long time to come based on my D1000s longevity. The bag it comes with is junk, the zipper broke the first time I zipped it so get a case or bag to protect your investment. First impression was this is a quality product, well built and meant to last. But what about the sound you say? The one word I would use to describe it is WOW! This Mic Rocks, bringing out nuances in the vocals you would only expect to get in the studio and it does it on a noisy stage. Gain before feedback is very good if the EQ is correct and if it is not your sound will suffer, this thing has a narrow sweet spot, try to fatten it up it turns to mud quickly, try to brighten it and it squeals like "Babe" on an electric fence, but when you hit that sweet spot the sound is stellar and it needs nothing. proximity effects are smooth and predictable with good mic presence this will make your vocals shine.Ok I didn't rate the cheep bag just the Mic I would give the bag a negative 5Ok it's way cheaper than a bata 87 and the sound is on par or a little better but the bag? Really? come on guys you take this piece of working art and store it in that flimsy thin wish I had a bag bag.just pony up and make a little box with some foam like my D1000s came in, and yes after 15 years I still use those boxes with the help of some Gaffing tape.
Used it once on a heavy metal band. The vocals DID cut through the mix, even with 2 heavy distorted guitars, the voclas were clear and warm. Not much Eq was need on with mic. A good mic for any metal band. Just back down on the hi freq. a little, don't need muchEq at all. I compare it a KSM9 Shure which over twice the price. As a good feel to it as well, good balanced weight.
I am the lead vocalist in an alternative rock band. In all the years I've spent trying mics and getting frustrated with them, I have never heard anything compared to the C5. With thumping drums and loud strings, I could never hear myself clearly until now. TRY IT...you won't be dissapointed.
