AKG Acoustics GmbH

C 555 L

  • Head-worn microphone with continuously adjustable behind-the-neck headband
  • Moisture shield
  • Optimum audio and intelligibility even at high ambient noise levels
  • Microphone arm provides choice of left or right-hand use

The new C 555 L head-worn microphone from AKG is rugged, extremely easy to use, and offers outstanding price/performance. The C 555 L is the ideal microphone for any handsfree application including gymnastics instruction, presentations, or onstage performance. The C 555 L rests securely and comfortably on the head, and can be attached to the left or right side of the behind-the-neck headband as desired. A transducer shock mount reduces handling noise to a minimum. The moisture shield prevents perspiration from penetrating into the transducer element, ensuring a high degree of humidity protection for the microphone.

The C 555 L is the only version available and can be used with the B 29 L battery power supply, AKG WMS Series bodypack transmitters, or the MPA V L adapter for external phantom powering.

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Polar patterncardioid
Frequency range80 Hz to 20 kHz
Sensitivity35 mV/Pa (-29 dBV)
Max. SPL126 dB/130 dB (for 1%/3% THD)
Equivalent noise level22 dB-A
Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted)72 dB
Impedance<= 200 ohms
Recommended load impedance>= 2000 ohms
Powering<= 2 mA
Power requirement9 to 52 V phantom power to DIN 45596 or battery powering from B 29 L, or AKG bodypack transmitter
Connector3-pin mini XLR
Cable1.5 m (5 ft.)
Finishmatte black
Dimensionslength: 195 mm (7.7 in.) (microphone only); max. diameter: 134 mm (5.3 in.)
Net weight26 g (0.9 oz.)
Shipping weight260 g (9.2 oz.)


C 555 L
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