Recording Sound/AV company Live applications Vocals D 5/D 5 S Extremely rugged vocal/speech microphone Available with or without on/off switch Patented AKG Laminated Varimotion diaphragm Spring steel wire-mesh grill The D 5 dynamic vocal microphone for lead and backing vocals delivers a powerful sound even on the noisiest stage. Its supercardioid polar pattern ensures maximum gain before feedback (for more details, visit www.akg.com/feedbackisdead). The D 5 stands for a crisp sound that cuts through every mix. AKG made the first microphone diaphragm ever whose thickness varies across its diameter. The new Laminated Varimotion diaphragm deep-drawing process allows the diaphragm itself to be fine-tuned with no extra tuning resonators, leading to a quantum leap in audio performance. The dual shock mount eliminates any kind of mechanical noise for trouble-free live use. The audience will hear nothing but the pristine sound of your voice!Polar pattern supercardioid Frequency range 70 Hz to 20 kHz Sensitivity 2.6 mV/Pa (-52 dBV) Max. SPL 147/156 dB SPL (for 1% / 3% THD) Equivalent noise level (IEC 60268-4, A-weighted) 18 dB-A Impedance <= 600 ohms Recommended load impedance >= 2000 ohms Connector 3-pin XLR Finish matte grayish blue Dimensions length: 185.2 mm (7.3 in.); diameter: 51 mm (2 in.) Net weight 340 g (12 oz.) Shipping weight 655 g (1.45 lbs.)