Great sounds for on stage and in the studio. The akg c300 large diaphragm condenser is a versatile microphone that is perfectly suited to a wide range of sound sources. A cardioid capsule with a 1 diaphragm and advanced backplate technology captures your sound with exceptional clarity and detail whilst a switchable attenuation pad and low cut filter allow you to capture high spl sources up to 150db as well as compensate for the proximity effect. The c3000 also boasts an incredibly rugged design. The heavy duty all metal body provides excellent rejection of rf interference whilst simultaneously protecting the hand selected internal components. The transducer features gold sputtering on one side only preventing local shorts to the back electrode. With this intelligent design the c3000 ensures reliable operation for years to come.