The D19 was a cardioid dynamic microphone manufactured by AKG in the 1960s. It is famous today for its use at Abbey Road studios during numerous Beatles recording sessions, most notably as a drum overhead mic for Ringo Starr.
Multiple variations of the microphone were manufactured by AKG. At least two grille designs were used. Output connectors varied as well. Further, the D19 was branded by multiple distributors, most notably Telefunken.
The product literature identifies two distinct models of the D19, with the primary difference being the output impedance of the microphone.
BRAND: AKG
BARCODE/UPC:
Serial Number: 169679
- Transducer Type: Dynamic (moving coil)
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid (unidirectional, becomes more directional at low frequencies)
- Frequency Response: 30 Hz – 16,000 Hz (flat from 70 Hz–1500 Hz with a +4 dB presence peak from 3 kHz–10 kHz)
- Output Impedance: 200 Ohms (also manufactured in a 60-ohm variant)
- Bass Attenuator: Continuous mechanical high-pass filter (0 to -10 dB at 50 Hz, adjusted via a ring on the mic neck)
- Physical & Connection Details
- Connector: 3-pin locking DIN / small Tuchel connector
- Length: 152 mm
- Diameter/Width: 38 mm
- Weight: Approx. 200 gram
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