AKG D5 WL1 Professional Dynamic Microphone Head
The AKG D5 WL1 is a professional-grade dynamic microphone head engineered for studio recording and live capture. Built around AKG’s patented laminated Varimotion diaphragm, this supercardioid mic delivers articulate, presence-peaked response that sits forward in a mix with clarity and definition. The compact, hand-friendly design pairs seamlessly with DMS800 and WMS4500 wireless systems for flexible session and live recording setups.
Audio Performance & Pickup Pattern
The supercardioid polar pattern provides excellent off-axis rejection, allowing isolated vocal and instrument captures in less-than-ideal studio spaces and live recording scenarios. A frequency response of 70–20,000 Hz with natural presence peak ensures vocals and instruments cut through dense mixes while remaining articulate and defined, while the sensitivity of 2.6 mV/Pa captures full dynamic range with clean, low-noise signal transmission. Maximum SPL ratings of 147 dB @ 1% and 156 dB @ 3% handle aggressive sources—screaming vocals, loud drums, guitar amps—without distortion or saturation.
Design & Build Quality
The capsule features a dual shock mount that isolates vibration and handling noise, essential for handheld recording work where isolation counts toward a cleaner final take. An integrated pop filter manages plosives naturally without requiring external treatment, while the durable spring-steel wire-mesh grille withstands repeated studio use and mobile recording sessions without compromising sonic clarity or frequency response.
Key Features
- Dynamic microphone with patented laminated Varimotion diaphragm
- Supercardioid polar pattern for tight feedback rejection
- Frequency response: 70–20,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 2.6 mV/Pa
- Maximum SPL: 147 dB @ 1% THD / 156 dB @ 3% THD
- Dual shock mount capsule isolation system
- Integrated pop filter
- Spring-steel wire-mesh grille construction
- Compatible with AKG DMS800 wireless system (DHT800 transmitter)
- Compatible with AKG WMS4500 wireless system (HT4500 transmitter)
- Designed for live vocal and live instrument applications
- Professional-grade build for touring and studio environments
The D5 WL1 combines wireless system compatibility with the sonic character and rejection capabilities that recording professionals demand for capturing and mixing vocals and instruments in studio and live recording environments.
