AKG Ara
- Pro-Grade, High-Quality Sound
- Two Capsule Array Modes
- Easy Setup and Universal Compatibility
- Headphone Output and Volume Control
- Versatile Mounting Options
- Modern Design With Vintage Appeal
- Complete Production Solution
- Pro-Grade, High-Quality Sound
- Two Capsule Array Modes
- Easy Setup and Universal Compatibility
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- Pro-Grade, High-Quality Sound
- Two Capsule Array Modes
- Easy Setup and Universal Compatibility
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Pro-Grade, High-Quality Sound
24-bit/96kHz high-resolution converters
Two Capsule Array Modes
Two-capsule mic array provides two user-friendly capture modes
Easy Setup and Universal Compatibility
Intuitive, plug-and-play setup and operation with support for Mac® and PC, plus iOS® and Android™ tablets and phones
Features
Headphone Output and Volume Control
Zero latency monitoring while tracking with full control over output volume, mic gain and mute
Versatile Mounting Options
Use with the integrated desktop mic stand or mount to a standard or boom mic stand
Modern Design With Vintage Appeal
Camera-ready styling for on-screen appeal
Complete Production Solution
Includes Ableton Live 11 Lite audio production software
Specs & Downloads
Item# AKG-C22-USB
Description
Amazing Sound for Any Application
The AKG Ara two-pattern USB microphone lets podcasters, bloggers, gamers and musicians capture pro-quality, high-resolution sound right from their desktops. Whether you’re streaming or recording, capture audio at 24-bit, 96kHz resolution for crystal-clear speech clarity and stunning vocal and instrument tracks. Ara’s dual pickup patterns let you focus on a single voice or instrument or everyone in the room: Choose the directional Front (cardioid) pattern to focus on sound directly in front of the mic while rejecting sound from other sides; use the Front + Back (omni) pattern to pick up sounds all around the mic, such as multiple speakers or a group of performers. Use Ara on a desktop, boom, stand or even on the go, with an optional adapter and your mobile device. It’s plug-and-play simple, thanks to USB connectivity and class-compliant drivers.
General Specifications
- Microphone Transfer Protocol
- USB 2.0
- Microphone Transducer
- 2 fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser capsules
- Microphone Capture Modes
- Selectable; Front, Front & Back
- Microphone Frequency Response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Microphone Bit Depth / Sample Rate
- 24-bit / 96 kHz (The technical specification on the packaging of Harman’s AKG Ara incorrectly states that this microphone supports 192 kHz. The correct specification is 96 kHz. Harman is actively working to correct this error, and will have corrected AKG Ara packaging available after November 1, 2021.)
- Microphone Maximum SPL
- 120 dB SPL (0.5% THD)
- Microphone Power Requirement / Consumption
- 5V USB / 75 mA
- Headphone Output Impedance
- 16 ohms
- Headphone Power Output (RMS)
- 12 mv (16 ohm)
- Headphone THD
- 0.03% (USB -20dbfs input) ; 0.35% ( Acoustic 94dbfs input)
- Headphone Frequency Response
- 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Headphone S/N Ratio
- 91db (USB input) ; 76db ( Acoustic 94dbfs input)
Dimensions
- Box Dims (L x W x H)
- 182 x 114 X 221 mm
- Product Weight
- 0.665 kg
What's in The Box?
- 1 x AKG Ara Microphone
- 1 x 2m USB-C to USB-A cable
- 1 x 3/8" to 5/8" Microphone Stand Adapter
- 1 x Quick Start Guide
- 1 x Regulatory Documents
- 1 x Ableton Live 11 Lite Registration Card
- *Packaging correction - The technical specification on the packaging of Harman’s AKG Ara incorrectly states that this microphone supports 192 kHz. The correct specification is 96 kHz. Harman is actively working to correct this error, and will have corrected AKG Ara packaging available after November 1, 2021.
Documents & Downloads
Forbes:
“If you’re looking for a super-sensitive USB microphone with plenty of warmth and a built-in amplifier that can drive a wide range of headphones, the AKG Ara is a winner. It looks great, too.”
Innovation & Tech Today:
“The Ara simply blew me away in terms of how well I sounded on the recording — far better than I expected.”
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