AKG Crown CM-311A 2010s

The Crown CM-311A is a premium, heavy-duty headworn cardioid condenser microphone built to deliver studio-quality vocal sound in loud, live stage environments. Famous for its use by artists like Garth Brooks and Phil Collins, it provides exceptional gain-before-feedback and rejects unwanted background noise.

Key Features & TechnologyDifferoid® Technology: Features Crown's proprietary differential noise-canceling technology. It cancels out ambient noise, making it incredibly effective for singing drummers or performing in front of loud stage monitors and PA systems

High Gain-Before-Feedback: Provides significantly higher gain-before-feedback than conventional headset mics, allowing for extreme volume without squealing.

Studio-Quality Sound: Sounds just like a premium handheld vocal mic, offering a full, clear, and distortion-free reproduction.

Design & Comfort: Features a rugged yet lightweight behind-the-ear design that keeps the microphone securely in place and prevents it from covering your face.

Rugged yet lightweight, the CM-311A is comfortable for long gigs and built to withstand the demands of live performance. Connect via its XLR output to a mixer or wireless system and unleash your vocal prowess.

A Cardioid Pickup Pattern That Zeroes In On Your Voice
The CM-311A's cardioid condenser capsule is highly directional, picking up sound sources directly in front of the mic while attenuating sounds from the sides and rear. This focused pickup pattern eliminates feedback and effectively rejects unwanted noise from monitors, instruments and ambient sounds in the venue. The result is a clean, articulate vocal reproduction with plenty of gain before feedback.

Tailored Frequency Response for Stunning Vocal Reproduction
With a frequency range of 50Hz to 17kHz, the CM-311A is optimized to capture the nuance and character of the human voice. Its tailored frequency response accentuates the richness, warmth and clarity in your vocals, allowing your voice to cut through the mix with stunning detail and realism. From subtle breath sounds to powerful, belted notes, the CM-311A translates each vocal inflection with lifelike accuracy.

Rugged Yet Comfortable Design For Live Performance
While the CM-311A delivers studio-quality vocal reproduction, it is built to handle the rigors of live performance. Its robust, lightweight construction provides full-range articulation without compromising comfort, even during lengthy sets. Adjustable, flexible mic arms allow you to position the mic perfectly for your needs. And with its durable build, the CM-311A stands up to the demands of touring and live shows, giving you a vocal mic you can rely on for years to come.

Simple Connectivity via XLR Output
The CM-311A features a standard three-pin XLR output for simple connectivity to mixers, wireless transmitters and other audio equipment. Providing a balanced, low-impedance output, the CM-311A can be used with long cable runs without signal degradation. Its XLR output makes the CM-311A a highly versatile vocal mic suitable for a wide range of live sound and recording applications.

Microphone Type: Condenser

Connector: XLR

Polar Pattern: Cardioid

Frequency Response: 50Hz-17kHz Max

SPL:148dB

SPL Signal to Noise Ratio: 68dB

Self Noise: 26dB

Output Impedance: 75 ohms

Color: Black

Dimensions: H: 5.5 x W: 7 x L: 3" / H: 13.97 x W: 17.78 x L: 7.62 cm

Cable Length: 3.5'

Weight: 2.08 oz

This microphone needs 48v phantom power.
It has a battery belt pack with an on/off switch, a programmable mic on/off switch, and a “Mic On” LED.
The mic on/off switch can be programmed to work in three ways:
* Push-on/push-off.
* Momentary on.
* Momentary off.

Very good condition, but battery backup power does not work and never has despite having been sent to authorized service twice!

Includes windscreen filter, case