This video clearly shows why the original C3000 is a stellar overlooked mic. The C3000b and the latest attempt AKG offers are not the same as the original C3000. I have owned a C3000 since 2001, I bought a C3000b to compliment it because the C3000 was no longer available, I took it back to the store the next day! The B version is No Where Close to being what the original C3000 is. I don't know why they came out with any other variations because as you here in this video - they NAILED IT the 1st time around
Wow! Amazing job. I came here looking for info about the mic but completely forgot about it after the song started. Please keep these amazing covers coming. Congrats!
Wow...we got 4 of this mics and we don't know it is gold. Anyway you need a good singer to bring it out...That one we fell short. Thumbs up good singing.
To my ears the AKG C3000 blows mics like SM7B out of the water, of course it depends on application. Perhaps the Shure is better for screamers while the C3000 is better for talkers.
I've accumulated three AKG c3000 microphones from the 90s, primarily for drum use, after first seeing this video. I got them before their popularity increased recently and their prices went up. Definitely a valuable investment - these mics are fantastic! 👌
I just bought my first AKG C3000 ('90s Austrian) and this video reaffirms my pal's recommendation to pick one up. I think I have at least another in my future. They should work great on my brother's Ayotte kit for overheads. Thank you for demoing the mics on this sesh. What a great reference from double bass, piano, drums, and voice. I am quite certain it will sound lovely on my violao (classical guitar).
These mics still stand up to the modern mics and at a fraction of the cost...for now. I predict the cost of these will slowly rise. Thanks for listening :)
woah. I have this mic since 1998 (my first condenser mic) and all but had abandoned it due to public opinion and my garbage rooms and engineering skills. But your mic placement, room, and engineering on this have thoroughly changed my mind. wow.
OMG! You are just great! That gave me goosebumps! Her voice is so warm and engaging. I also own an Akg c3000b for my voice over recordings and I really love it. By the way, keep up the stunning work!
Great job. I have 2 of the "B" versions with the single switch. I'm thinking of saving money from buying a shotgun mic and just one of these over head for video work and see how it does. I'm going to have it just out of frame about 2.5' away. Hope it works.
Great job, great band and great great singer! Mics sounds great although im not to sure it suits her vocal. I think she needs a mic that picks up more detail but then we all hear things slightly different. Great job!
Yeah, you won't be disappointed. If something sounds good to your ear, it'll sound good through this mic. One on the best kept secret mics for the price.
@@theengineeratthefacilityna2827thank you so much for your input! Im using it for punk rock vocals, I have a audio technica at2020 and I was looking to upgrade. I hoping the c3000 does me well
Did you do any mods to these mics, for example removing the foam in front of the capsule or removing a layer of mesh from the headbasket? And were these tracks recorded in cardiod or hypercardiod?
The AKG c3000 B was a highly underrated microphone, and asI understand it - the current generation of the AKG c3000 is the same as the 3000b from the late 90s. This video sounds outstanding.
Search for a channel called red cabin acoustic he explains the different versions of this mic. HIGHLY confusing. Akg fucked up more than once and made a world of confusion.
The C3000b Is not the same as the original C3000. I have owned a C3000 since 2001, I bought a C3000b to compliment it because the C3000 was no longer available, I took it back to the store the next day! The B version is No Where Close to being what the original C3000 is. I don't know why they came out with any other variations because as you here in this video - they NAILED IT the 1st time around
@@terryvargo7720 Thanks Terry, I should have read the video description. I saw the row of mics and assumed this was promo for the newer c3000 models and as you pointed out, it isn't! I've always been scared to buy used mics, but maybe the prior use will add to the color... I'd like to get one of these older model c3000s.
So, comparability to the versions made since? And please be realistic! I’m looking at some of the newer production models going for like $100-150 used, and I’m feeling like I’m not gonna find a better overall LDC in *THAT* price range 🤷🏼♂️😕 (This sounds great, btw 😄)
@@Texturas75 I think they're undervalued for sure. But folks are slowing realizing that they're great mics. If you can get one in good condition with the original case and mic clip then $180 is probably a good price. I was lucky to get in early on these and paid on average $110.....so $180 is still a good price.
This video clearly shows why the original C3000 is a stellar overlooked mic. The C3000b and the latest attempt AKG offers are not the same as the original C3000. I have owned a C3000 since 2001, I bought a C3000b to compliment it because the C3000 was no longer available, I took it back to the store the next day! The B version is No Where Close to being what the original C3000 is. I don't know why they came out with any other variations because as you here in this video - they NAILED IT the 1st time around
Wow! Amazing job. I came here looking for info about the mic but completely forgot about it after the song started. Please keep these amazing covers coming. Congrats!
THANK YOU for that very interesting video. And for the beautiful music! 😊
Beautiful in every way. thanks for the info on mic placement too!
what a voice mind-blowing
Wow...we got 4 of this mics and we don't know it is gold. Anyway you need a good singer to bring it out...That one we fell short. Thumbs up good singing.
To my ears the AKG C3000 blows mics like SM7B out of the water, of course it depends on application. Perhaps the Shure is better for screamers while the C3000 is better for talkers.
It certainly is a very capable microphone, especially if you can pick one up for under $150.
I've accumulated three AKG c3000 microphones from the 90s, primarily for drum use, after first seeing this video. I got them before their popularity increased recently and their prices went up. Definitely a valuable investment - these mics are fantastic! 👌
I just bought my first AKG C3000 ('90s Austrian) and this video reaffirms my pal's recommendation to pick one up. I think I have at least another in my future. They should work great on my brother's Ayotte kit for overheads. Thank you for demoing the mics on this sesh. What a great reference from double bass, piano, drums, and voice. I am quite certain it will sound lovely on my violao (classical guitar).
These mics still stand up to the modern mics and at a fraction of the cost...for now. I predict the cost of these will slowly rise. Thanks for listening :)
Congratulations! Great job! I Just forgot about the mic. Haha. Thanks for the great video.
woah. I have this mic since 1998 (my first condenser mic) and all but had abandoned it due to public opinion and my garbage rooms and engineering skills. But your mic placement, room, and engineering on this have thoroughly changed my mind. wow.
Bully Bully! I've used the original C3000 on many sources to great effect through the years. I never understood why other engineers could not.
OMG! You are just great! That gave me goosebumps! Her voice is so warm and engaging. I also own an Akg c3000b for my voice over recordings and I really love it. By the way, keep up the stunning work!
Beautiful. Many thanks for sharing
Great job. I have 2 of the "B" versions with the single switch. I'm thinking of saving money from buying a shotgun mic and just one of these over head for video work and see how it does. I'm going to have it just out of frame about 2.5' away. Hope it works.
Great job, great band and great great singer! Mics sounds great although im not to sure it suits her vocal. I think she needs a mic that picks up more detail but then we all hear things slightly different. Great job!
Que buen sonido . Podrían subir el multi Track para saber más sobre el sonido de akg
Awesome job! I just got an original c3000 today for 80 bucks and I was trying to do some research. Now I feel like I got a great deal
Yeah, you won't be disappointed. If something sounds good to your ear, it'll sound good through this mic. One on the best kept secret mics for the price.
@@theengineeratthefacilityna2827thank you so much for your input! Im using it for punk rock vocals, I have a audio technica at2020 and I was looking to upgrade. I hoping the c3000 does me well
ssh, don't tell anyone :-)
Did you do any mods to these mics, for example removing the foam in front of the capsule or removing a layer of mesh from the headbasket? And were these tracks recorded in cardiod or hypercardiod?
Thanks for watching. The recording was done with mics set to cardiod….. all the mics are stock and had no modifications.
Outstanding! Amazing microphones and great job as well. Thanks for sharing.
Great recording! Did you try the AKG C3000 with an opera singer???
Hola Soy contrabajista y necesitaba un mic , hoy me ofrecieron este mic y este video me dejó increiblemente bien informado !!! Gracias!!
De nada
Very cool !
The AKG c3000 B was a highly underrated microphone, and asI understand it - the current generation of the AKG c3000 is the same as the 3000b from the late 90s. This video sounds outstanding.
Search for a channel called red cabin acoustic he explains the different versions of this mic. HIGHLY confusing. Akg fucked up more than once and made a world of confusion.
The C3000b Is not the same as the original C3000. I have owned a C3000 since 2001, I bought a C3000b to compliment it because the C3000 was no longer available, I took it back to the store the next day! The B version is No Where Close to being what the original C3000 is. I don't know why they came out with any other variations because as you here in this video - they NAILED IT the 1st time around
@@terryvargo7720 Thanks Terry, I should have read the video description. I saw the row of mics and assumed this was promo for the newer c3000 models and as you pointed out, it isn't! I've always been scared to buy used mics, but maybe the prior use will add to the color... I'd like to get one of these older model c3000s.
really niceeeee
BEAUTIFUL
So, comparability to the versions made since? And please be realistic! I’m looking at some of the newer production models going for like $100-150 used, and I’m feeling like I’m not gonna find a better overall LDC in *THAT* price range 🤷🏼♂️😕
(This sounds great, btw 😄)
The original C3000 is by far the superior sounding microphone. If you hunt around, you can pick up one for as low as $80. It's a great all round mic.
The Engineer at The Facility Nashville K, and the originals are black with the blue stripe and weird, Star-Wars-y-lookin hard case, right.?. 🤔 lol
@@yobhsiFehT Yes
@@theengineeratthefacilityna2827 hi. Is $180 a good deal? I haven't found any cheaper than that
@@Texturas75 I think they're undervalued for sure. But folks are slowing realizing that they're great mics. If you can get one in good condition with the original case and mic clip then $180 is probably a good price. I was lucky to get in early on these and paid on average $110.....so $180 is still a good price.
Great great voice! 🌟
Awesome
Great video