AKG 451EB with CK1. Resonance.

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"Forty Winks"
>
> I've just picked up a fairly old 451EB body with a fairly new looking CK1
> Capsule. As a quick test I've plugged it in and done a quick 'two' test
> while holding the mic in my hand and listening on headphones.
>
> If I gently tap the mic body or capsule you the mic outputs a metallic
> 'ping' sound. Is this normal?


** Yep.


> I also put the mic on a stand using the SA40
> clip that came with it and strummed an acoustic guitar & talked in front
> of
> it & all sounds well on first impressions.
>
> The capsule cover is tight and secure & the capsule is securely screwed
> onto the body. I've used these mics hundreds of times but never actually
> tapped one while listening at the same time!
>
> Any help would be most appreciated.


** The CK5 capsule is fully suspended and does not pinnnnnnnnng.




.............. Phil