“Our goal was simple: let’s design a mic that creators would reach for every day”: AKG unveils new C-Series condenser mics inspired by studio classics

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NAMM 2026: AKG has announced the launch of three new condenser microphones under the C-Series banner: C104, C114 and C151. Aimed squarely at modern musicians and creators, the new C-Series mics are positioned as high-performance entry-level microphones suitable for a broad range of recording applications.

Drawing on the company’s considerable legacy in microphone design, AKG’s new C-Series mics promise to balance professional performance with user-friendly design, flexibility and sustainability. AKG emphasizes that the microphones are intended not only for music production and recording, but also for podcasting, streaming, gaming and content creation.