The AKG D 5 is a super cardioid dynamic microphone. It has been designed specifically as a vocal microphone for rough onstage use. The wide frequency response of the D 5 slightly favors the midfrequency and treble regions to ensure good intelligibilty of speech. The term 'supercardioid polar response' means that the D 5 is most sensitive to sound arriving from in front of it less sensitive to sound arriving from the sides and rear. This pickup pattern is virtually the same for all frequencies or, in other words, from the lowest to the highest notes ('frequency independent').
A shock mount on the transducer minimizes handling and cable noise. An integrated windscreen reduces pop, wind, and breath noise to a minimum.
A rugged front grill made of spring-steel wire mesh that is extremely resistant to deformation and a sturdy zinc alloy die-cast body effectively protects the microphone and transducer element from damage on stage and on the road.
The D 5 S has the same mechanical, electrical and acoustic characteristics as the D 5and features a noiseless on/off switch.