AKG CK41 Cardioid Capsule for DAM+ System

AKG CK41 - Cardioid capsule for DAM+ system (60–20,000 Hz response with wide pickup angle)

The AKG CK41 is a cardioid condenser capsule designed for the Discreet Acoustics Modular PLUS (DAM+) modular system. Optimized for vocals and speech , it combines a wide cardioid pickup pattern (≈125°) with a balanced 60 Hz–20 kHz response, facilitating natural intelligibility in lecture halls, parliaments, houses of worship, and education . It attaches directly to DAM+ goosenecks (e.g., GN15 M, GN30 M, GN50 M ) and the HM1000 M pendant module, maintaining a reliable connection with self-cleaning gold-plated contacts and a deep thread that prevents misalignment.

With a sensitivity of 5 mV/Pa , equivalent noise floor of 30 dB-A and a maximum SPL of 142 dB (3% THD) , the CK41 offers sufficient dynamic headroom for soft or projected vocals without artifacts. Its ultra-compact metal construction (Ø 9 mm × 20 mm; 3.9 g ) goes unnoticed on camera and in aesthetically pleasing spaces. It comes with a windscreen and is compatible with the W40 M metal windscreen for greater control of wind noise and pops .

Main features

• Wide-coverage cardioid polar pattern (≈125°) to clearly capture one or more speakers without the need for millimeter positioning.
• Frequency response: 60–20,000 Hz optimized for voice, with natural timbre and effective rear rejection.
• Acoustic performance: sensitivity 5 mV/Pa; max. SPL 142 dB (3% THD); equivalent noise level 30 dB-A ( SNR 64 dB-A ).
• Discreet dimensions: Ø 9 mm × 20 mm; weight 3.9 g ; matte black finish.
• Installation reliability: self-cleaning gold-plated contacts and deep thread for secure assembly in DAM+ modules.
• Compatibility: GN15 M, GN30 M, GN50 M, GN155 M goosenecks, HM1000 M pendant module and PAE M/PAE5 M/PAESP M power supplies (phantom 9–52 V).
• Accessories: Windscreen included; W40 M option (metal grille + foam) for maximum wind and pop attenuation.

Product benefits

• Greater tolerance for speaker movement: The wide pickup angle maintains a consistent voice even with inexperienced or highly dynamic speakers.
• Clean, modular installation: Mounts and replaces in seconds on any DAM+ module with a robust and reliable docking system.
• Clear sound with good rejection: The cardioid reduces rear and side noise, helping to control feedback in reverberant rooms.
• Discreet aesthetics: very small size and matte finish that blends into lecterns, tables, and designer furniture.

Use cases

• Conference tables and boardrooms with several participants taking turns speaking.
• Parliaments, city councils, and universities where clarity of voice and daily reliability are required.
• Houses of worship and auditoriums combined with DAM+ necks and PAE M/PAESP M power supply.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does the CK41 include a preamp or a gooseneck? No. It's the cartridge . It must be used with DAM+ modules (GN M / HM1000 M) and a phantom power module (e.g., PAE M).
• What's the difference between the CK43 and CK49? The CK41 is cardioid (≈125°), the CK43 is supercardioid (≈95°), and the CK49 is hypercardioid/shotgun (≈80°) for greater directionality.
• Does it come with a windscreen? Yes, it comes with a windscreen; the W40 M metal mesh is optional.

Description for projects

AKG CK41 condenser capsule for DAM+ system; cardioid pattern (≈125°); response 60–20,000 Hz ; sensitivity 5 mV/Pa ; max. SPL 142 dB (3% THD); equivalent noise output 30 dB-A ( SNR 64 dB-A ); dimensions Ø 9 mm × 20 mm ; weight 3.9 g ; self-cleaning gold-plated contacts ; matte black finish; windscreen included; compatible with GN15/30/50/155 M , HM1000 M and PAE M / PAE5 M / PAESP M power supplies (phantom 9–52 V).