Pricing and availability
We compare 600+ stores and found this item at 10 stores. Prices updated .
Store
Reviews
Price
Average Price: $118
Standard/Professional
$75
$201+
Price Tier
Budget
Standard
High-end
Price History
Based on price data from 8 merchants for "AKG D5". Prices shown reflect NEW condition. Tracking began Apr 2, 2026.
* Product prices and availability are updated by Equipboard every 24hrs and are subject to change. Equipboard may receive compensation for purchases made at participating retailers linked on this site. This compensation does not affect what products or prices are displayed, or the order of prices listed. For more information, please refer to our affiliate disclosure.
Description
Unleash your voice's full potential with the AKG D5 Dynamic Microphone. Designed to deliver powerful performance on even the noisiest stages, the AKG D5 is a dynamic vocal microphone made for both lead and backing vocals. With its supercardioid polar pattern, it ensures maximum gain before feedback, enabling a crisp sound that effortlessly cuts through every mix.
The standout feature of the AKG D5 is the Laminated Varimotion diaphragm, an industry-first innovation from AKG. This diaphragm's thickness varies across its diameter, allowing the diaphragm itself to be fine-tuned without any extra tuning resonators. The result is a quantum leap in audio performance that's set to elevate your live shows.
To ensure that your live performances are free from mechanical noise, the D5 comes with a dual shock mount. This feature enables a pristine sound that allows your voice to be heard in its purest form.
Key Features:
- Polar pattern: Supercardioid
- Frequency range: 70Hz to 20kHz
- Sensitivity: 2.6 mV/Pa (-52 dBV)
- Max. SPL: 147/156dB SPL (for 1% / 3% THD)
- Equivalent noise level: 18dBa
- Impedance: <= 600 ohms
- Recommended load impedance: >= 2000 ohms
- Connector: 3-pin XLR
- Finish: Matte grayish blue
- Patented AKG Laminated Varimotion diaphragm
- Dual shock mount for mechanical noise elimination
Owner's manual
AKG D5 User ManualProduct specs
| Microphone Type | Dynamic |
| Polar Pattern | Supercardioid |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz-17kHz |
| Max SPL | >160dB SPL |
| Output Impedance | 600 ohms |
| Self Noise | 18dB |
| Sensitivity | 2.6mV/Pa |
| Connector | XLR |
| Dimensions | 7.28" x 2.0" |
| Weight | 1.44 lbs. |
FAQs
-
What is the polar pattern of the AKG D5 microphone?
-
The AKG D5 features a supercardioid polar pattern, which provides excellent off-axis rejection, making it ideal for live vocal performances where feedback is a concern.
-
Is the AKG D5 suitable for live vocal performances?
-
Yes, the AKG D5 is designed for live vocal performances, offering a robust build and high SPL handling, ensuring clear and powerful sound even in loud environments.
-
Does the AKG D5 require phantom power?
-
No, the AKG D5 is a dynamic microphone and does not require phantom power to operate, making it easy to use with any standard microphone preamp.
-
How does the AKG D5 handle feedback in live settings?
-
The AKG D5's supercardioid polar pattern helps minimize feedback by focusing on sound from the front while rejecting ambient noise from the sides and rear.
-
What kind of connector does the AKG D5 use?
-
The AKG D5 uses a standard XLR connector, which is compatible with most professional audio equipment and ensures a secure connection during performances.
Videos
WorkingManStudios
Mic Check: Mic Shootout AKG D5 vs Shure SM58
Mic Check: Mic Shootout AKG D5 vs Shure SM58
WorkingManStudios
BLIND DYNAMIC MICROPHONE SHOOTOUT: Shure SM58 vs AKG D5 vs Sennheiser e835 vs Blue Encore 100i
Music Bliss Malaysia
AKG D5 Vocal Dynamic Mic Review / Test
Podcastage
AKG D5 Review and Microphone Test
ReviewLamp
Should You Buy The AKG D5 Over The SM58 | XM1800s | XM8500 | e835
Dark Corner Studios
The $100 Dynamic Vocal Mics
Proclaim AV
AKG D5 Supercardioid Microphone Review
Guitar Center
Dynamic Mic Shootout sE V7 vs SHURE beta58, SM58 and AKG D5
der Mist
Reviews
PROS
-
Crisper and cleaner sound compared to Shure SM58 and Sennheiser models
-
Excellent clarity, even in supercardioid pattern, great for baritone voices
-
Versatile, used successfully on vocals, guitar, drums, and in various acoustic environments
-
Offers more gain, sensitivity, and dynamics without sounding harsh
-
Solid build quality; withstands drops without damage
-
Excellent off-axis rejection and minimal feedback issues
-
Provides a fuller, clearer sound signature without nasal quality
-
Great price-value ratio for a dynamic microphone
CONS
-
Handling noise slightly more pronounced due to supercardioid pattern
-
Requires technique adjustment to avoid pops from plosives
-
Head can get discolored and dents more easily compared to similar models
-
Lacks an internal windscreen, might require external windscreen to prevent popping
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about AKG D5.
Comparisons
-
The AKG D5 is often compared to the Shure SM58, with many noting the D5's superior clarity but slightly less durability.
Source -
The AKG D5's extended frequency response up to 20kHz is noted, but many users find this range irrelevant for practical vocal applications.
Source -
Some users suggest trying alternatives like the sE V7 for a sound reminiscent of Myles Kennedy, highlighting preference-driven decisions.
Source
Features and functionality
-
The D5 features a supercardioid pattern, which may help reduce feedback compared to the SM58.
Source
Use cases and applications
Build quality
-
Handling noise can be an issue with the D5 due to lack of capsule stabilization, making it less ideal for handheld use.
Source
User experience
-
Owners report that the D5 offers more present mid-range frequencies compared to the Shure SM58 and Sennheiser e835.
Source -
Owners often prioritize trying both the D5 and SM58 in person to determine personal sound preference over technical specifications.
Source -
It's suggested that frequency response above 15kHz isn't critical for dynamic mics, as most people can't perceive these high frequencies effectively.
Source
Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 7 Reviews and 26 Ratings
317
A great mic for the price. Would recommend
Absolutely love this thing. So easy to mix and work great for most, if not, all vocals. Got nice crisp highs and nice midrange. They sound a little more pleasing compared to an SM58 to my ears and they are cheaper too, and they’ve got quite a bit of weight to it as well, Though having said that, a couple of things I don’t like about it is the head gets discoloured and dents easily and can be a bit boomy at times. But it’s really a minor inconvenience. Hands down would recommend. :)
182
Suits my vocals better than the SM58.
I use the D5 as my live vocal microphone. It has a fuller and clearer sound signature than the SM58. It suits my vocals better than the SM58. With SM58 there's a nasal feel to my vocals, the D5 doesn't have that nasal nature.
584
Nice Microphone For Live Performance
I Won This Microphone From Getting The Most Like On My FB Post. Anyway I Think Is Better Than The Shure-58 When It Comes To It Mid-Range
40985
most microphones ARE better than a 58...
208
Spare microphone
This is my spare microphone that I use every now and then to see if I can pick up some extra stuff when I'm recording.
183
Main Vocal Mic
This is my preferred main vocal & looping mic. No downsides, projects my vocals well, has some colour added to the mic itself!
122
Great microphone!
I purchased my AKG D5 in Greensboro at the Guitar Center. I had did a great bit of research at the time and was replacing an older microphone from Shure that had just flat been worn out. I makes great sound. Very versatile.
Artist usage
Add artist
ROBBIE MCINTOSH PERFORMS STONE COLD AT ABSOLUTE MUSIC
Using AKG D5
For lead vocalist Cleo Panther, AKG's D5 professional dynamic vocal microphone is a favorite
Bebe Rexha performed on Instagram Live with a AKG D5 vocal dynamic microphone.
Samy Elbanna of Lost Society uses the AKG D5 dynamic microphone, as seen in the band's live performance video "INTO ETERNITY" on YouTube.
In this video interview, Derrick talks at length about the AKG D5 stating as of 0:11, "I use AKG microphones, the D5. [...] it is very clear for me on stage. It is very important for me because there is so much noise going on in our show and such a massive sound. And I need to have something that really cuts through."
In an Instagram post, Nèro Scartch is shown using an AKG D5 microphone during a performance.
.jpg)
Joaquin Aguiar uses the AKG D5 microphone, as seen in a photo shared by franklin.off on Instagram.
.jpg)
Steffen A. Rasmussen frequently uses the AKG D5 microphone for all live concerts, making it his preferred choice for various performances. This is evident from his Instagram post, where he discusses his gear setup.
.jpg)
In an Instagram post by ykim.video, artist i k y m is shown using the AKG D5 microphone during a performance.
Genre Usage
Based on how artists on Equipboard use this gear, it is most commonly found in the following genres.
Used With
Based on how musicians on Equipboard use AKG D5, it is most commonly used with the following gear.
-s.webp?v=1780385464)
-s.webp?v=1780325860)
More AKG Dynamic Microphones
$148.00 - $259.00
in Dynamic Microphones Rank
$174.00 - $279.00
in Dynamic Microphones Rank
$59.00 - $99.00
in Dynamic Microphones Rank
$453.00 - $699.00
in Dynamic Microphones Rank
$54.50 - $89.00
.png?v=1780356237)
-m.webp?v=1776152007)
Accessories & Related Items
-s.webp?v=1780484427)
-s.webp?v=1780498598)
Community setups
Similar
Gear Guides
Most Popular Dynamic Microphones
Most Popular Brands
