Product Highlights
AKG Lyra Multipattern USB
Condenser Microphone
Visually inspired by the studio classic C414
condenser mic, the AKG Lyra is a
multipattern USB condenser microphone offering high-definition audio, powerful
versatility, and superb simplicity while staying stylish for on-screen
appearances. 24-bit / 192 kHz conversion, a built-in shockmount, and internal
diffusion yield pristine sonic quality for your recordings, whether you're
creating online content, podcasting, vlogging, live streaming, or producing
music.
The Lyra's proprietary Adaptive Capsule Array utilizes four condenser capsules
to give you four user-friendly capture modes—front, front and back, tight
stereo, and wide stereo—to handle scenarios such as voiceovers, two-person
podcasts, side-by-side interviews, studio/live performances, and more. Just
connect the Lyra to your Mac/Windows computer or iOS/Android mobile device, and
plug in headphones to the 3.5mm port on the bottom of the Lyra; its
plug-and-play setup means that there are no drivers to install or software
settings to configure.
Easily optimize your signal via the Lyra's onboard controls, which give you
intuitive access to the pattern selection, mic gain, headphone volume, and mute
switch. Take advantage of the integrated desktop stand and its built-in cable
management to place the Lyra on a table, or remove the desktop stand to mount
the Lyra on a boom arm or standard mic stand.
Versatile Applications
Whether you're recording a podcast interview, a YouTube
video voice-over, or your next Spotify single, Lyra's innovative AKG Adaptive
Capsule Array adapts to your performance to record pristine audio. The Lyra can
handle anything from traditional voice/instrument recording to vlogging, live
streaming, field recording, and web conferencing.
Ultra-HD Audio Quality
The Lyra's advanced circuitry delivers acoustically
transparent, 24-bit / 192 kHz audio resolution to meet the standards of 4K
Ultra-HD projects. An internal self-adjusting shock mount mitigates vibrations
from reaching the capsules, and the proprietary Internal Element Overload
Prevention and built-in sound diffuser work together to automatically reduce noise,
eliminate pops, and improve signal levels.
Adaptive Four-Capsule
Array
The Lyra's proprietary Adaptive Capsule Array utilizes
four condenser capsules to offer four user-friendly capture modes (polar
patterns)—front, front and back, tight stereo, and wide stereo—to accommodate a
variety of performances and applications. LED indicators display the capture
mode at a glance.
- Front: Isolates
the target source from distracting background noise by rejecting unwanted
sounds at the microphone back and sides—ideal for spoken word, vocals, and
close-miked instruments.
- Front and Back:
Captures and blends together sound equally on all sides—ideal for
face-to-face interviews and duets.
- Tight Stereo:
Captures audio in true stereo, providing discrete left and right audio for
great sound separation—ideal for recording side-by-side interviews, panel
discussions, drums, or piano.
- Wide Stereo:
Captures audio with greater stereo separation, room ambience, and
depth—ideal for situations where you want to capture sounds all around the
mic, such as documentaries, field recordings, or spontaneous jam sessions.
Plug-and-Play Universal
Compatibility
Plug-and-play setup for Mac/Windows computers and
iOS/Android devices ensures easy operation; no assembly and no messing with
software settings. Simply connect the Lyra to your device with the supplied USB
Type-C to USB Type-A cable, a separately available Apple Camera Connection Kit
(for Lightning devices), or an optional OTG adapter cable to use it with
popular audio and video production software, live streaming, and conferencing
applications.
Headphone Monitoring
with Zero Latency
When you're speaking, singing, or playing an instrument
in the studio, you need to hear yourself and your backing tracks at the same
time in order to perform your best. That's why Lyra is equipped with a
"zero-latency" 3.5mm headphone jack to eliminate the short delay
between when you perform into the microphone and when you hear yourself in the
headphones, so you can stay focused on your performance.
Styled with Vintage
Appeal
Inspired by classic studio microphones like the legendary
AKG C414, Lyra's sleek design is sure to spark your creativity. Every function
you need—capture modes, mic gain, headphone volume, and mute—is ergonomically
positioned and easily accessed right on the mic so you can stay in the moment
while always being in control. An integrated, removable, perma-tilt desktop
stand with built-in cable management makes it easy to position the mic on your
desktop. The Lyra can also be mounted to a traditional mic stand or microphone
boom arm for more flexibility in the studio.
Powerful Bundled SoftwareThe Lyra works seamlessly with all major audio and video
production software and online platforms, and includes Ableton Live Lite
recording software so you can create content right away.