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AKG Lyra Ultra-HD USB Microphone: The Center of Your Creative Universe

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AKG Lyra: Recording with Capture Modes

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AKG Lyra: Feature Walkthrough

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The Lyra USB microphone from AKG is an innovative, multimode mic designed to make recording and streaming accessible for users of all levels. Featuring high-resolution 24-bit/192kHz converters and an internal shockmount, Lyra captures remarkably detailed, noise-free audio. Its 4-capsule mic array provides four versatile capture modes to suit any application, from podcasting and streaming to music recording. Connecting via USB, Lyra works with Windows, Mac, iOS and Android devices for a plug-and-play setup. Gain control, mute switch and zero-latency headphone monitoring put you in complete control of your sound. The Lyra USB microphone is available now from AKG, bringing over 70 years of acoustic excellence to your desktop.

Four Adaptive Capture Modes for Any Application

Whether recording vocals, an instrument or conducting an interview, Lyra's innovative 4-capsule mic array automatically adapts to capture audio perfectly. Four intuitive capture modes—front, front & back, tight stereo and wide stereo—provide targeted or expansive coverage. Easily select the ideal mode for your needs using the control panel on the mic body. Front mode focuses on sound directly in front of the mic, ideal for podcasting or streaming. Front & back picks up sound from both sides, perfect for recording a discussion. Tight stereo and wide stereo capture realistic, dimensional recordings of performances.

Zero-Latency Monitoring Keeps You Focused

When recording or streaming, being able to hear yourself clearly is key to giving your best performance. Lyra provides zero-latency monitoring via its built-in headphone jack, eliminating delay between your audio input and output. Adjust headphone volume, mic gain and activate the mute switch directly on the mic for complete control of your monitoring experience. Stay focused on your performance without distraction using Lyra's clear, low-latency monitoring.

Plug-and-Play Setup Works With All Your Devices

Connecting via its integrated USB cable, Lyra is designed for plug-and-play use with all major computing platforms. No special drivers or software are required—simply plug Lyra into your PC, Mac, smartphone or tablet and start recording or streaming. Lyra's onboard controls provide precision control over gain, polar pattern, headphone volume and mute, eliminating complicated setup. Whether at your desktop or on the go, Lyra makes high-quality recording and streaming accessible anytime, anywhere.

Rugged, Vintage-Inspired Design

Lyra's rugged metal construction and vintage-inspired design reflect AKG's long legacy crafting studio microphones. An integrated desktop stand lets you position the mic for optimal recording angle, while the standard mic mount thread allows use of traditional mic stands for more flexibility. Lyra's striking yet compact form factor fits perfectly on any desktop, ready to capture your audio creations whenever inspiration strikes.

AKG Lyra USB Microphone
AKG Lyra USB Microphone
AKG Lyra USB Microphone

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  • 24-bit/192kHz sound resolution
  • Plug-and-play simplicity
  • Compatible with Windows, Mac, iOS and Android
  • internal shockmount and built-in sound diffuser

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  • Compatible with Mac, Windows, Android and iOS devices (see system requirements for full support)
  • 4K-ready, Ultra HD, 24-bit/192kHz resolution with a full-spectrum frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz 
  • Adaptive Capsule Array technology: 
  • Four intuitive capture modes: Front, Front + Back, Tight Stereo and Wide Stereo
  • Pristine audio via four proprietary, fixed-charge-backplate, permanently polarized condenser capsules
  • LED indicators display polar pattern at a glance
  • Easily accessible controls: 
  • Capture Mode Selection 
  • Input Gain Control 
  • Output Volume 
  • Microphone Mute 
  • Camera-ready, vintage-modern design
  • Self-adjusting shock mount reduces surface contact noise
  • Built-in sound diffuser and proprietary Internal Element Overload Prevention reduce noise and pops and improve signal levels
  • Integrated, removable perma-tilt desktop stand with cable-management channel
  • Supports desktop or stand-mounted use; threading fits standard booms and stands
  • S/N ratio: 98dB
  • Zero-latency monitoring via 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Frequency response: 20Hz–22kHz 
  • Output impedance: 16 ohms 
  • Power output (RMS): 24 mW
  • USB C 2.0 output 
  • In the box:
    • AKG Lyra
    • 2-meter USB C-to-USB A cable
    • US-to-EU stand adapter 
    • Quickstart guide
    • Free Ableton Live 10 Lite registration card
    System Requirements 
    • Windows 8 or higher 
    • Mac OS 10.7 or higher
    • Android 9 or higher
    • iOS 10 or higher
    • iOS support may require Apple Camera Connection Kit, Android support may require OTG adapter cable, available separately. 24-bit/192kHz maximum audio performance is dependent on host device and software capabilities.

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    AKG Acoustics, U.S. Limited Warranty

    Amended July 19, 2005

    AKG Acoustics warrants AKG products against defects in material or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of original purchase, and agrees to repair or, at our option replace any defective unit without charge for either parts or labor. AKG grants a three-year warranty covering selected products (C 12 VR, C 414 B-ULS, C 414 B-TLII, C 414 B-XLS, C 414 B-XLII, C 426 B, C 451 B, C 480 B, C 391 B, C 1000 B, C 2000 S, C 3000 B, C 4000 B, C 4500 B, SolidTube) against defects in material and workmanship.

    Warranty is valid for AKG products purchased and delivered within the United States for the original purchaser only. The purchaser's Bill of Sale will serve as proof of sale and warranty validity in the U.S. Shipment of defective items to AKG for repair will be at the customer's own risk and expense. AKG will assume the return shipping cost for all items repaired under warranty.

    IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable care, the affixing of any attachment not provided with the product, loss of parts, or connecting the product to any receptacle other than specified.

    This warranty is void unless AKG Acoustics, U.S.'s service center performs the repair. No responsibility is assumed for any special, incidental or consequential damages caused by the consumer. However, the limitation of any right or remedy shall not be effective where law prohibits such.

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    3.69

    16 Reviews

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend

    Most Liked Positive Review

    5

    Great price best condenser mic i used for everythn

    Best mic ive ever used, i will pick up a comment that i made on a YT CHANNEL (Its not recorded with the mic, and also, i bought it, sounds even better than at2020 + blue yeti... 192khz 24bit, crazy quality and configurations, using it on a desktop and s23U works really well with all modes, even thought about doing ASMR, and i had a really bad quality mic stand, even that crappy stand could hold it without having any problems, im using the lyra mostly for VIDEO (TURORIAL RECORDING) and gaming + voip chatting (discord, teamspeak, Skype, zoom, teams meets etc.) really great, plenty room for configurations and if you want a real plug-and-play mic, that's the way. Works for every type of recording and audio style.)

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

    2

    Feels horrible, doesn't sound great.

    This is not a particularly great product. First up is the material choice, which is weak flimsy plastic that feels horrible. The controls are also particularly cheap and nasty. Second up is the sound. This is not great. The mic picks up noise from all directions and somehow exaggerates the background sound. Set the mic gain right down, and it is still a noisy mic. You also need to be aware that it picks up every tiny little sound through its fragile stand. Given that there is always some noise coming from a PC, with fans, etc. then you need to be aware that this will be the major sound that is recorded. You will need to gate and EQ this out. This is a far less capable mic than many, and I have to say that it's not worth the money.

    Filters
    Best Uses
    1. Home Studio3
    2. Amateur Recording2
    3. Professional Recording1
    Cons
    1. Bulky/Heavy1
    Describe Yourself
    1. Experienced1
    2. Novice1
    3. Professional Musician1
    Pros
    1. Easy To Use3
    2. Good Audio3
    3. Compact2
    4. Durable2
    5. Versatile2
    • Great versatile mic!

      5

      Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

      submitteda year ago

      byArianna

      fromAtlanta, GA

      Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

      Microphone is great for podcasting or recording!

    • Nice mic for podcasting

      4

      Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

      submitteda year ago

      byJosh

      fromMinneapolis

      Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

      It's made by the same company that created the 414 microphone. This entry level mic to use for both podcasting & recording vocals such as rap & poetry. I wouldn't recommend using it for singing though. Easy to setup. Just plug into your computers usb jack & most DAWs will recognize it without any additional software.

    • Great price best condenser mic i used for everythn

      5

      originally posted on

      http://www.akg.com/pro

      brand logo

      submitteda year ago

      bySualkzin

      fromBrazil

      Best mic ive ever used, i will pick up a comment that i made on a YT CHANNEL (Its not recorded with the mic, and also, i bought it, sounds even better than at2020 + blue yeti... 192khz 24bit, crazy quality and configurations, using it on a desktop and s23U works really well with all modes, even thought about doing ASMR, and i had a really bad quality mic stand, even that crappy stand could hold it without having any problems, im using the lyra mostly for VIDEO (TURORIAL RECORDING) and gaming + voip chatting (discord, teamspeak, Skype, zoom, teams meets etc.) really great, plenty room for configurations and if you want a real plug-and-play mic, that's the way. Works for every type of recording and audio style.)

    • One of the best USB-C mics

      5

      originally posted on

      http://www.akg.com/pro

      brand logo

      submitted2 years ago

      byajosh

      fromTrinidad

      Bought this 2 weeks ago and I am of the opinion that this is the only USB mic one would need. 24bit/192 KHz capable, very crisp and clean

    • Feels horrible, doesn't sound great.

      2

      originally posted on

      http://www.akg.com/pro

      brand logo

      submitted2 years ago

      byDave103

      fromundisclosed

      This is not a particularly great product. First up is the material choice, which is weak flimsy plastic that feels horrible. The controls are also particularly cheap and nasty. Second up is the sound. This is not great. The mic picks up noise from all directions and somehow exaggerates the background sound. Set the mic gain right down, and it is still a noisy mic. You also need to be aware that it picks up every tiny little sound through its fragile stand. Given that there is always some noise coming from a PC, with fans, etc. then you need to be aware that this will be the major sound that is recorded. You will need to gate and EQ this out. This is a far less capable mic than many, and I have to say that it's not worth the money.

    • Great Voice Quality. High Definition Indeed !

      5

      Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

      originally posted on

      http://www.akg.com/pro

      brand logo

      submitted3 years ago

      byMatt707

      fromHong Kong

      I just bought my new LYRA for my Mac Mini Intel (2018) running Big Sur 11.6 and my iPad Pro 12.9 (2018). Both work flawlessly once I plug in and connect with the right USB cable. The sound quality is very nice, high quality, reflecting my voice character. The mute button also works well with a pinkish indicator light. I have ponder back and forth before making the purchase coz' been reading lots of uncertain reviews about incompatibility with macOS Big Sur. I'm it turns out working perfectly here.

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    • asked byGreg

      fromOhio

      With the right cables, could I use this on my IOS device?

      With the right cables, could I use this on my IOS device?

      Open Reply - Ronald
      Yes you can.