While we're on the subject, does anyone know about the C451E???

I have a pair and they both need some work done on them ( one is MUCH hotter than the other, so I suspect problems).

Any recommendations on where/who to send them to?

thanks,

Michael

Try cleaning the contacts between the capsule and body of the softer 451 with Q-tips and 99% alcohol. They get dirty and that might fix it. Have you tried swapping the capsules around to see if it's the mic body or the capsule? If they need service I don't see why you couldn't send them back to AKG.

I'd like to try the new 451 when it actully ships. Until I try it I'm not going to give any advice on it. I will say I'm a little miffed that I can't use different capsules or the old swival mount.

Hi

Be very careful when cleaning the 451, one very little drop of alcohol in the capsule and you need a new one.