AKG C451 B Microphone for drums, percussion, acoustic guitars & overhead
ONE FOR THE ROAD
for drums, percussion, acoustic guitar and strings
The C451 B is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone with the identical acoustical behavior of its predecessor, the legendary C451 EB + CK1 capsule, which was a bestseller right from the start in 1969.
With its airy sound, high overload limit and improved engineering details, the C451 B continues the success story of this legend. The roadworthy design around the handcrafted capsule and the low-noise preamp electronics ensure impressive results even under very harsh conditions.
Sound of the legendary C451 EB + CK1 capsule from 1969
delivers stunning sound quality with maximum accuracy
Established tour sound standard since the 1980s
for excellent sound quality even under harsh on-stage conditions
Impressive sound pressure level capability of 155dB SPL
allows close-miking of high-energy sound sources without distortion
Highly effective high-pass filter with 12dB/octave
prevents low-end distortion caused by rumble or wind noise
Transformerless preamp and surface mount technology
provides extremely low distortion, highest reliability and less weight
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
| General |
| Audio Frequency bandwidth |
20 to 20000 Hz |
| Sensitivity |
9 mV/Pa |
| Equivalent Noise Level |
18 dB-A |
| Signal to Noise |
76 dB-A |
| Preattenuation Pad |
-10; -20 dB |
| Bass Cut Filter |
75; 150 Hz |
| Electrical Impedance |
200 Ohms |
| Recommended Load Impedance |
1000 Ohms |
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| Polar Patterns |
| Cardiod |
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| Powering Interface |
| Voltage |
9 to 52 V |
| Current |
2 mA |
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| Audio Output |
| Type |
Balanced XLR |
| Gender |
Male |
| Contacts |
3-pin |
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| Design |
| Finish |
satin nickel plated |
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| Dimensions / Weight |
| Height |
160 mm |
| Diameter |
19 mm |
| Net Weight |
125 g |
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