AKG P420 Professional large-dual-diaphragm true-condenser microphone with switchable polar patterns.
BEAUTIFUL SOUNDSCAPES
ideal for advanced stereo miking techniques
The Perception P420 is a multipattern large-diaphragm true condenser microphone for demanding professional studio recording applications. Offering high sensitivity and 155dB maximum SPL, the Perception P420 delivers a warm, transparent sound quality perfectly suited for ensemble recording, grand piano, woodwind and brass instruments, as well as drums and percussion. With three selectable polar patterns – cardioid, omnidirectional or figure-eight – it is an ideal tool for stereo miking techniques and ambient recording.
The Perception P420 chassis is made of precision-tooled zinc/aluminum alloy with a dent-resistant stainless steel grille. It comes complete with a spider-type shock mount in an aluminum carrying case.
One-inch dual-diaphragm microphone
with three selectable polar patterns for the perfect setting
Low-noise electronics and transformerless output
for high dynamic range and high-SPL capability at low distortion
Switchable bass-cut filter
eliminates rumble or footfall noise
Switchable attenuation pad
for high-SPL applications up to 155dB
Designed and engineered in Vienna, Austria
for legendary, pristine AKG sound
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
| General |
| Audio Frequency bandwidth |
20 to 20000 Hz |
| Sensitivity |
28 mV/Pa |
| Equivalent Noise Level |
16 dB-A |
| Signal to Noise |
78 dB-A |
| Preattenuation Pad |
-20 dB |
| Bass Cut Filter |
300 Hz |
| Electrical Impedance |
200 Ohms |
| Recommended Load Impedance |
1000 Ohms |
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| Polar Patterns |
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| Powering Interface |
| Voltage |
44 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 |
metallic blue/nickel grille |
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| Dimensions / Weight |
| Height |
165 mm |
| Diameter |
53 mm |
| Net Weight |
525 g |
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