AKG Perception 420 Studio Condenser Microphone

Switchable -20 dB pre-attenuation pad and bass cut filter. Require 48v phantom power.

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The AKG Perception 420 Studio Condenser Microphone features legendary AKG sound quality and a dual-element design that accommodates cardioid, omni, and figure-8 patterns. The Perception 420 includes a shock mount and a metal case, and is equipped with a -20dB pad switch and a bass cut filter switch that allows easy removal of wind noise and other unwanted low frequencies.

The AKG Perception 420 Studio Condenser Microphone is a new addition to the acclaimed Perception line of AKG microphones. If you have never had the chance to experience these mics, here's your chance. Perfect for countless applications, the Perception line is the secret weapon of thousands of studios worldwide.

Features
Two back-to-back large-diaphragm capsules create a flexible multi-pattern microphone -cardioid, omni, figure-8

Switchable -20 dB preattenuation pad

Switchable bass cut filter minimizes noise and boominess

Spider-type Shock Mount and Metal Case included

Rugged chassis with gold-plated XLR-type output

Technical Info

Capsule: Large-diaphragm Dual-capsule

Polar Patterns: Cardioid, omni, figure-eight

Frequency Range: 20 - 20,000 Hz

Sensitivity: 18 mA

Preattenuation Pad: 0 dB , -20 dB

Bass-cut Filter: 12 dB/octave at 300 Hz

Maximum SPL for 0.5% THD: 135 dB / 155 dB (0 / -20 dB)

Impedance: <200 ohms

Recommended Load Impedance: >1,000 ohms

Powering: 48 V phantom power

Current Consumption: < 2 mA

Output Connector: Gold-plated 3-pin XLR-type

Finish: Metallic blue

Dimensions - mm: 53 x 160mm (W x L)

Dimensions - inches: 2.1 x 6.3 in (W x L)

Weight: 525 g (18.5 oz)

Included Accessories: Metal case, screw-on spider suspension
Large-diaphragm condenser mics from AKG have never been this affordable! Recently redesigned, you get the same top-notch sound quality along with some new features for more control over the performance. True Condenser capsules deliver wide dynamic range from 20Hz-20kHz and low self-noise for pristine recorded tracks. New -20dB pads and low-cut filters let you tighten up the source and maximize gain, and gold-plated XLR outs provide full-range signal transfer.

Switchable cardioid/omni/figure-8 pattern. Includes metal case and shockmount.
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  • 02/12
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