AKG Perception 170 Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
Achieve outstanding clarity and transient response with this lightweight condenser microphone from AKG. Its chassis is sturdy enough for live sound use.
Overall User Ratings (based on 5 ratings)
Submitted January 23, 2011 by a customer from gmail.com
"Great overhead mic."
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Sound
I own 3 of these and use them for overhead and hi-hat mics. The built in pad is a nice feature. I have also used them to record a trumpet and have had great results.
Features
Built in pad is a nice feature when using them with drums.
Value
Great sound and attractive price point.
Musical Background:
Active musician, Recording Engineer
Musical Style:
Rock, Jazz
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Submitted May 21, 2012 by Erick S in Tewksbury, MA
"perfect drum overhead mics"
I had been using a pair or behringer C3's for overheads before purchasing the perception 170's. The C3's just did'nt allow my cymbals to really shine through in the mix. i did some research, and decided to go with the 170's. best decision i've made so far. i use those as a right and left and I have a Sennheiser 421 as an overhead center, and everything comes through beautifully. I reccomend the 170's to any and all drummers. For the price they cant be beat.
Musical Background:
I have been playing drums for 30 years. Drums, guitar, bass. Jam / record at home.
Musical Style:
Rock, Metal
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Submitted November 10, 2009 by a customer from yahoo.com
"D Lorenz Praise and Worship music"
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In short it is a great mic.
Sound
great sound for the price. Used for overheads and acoustic guitar. Great sound for the price. Also the mic has a 10db pad.
Features
Came with the mic clip.
Ease of Use
Also tried it with the choir live and in the studio and the result was very good.
Quality
I don't like the color but the mic was well built.
Value
Great sound for the price.
Manufacturer Support
I owned this mic for two years now and I have not experience a break down yet.
The Wow Factor
I intend to use this mic until it gives up on me.
Musical Background:
Music Director, Recording Engineer
Musical Style:
Praise and Worship
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Submitted November 10, 2009 by a customer from yahoo.com
"D Lorenz Praise and Worship music"
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In short it is a great mic.
Sound
great sound for the price. Used for overheads and acoustic guitar. Great sound for the price. Also the mic has a 10db pad.
Features
Came with the mic clip.
Ease of Use
Also tried it with the choir live and in the studio and the result was very good.
Quality
I don't like the color but the mic was well built.
Value
Great sound for the price.
Manufacturer Support
I owned this mic for two years now and I have not experience a break down yet.
The Wow Factor
I intend to use this mic until it gives up on me.
Musical Background:
Music Director, Recording Engineer
Musical Style:
Praise and Worship
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