AKG P420 Condenser Microphone
High-performance Dual-Capsule True Condenser Microphone

The P420 is a multi-pattern large diaphragm true condenser microphone for demanding project studio recording applications. Offering high sensitivity and 155 dB maximum SPL, the 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 8 - it is an ideal tool for stereo miking techniques and ambient recording.

One-inch dual-diaphragm microphone with three selectable polar patterns - For the perfect setting. Low noise electronics - For high dynamic range. Switchable attenuation pad - For high SPL applications up to 155 dB SPL. A switchable bass cut filter and pre-attenuation pad enable the Perception 420 to be used close to sound sources in sound fields as high as 155 dB. The microphone's chassis is made of precision-tooled zinc / aluminum alloy and boasts a dent resistant stainless-steel wire-mesh front grille. It comes complete with a spider-type shock mount in an aluminum carrying case.

What's in the Box?

• 1 x P420 Microphone
• 1 x Spider Shock Mount
• 1 x Metal Carrying Case

SPECIFICATIONS

• Audio Frequency Bandwidth: 20 - 20000 Hz
• Equivalent Noise Level: 15 dB-A
• Sensitivity: 28 mV/Pa
• Signal to Noise: 79 dB-A
• Preattenuation Pad: -20 dB
• Bass-Cut Filter: 300 Hz - 12 dB/octave
• Electrical Impedance: <= 200 Ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance: >= 1000 Ohms
• Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, & Figure of Eight
• Length: 165 mm
• Diameter: 54 mm
• Net Weight: 530 g
• Output Type: Balanced XLR
• Gender: Male
• Contacts: 3-pin
• Powering Interface Voltage: 44 to 52 V
• Current: <= 3 mA

Applications

• Project Studio:  Yes
• Piano / Strings:  Yes
• Horns / Woodwinds: Yes
• Drums / Percussion: Yes