AKG P420-MIC Large Diaphragm Microphone
he P420 is a multi-pattern large diaphragm true condenser microphone for demanding project studio recording applications. Offering high sensitivity and 155dB 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.
General Specifications
Audio frequency bandwidth20 - 20000 Hz
Equivalent noise level15 dB-A
Sensitivity28 mV/Pa
Signal to Noise79 dB-A
Preattenuation Pad-20 dB
Bass cut filter300 Hz - 12 dB/octave
Electrical impedance<= 200 Ohms
Recommended load impedance>= 1000 Ohms
Polar PatternsCardioid, Omnidirectional, and Figure of eight
Dimensions
Length - 165 mm
Diameter - 54 mm
Net Weight - 530 g
Audio Output
Type - Balanced XLR
Gender - Male
Contacts - 3-pin
Powering Interface
Voltage - 44 to 52 V
Current<= 3 mA
Application
Project Studio - Yes
Instrument
Piano / Strings - Yes
Horns / Woodwinds - Yes
Drums / Percussion - Yes