Description AKG P420 The AKG P420 is a multi-pattern large diaphragm true condenser microphone for demanding project studio recording applications. Offering high sensitivy and 155dB maximum SPL, the AKG 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 bandwidth: 20 – 20000 Hz Equivalent noise level: 15 dB-A Sensitivity: 28 mV/Pa Signal to Noise: 79 dB-A Pre-attenuation Pad: -20 dB Bass cut filter: 300 Hz – 12 dB/octave Electrical impedance: <= 200 Ohms Recommended load impedance: >= 1000 Ohms Polar Patterns: Cardioid, 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
