AKG P420 Project Studio Multi Pattern Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
AKG P420 Project Studio Multi Pattern Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone. The 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.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Providing you with multiple recording patterns for demanding project studio applications, the Project Studio P420 Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone from AKG features a 1" dual-diaphragm construction optimized for use on a variety of sources including vocals, ensembles, grand piano, woodwind and brass instruments, and drums and percussion. You can select among cardioid, omnidirectional, or figure-8 polar patterns, while the -20 dB pad allows the P420 to handle up to 155 dB SPL, making it suited for louder sources. It is housed in an all-metal body, and includes a spider shockmount and aluminum carry case.
Professional projects
The 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.
Features
- Dual-diaphragm microphone buttons with three selectable polar patterns for the perfect fit
- Low noise electronics and transformer output less than high dynamic range
- Switchable PAD attenuation for high SPL applications up to 155 dB SPL
| Product Name | AKG P420 Project Studio Multi Pattern Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.13 Kg |
| Frequency Range (-10 dB) | 20Hz to 20kHz |
| Maximum SPL | 135/155 dB (0/-20 dB Pad), 0.5% THD |
| Impedance | 200 Ohms |
| Sensitivity (SPL / 1 W @ 1 m) | Cardioid: 28 MV/PA (-31 dBV) |
| Lengt | 165 mm |
| Max. Power Consumption | ≤ 3 MA |
| Dimensions | 9 x 5.5 x 9.8 inches |
| Manufacturer | AKG |
| Color | Black |
| Country of Origin | United States |
