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 a 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 a 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 | 0.129727 |
| 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 |
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