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

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