BEAUTIFUL SOUNDSCAPES
ideal for advanced stereo miking techniques
The Perception P420 is a multipattern large-diaphragm true condenser microphone for demanding professional studio recording applications. Offering high sensitivity and 155dB maximum SPL, the Perception 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-eight ? it is an ideal tool for stereo miking techniques and ambient recording.
The Perception P420 chassis is made of precision-tooled zinc/aluminum alloy with a dent-resistant stainless steel grille. It comes complete with a spider-type shock mount in an aluminum carrying case.
One-inch dual-diaphragm microphone
with three selectable polar patterns for the perfect setting
Low-noise electronics and transformerless output
for high dynamic range and high-SPL capability at low distortion
Switchable bass-cut filter
eliminates rumble or footfall noise
Switchable attenuation pad
for high-SPL applications up to 155dB
Designed and engineered in Vienna, Austria
for legendary, pristine AKG sound
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
| General | | Audio Frequency bandwidth | 20 to 20000 Hz | | Sensitivity | 28 mV/Pa | | Equivalent Noise Level | 16 dB-A | | Signal to Noise | 78 dB-A | | Preattunation Pad | -20 dB | | Bass Cut Filter | 300 Hz | | Electrical Impedance | 200 Ohms | | Recommended Load Impedance | 1000 Ohms |
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| Powering Interface | | Voltage | 44 to 52 V | | Current | 2 mA |
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| Audio Output | | Type | Balanced XLR | | Gender | Male | | Contacts | 3-pin |
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| Design | | Finish | metallic blue/nickel grille |
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| Dimensions / Weight | | Height | 165 mm | | Diameter | 53 mm | | Net Weight | 525 g |
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