AKG P420-MIC High-performance dual-capsule true condenser microphone

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.

General Specifications

Polar Pattern

Cardioid, Omnidirectional, and Figure of eight

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

Dimensions

Length

165 mm

Diameter

54 mm

Net Weight

517 g

Audio Output

Type

Balanced XLR

Gender

Male

Contacts

3-pin

Powering Interface

Voltage

44 to 52 V

Current

<= 3 mA

Application

Project Studio

Instrument

Piano / Strings

Horns / Woodwinds

Drums / Percussion