AKG Perception 170
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AKG Perception 170
The AKG Perception 170 is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone for recording overheads, percussion, acoustic guitars, and other stringed instruments. Its lightweight 1/2-inch condenser capsule diaphragm provides excellent clarity and transient response. The robust all-metal body and design withstand the rigours of daily use. It features a switchable attenuation pad for high-SPL applications up to 155dB SPL.
Handheld (with clip)
Microphone Type
Condenser
Microphone Principle
Directional
Directional Characteristic
20–20,000Hz
Frequency Range
Key Features of the AKG Perception 170 Microphone
- Condenser microphone
- Small and lightweight 1/2" diaphragm
- Directional cardioid characteristic
- Suitable for recording overheads, percussion, acoustic guitars, and other stringed instruments
- Robust all-metal body and construction
- Switchable attenuation pad (for SPL up to 155dB SPL)
- Phantom power
Suitable for studio use, musical instruments
Technical Specifications
- Equivalent noise level: 19dB-A
- Sensitivity: 15mV/Pa
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 75dB-A
- Attenuation pad: -20dB
- Recommended load impedance: >= 1,000 ohms
- Audio output type: balanced XLR
- Connector: male
- Contacts: 3-pin
- Voltage: 44 to 52V (phantom power)
- Current: <= 3mA
Package Contents
- 1× P170 microphone
- 1× stand adapter (clip)
Microphone Principle
A dynamic microphone is suitable for open performances, live broadcasts, music production, etc. It uses a magnet and a moving coil to capture sound.
A condenser microphone is mainly used for studio purposes. It has higher sensitivity and lower noise. It needs to be powered separately.
Frequency Range
The frequency range indicates the range of frequencies that the microphone records. The wider the range, the more sounds it can capture.
Low frequencies (e.g., 20–200Hz): Bass, the deepest notes of instruments (double bass, kick drum) and male voices.
Mid frequencies (e.g., 200–3,000Hz): The body of instruments, the core of the voice where the ear is most sensitive, important for speech intelligibility.
High frequencies (e.g., 3,000–14,000Hz): Highs, details, sibilance, and the "sparkle" of the sound.
Airy band (above 14,000Hz): Gives recordings a feeling of expensive, super high-quality sound and space.
Sensitivity
Microphone sensitivity is the ratio of output voltage to sound pressure. It expresses how loud a signal the microphone produces at a given sound pressure level; higher sensitivity means a stronger voltage and is suitable for quiet studios, while lower sensitivity is better for noisy environments as it amplifies less ambient noise unnecessarily.
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Specifications can be changed without notice. Images are for illustrative purposes only.
