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AKG - Wired P420 Multi-Pattern Studio Condenser Microphone - Black

Model: 3101H00430
SKU: 6599717
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The P420 is a heavy-duty, rugged true condenser microphone built to the same strict quality standards as all other AKG products. Designed on the basis of AKG’s decades of knowhow and feedback from sound engineers around the world using AKG studio microphones every day, this general-purpose 1" dual large-diaphragm microphone brings AKG studio quality to the worlds of recording, live sound, and broadcasting. Founded in 1947, AKG is a divison of Harman and related JBL brands.
  • Key Specs
    • Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional
    • Output(s): XLR
    • Microphone Type: Condenser microphones
    • Wireless: false
  • General
    • Brand: AKG
    • Model Number: 3101H00430
    • Product Name: Wired P420 Multi-Pattern Studio Condenser Microphone
    • Color: Black
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 6.5 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Length: 2.1 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
    • Product Width: 2.1 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 1.1 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Audio
    • Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Bidirectional
    • Output(s): XLR
    • Phantom Power: true (Powers devices with onboard electronics that require minimal electricity, such as microphones. DC power is returned to the device via the same cable that carried the signal from it.)
    • Minimum Frequency Response: 20 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
    • Maximum Frequency Response: 20 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
  • Features
    • Microphone Type: Condenser microphones
    • Wireless: false
    • Lighting Type: None
  • Compatibility
    • Camera/Camcorder Compatible: false
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 2 years
    • Warranty - Labor: 2 years
  • Other
    • UPC: 885038037064

The P420 is a heavy-duty, rugged true condenser microphone built to the same strict quality standards as all other AKG products. Designed on the basis of AKG’s decades of knowhow and feedback from sound engineers around the world using AKG studio microphones every day, this general-purpose 1" dual large-diaphragm microphone brings AKG studio quality to the worlds of recording, live sound, and broadcasting. Founded in 1947, AKG is a divison of Harman and related JBL brands.

  • Selectable polar patterns: The microphone's transducer uses a dual diaphragm. This sophisticated technology allows you to select the optimum polar pattern (cardioid, omnidirectional, or figure eight) for every application.
  • Gold-sputtered diaphragm: The diaphragm is made of a plastic foil that is gold-sputtered on one side only to prevent shorting to the back electrode even at extremely high sound pressure levels.
  • All-metal body: The all-metal body adds to the rejection of RF interference so you can use the microphone near transmitter stations and along with wireless microphones or other communications equipment. The extremely rugged, heavy body and sturdy front grill protect the microphone from damage from tough handling on stage.
  • High headroom, minimum distortion: Capable of handling sound pressure levels up to 155 dB without introducing perceptible distortion and built to resist high temperatures and humidity, the microphone will give excellent results in a wide range of applications
  • Polar pattern selector: Selector 1 on the microphone front sets the microphone polar pattern to cardioid, omnidirectional, or figure eight
  • Switchable preattenuation pad: Switch on the microphone front lets you increase the headroom by 20 dB for distortionfree close-in recording. The preattenuation pad prevents the microphone's output level, particularly at low frequencies, from overloading the miniature transformers used in many mixer input stages, etc.
  • Bass cut filter: Switch on the microphone front further reduces low-end distortion caused by footfall or wind noise, etc. The filter also minimizes the proximity effect that close-in miking from less than 4 inches causes in any unidirectional microphone. The filter rolls off at 6 dB/octave (P120) or at 12 dB/octave (P220) from 300 Hz downward.
  • Metal Case: Rugged Aluminum case to keep your microphone safe
  • Selectable polar patterns: The microphone's transducer uses a dual diaphragm. This sophisticated technology allows you to select the optimum polar pattern (cardioid, omnidirectional, or figure eight) for every application.
  • Gold-sputtered diaphragm: The diaphragm is made of a plastic foil that is gold-sputtered on one side only to prevent shorting to the back electrode even at extremely high sound pressure levels.
  • All-metal body: The all-metal body adds to the rejection of RF interference so you can use the microphone near transmitter stations and along with wireless microphones or other communications equipment. The extremely rugged, heavy body and sturdy front grill protect the microphone from damage from tough handling on stage.
  • High headroom, minimum distortion: Capable of handling sound pressure levels up to 155 dB without introducing perceptible distortion and built to resist high temperatures and humidity, the microphone will give excellent results in a wide range of applications
  • Polar pattern selector: Selector 1 on the microphone front sets the microphone polar pattern to cardioid, omnidirectional, or figure eight
  • Switchable preattenuation pad: Switch on the microphone front lets you increase the headroom by 20 dB for distortionfree close-in recording. The preattenuation pad prevents the microphone's output level, particularly at low frequencies, from overloading the miniature transformers used in many mixer input stages, etc.
  • Bass cut filter: Switch on the microphone front further reduces low-end distortion caused by footfall or wind noise, etc. The filter also minimizes the proximity effect that close-in miking from less than 4 inches causes in any unidirectional microphone. The filter rolls off at 6 dB/octave (P120) or at 12 dB/octave (P220) from 300 Hz downward.
  • Metal Case: Rugged Aluminum case to keep your microphone safe
Whats Included
  • P420 Microphone
  • Shock Mount
  • Metal Carrying Case
  • P420 Microphone
  • Shock Mount
  • Metal Carrying Case

Q: What is the warranty period for the microphone?

A: The manufacturer's warranty for parts on the microphone is two years.

Q: Does the microphone have a cardioid polar pattern?

A: This microphone does have a cardioid polar pattern.

Q: What is the minimum and maximum frequency response of the microphone?

A: The minimum frequency response is 20 hertz, and the maximum frequency response is 20 kilohertz.

Q: Can the microphone be used for both recording and live sound?

A: This general-purpose microphone brings AKG studio quality to the worlds of recording, live sound, and broadcasting. Therefore, the microphone can be used for both recording and live sound.

Q: Is the microphone compatible with phantom power?

A: This microphone is compatible with phantom power.

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