AKG P420 Large Dual Diaphragm True Condenser Microphone

AKG P420 Large Dual-Diaphragm True Condenser Microphone

Product Description
The AKG P420 is a professional large-diaphragm true condenser microphone designed for studio recording applications. It features a dual-diaphragm capsule and selectable polar patterns, delivering warm, transparent, and detailed sound reproduction for vocals, acoustic instruments, pianos, drums, percussion, brass, and woodwind instruments. Its high sensitivity, low-noise electronics, and high SPL handling capability make it suitable for both delicate recordings and loud sound sources.

Key Features

• Large 1-inch dual-diaphragm true condenser capsule
• Three selectable polar patterns:
• Cardioid
• Omnidirectional
• Figure-8
• Wide frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• High maximum SPL handling up to 155 dB (with pad engaged)
• Switchable -20 dB attenuation pad for recording loud sound sources
• Switchable bass-cut filter (300 Hz, 12 dB/octave)
• Low-noise electronics for excellent dynamic range
• High sensitivity (28 mV/Pa) for detailed sound capture
• Balanced 3-pin XLR output
• Requires 48V phantom power
• Suitable for vocals, podcasting, voice-over work, acoustic instruments, drum overheads, piano, brass, and ambient recording
• Durable metal construction with rugged grille design