Perception 420 is a multi-pattern large-diaphragm dual-capsule true condenser microphone for more demanding professional studio recording applications.

Offering high sensitivity and 155 dB maximum SPL, the Perception 420 delivers a warm transparent sound quality ideally suited for ensemble recording, grand piano, woodwind and brass instruments as well as drums and percussion instruments. In addition, three selectable polar patterns Â- cardioid, omnidirectional or figure-eight Â- allow a wide range of stereo miking techniques and ambient recording.

A switchable bass cut filter and preattenuation pad enable the Perception 420 to be used close to sound sources in sound fields as high as 155 dB.

The microphone's chassis is made of precision-tooled zinc/aluminium alloy and boasts a dent resistant stainless-steel wire-mesh front grille. It comes complete with a spider-type shock mount in an aluminium carrying case.

Back-to-back large-diaphragm multi-pattern transducer

True condenser technology

High sensitivity and 155 dB maximum SPL capability

Switchable 20 dB preattenuation pad

Switchable bass cut filter

Legendary, pristine AKG sound quality

Complete with spider-type shock mount and aluminium carrying case

General
Audio Frequency bandwidth: 20 to 20000 Hz
Sensitivity: 28 mV/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level: 15 dB-A
Signal to Noise: 79 dB-A
Preattenuation Pad: -20 dB
Bass Cut Filter: 300 - 12 dB/octave Hz
Electrical Impedance: <= 200 Ohms
Recommended Load Impedance: >= 1000 Ohms
Polar Patterns
Cardioid
Omnidirectional
Figure of eight
Powering Interface
Voltage: 44 to 52 V
Current: <= 3 mA
Audio Output
Type: Balanced XLR
Gender: Male
Contacts: 3-pin
Dimensions / Weight
Length: 165 mm
Diameter: 54 mm
Net Weight: 530 g