AKG P170 High-Performance Instrument Microphone

A studio workhorse for overhead, percussion, acoustic guitar, and much more.

The P170 is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone for recording of overheads, percussion, acoustic guitars, and other strings. Its lightweight, ½” true condenser transducer diaphragm delivers outstanding clarity and transient response. The P170 utilizes the experience of sound engineers from around the world and is considered an affordable alternative to the legendary AKG C451 B.

Features

• Small-diaphragm condenser microphone
• Ideal for overhead miking, acoustic stringed instruments and more
• 1/2" true condenser transducer diaphragm
• Outstanding clarity and transient response
• Affordable alternative to the AKG C451 B

Specifications

• Capsule: 1/2" True Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 15 mV/Pa (-36.5 dBV)
• Max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 135 dB without padengaged, 155 dB with -20 dB pad engaged
• Equivalent Noise Level to IEC60286-4: 19 dBA
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 75 dBA (RE 1Pa)
• Preattenuation Pad: -20 dB
• Electrical Impedance: < /= 200 Ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance: >/= 1000 Ohms
• Connector: 3-Pin XLR (Pin 2 Hot)
• Phantom Powering: 48V +/- 4V to IEC61938
• Current Consumption: < /= 3 mA
• Temperature Range: 14°F to 140°F (-10°C to +60°C)