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AKG C451B - Cardioid Studio Instrument Condenser Pencil Microphone
The AKG C 451B is a cardiod condenser microphone, designed for recording instruments with high transient response, and therefore popularly used for drum kit and percussion recording.
The C 451B features a light diaphram, minimizing handling noise, and a switchable 75Hz/150Hz highpass filter, eliminating low-end rumble. The High Pass filter enhances the "airy" character of the audio signal, and thus the microphone is a viable solution for overhead cymbal or hi-hat recording.
The The C 451B provides a flat, on-axis frequency response, capturing the performance without any signal coloration. The microphone provides both 12V and 48V phantom power, with selectable 10dB/20dB pads included for better signal management.
- Cardioid Polar Pattern
- The Cardioid pick up pattern is useful in situations where off axis leakage is a problem. The 451B attenuates around the off-axis (side) sections of the microphone resulting in a directional pick up pattern.
- Switchable Pad
- Switchable 10 dB or 20 dB pads increase the microphone's SPL capability when close-micing, high-energy sound sources or driving preamps or mixers with limited headroom.
- Switchable Highpass Filters
- Switchable highpass filters (75 Hz or 150 Hz, 12 dB/octave). High pass filters accentuate mid and high end pressence by eliminating unnecessary low end frequencies. Often used when recording cymbals on drum kits.
- Fixed Capsule
- To eliminate the mechanical problems of screw on capsules, the 451B features a fixed capsule, designed after the classic CK 1.
- Flat Frequency Response
- Ruler-flat on-axis frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 KHz (± 1.5dB) assures accurate recordings without any added coloration.
| Transducer | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+/-1.5dB) |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | 117 dB Maximum (A-Weighted) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 73 dB-A (A-Weighted) |
| Maximum Input Sound Level |
112 Pa = 135 dB (with 0 dB preattenuation) 355 Pa = 145 dB (with 10 dB preattenuation) 112 Pa = 155 dB (with 20 dB preattenuation) |
| Power Requirements | 9 to 52v Phantom Power (to DIN/IEC 45 596) |
| Output Impedance |
Less than 200 Ohms Recommended Load Impedance Greater than 1000 Ohms |
| Output Connectors | XLR-3M Type |
| Pad | Yes, Switchable to 0 dB, -10 dB, -20 dB |
| Low Frequency Roll-Off | Yes, Switchable to Flat, 12 dB/Octave at 75 Hz or 150 Hz |
| Dimensions | 6.3 x .75" (160.02 x 19.05mm) LxDiameter |
| Weight | 4.4 oz. (124.67 g) |
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- Durable
- Lightweight
- Quiet
- Simple Use
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Comments about AKG C451B - Pencil Condenser Mic:
Perfect for recording acoustic guitar, or pretty much any instrument. [...]
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