AKG P420 Condenser MicrophoneHigh-performance Dual-Capsule True Condenser Microphone The P420 is a multi-pattern large diaphragm true condenser microphone for demanding project studio recording applications. Offering high sensitivity and 155 dB maximum SPL, the P420 delivers a warm, transparent sound quality perfectly suited for ensemble recording, grand piano, woodwind and brass instruments, as well as drums and percussion. With three selectable polar patterns - cardioid, omnidirectional or figure 8 - it is an ideal tool for stereo miking techniques and ambient recording. One-inch dual-diaphragm microphone with three selectable polar patterns - For the perfect setting. Low noise electronics - For high dynamic range. Switchable attenuation pad - For high SPL applications up to 155 dB SPL. A switchable bass cut filter and pre-attenuation 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 / aluminum alloy and boasts a dent resistant stainless-steel wire-mesh front grille. It comes complete with a spider-type shock mount in an aluminum carrying case. What's in the Box? 1 x P420 Microphone 1 x Spider Shock Mount 1 x Metal Carrying Case SPECIFICATIONS Audio Frequency Bandwidth: 20 - 20000 Hz Equivalent Noise Level: 15 dB-A Sensitivity: 28 mV/Pa Signal to Noise: 79 dB-A Preattenuation Pad: -20 dB Bass-Cut Filter: 300 Hz - 12 dB/octave Electrical Impedance: = 1000 Ohms Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, & Figure of Eight Length: 165 mm Diameter: 54 mm Net Weight: 530 g Output Type: Balanced XLR Gender: Male Contacts: 3-pin Powering Interface Voltage: 44 to 52 V Current: