AKG Pro Audio
Perception 420

Product Code: perception420

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.

• 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

• Type Dual-capsule,1-inch large-diaphragm, true condenser pressure-gradient microphone
• Polar pattern Cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-eight
• Frequency range 20 to 20,000 Hz
• Sensitivity 28 mV/Pa (-31 dBV)
• Max. SPL 135/155 dB SPL (0/-20 dB) for 0.5% THD
• Equivalent noise level 16 dB-A (IEC 60268-4)
• Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted) 78 dB
• Preattenuation pad 0 dB, -20 dB

• Bass filter 12 dB/octave, 300 Hz
• Impedance <=200 ohms
• Recommended load impedance >=1000 ohms
• Powering <=2 mA
• Power requirement 48 V phantom power to DIN/IEC
• Connector 3-pin XLR
• Finish metallic blue/nickel grille
• Dimensions 53 dia. X 165 mm/2 x 6.5 in.
• Net weight 525 g (18.5 oz.)
• Shipping weight 1,970 g (4.3 lb.)

Perception420 Standard Accessories

• Carrying Case, Metal Case

• SH 100 Spider suspension