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Perception 120 |
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- General-purpose cardioid recording microphone
- Extended frequency response
- Roadworthy construction
- Switchable 20 dB preattenuation pad
- Switchable bass cut filter
- Designed and engineered by AKG in Vienna, Austria
The Perception 120 is a 2/3-inch diaphragm true condenser microphone that offers solid build quality, outstanding performance, and excellent value. The low-mass diaphragm delivers a clear sound with accurate sonic detail. A switchable 20 dB preattenuation pad and bass cut filter make the Perception 120 an excellent choice for a wide range of recording and live sound applications.
Backed by AKG\'s six decades of experience in making microphones and input from sound engineers around the world, the Perception 120 now brings AKG studio quality to musicians and project studio applications.
Type |
2/3\" Diaphragm True Condenser |
Polar pattern |
cardioid |
Frequency range |
20 to 20,000 Hz |
Sensitivity |
22 mV/Pa (-33 dBV) |
Max. SPL |
130/150 dB (0/-20 dB) for 0.5% THD |
Equivalent noise level |
22 dB-A (IEC 60268-4) |
Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted) |
72 dB |
Preattenuation pad |
0 dB, -20 dB |
Bass filter |
12 dB/octave at 300 Hz |
Impedance |
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Recommended load impedance |
>= 1,000 ohms |
Powering |
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Power requirement |
48 V phantom power to DIN/IEC |
Connector |
3-pin XLR |
Finish |
metallic blue |
Dimensions |
53 dia. x 165 mm (2.1 dia. x 6.5 in.) |
Net weight |
525 g (18.5 oz.) |
Shipping weight |
955 g (33.7 oz.) |
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- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Switchable -10dB PAD
- Frequency response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
- Max. SPL: 140/150 dB (THD = 0.5%)
- Electrical impedance: 200 Ohm
- Requires phantom power
- Diameter: 53 mm
- Length: 162 mm
- Net weight: 320 g
- Colour: Black
- Incl. shock mount
- Highly affordable AKG large-diaphragm microphone technology
- Cardioid polar pattern for multiplicity of vocal and instrument applications
The earlier model C 3000 has had a large fan club in the project studio and home recording worlds for years. For the new C 3000 B, AKG designed a special 1-inch large-diaphragm transducer that closely approximates the vibration performance of top-class studio microphones, but can be made at much lower cost.
Due to its surface area and special capsule tuning, the C 3000 B large-diaphragm transducer produces an exceptionally pleasing, smooth sound. Unlike in the C 3000, the switchable 10-dB preattenuation pad immediately follows the transducer in the signal path, thus increasing the C 3000 B\'s SPL capability by a true 10 dB. Loud sound sources are therefore no problem.
An acoustically optimized cardioid polar pattern makes the C 3000 B an excellent choice for both recording and live sound applications where high gain before feedback is paramount.
Polar pattern |
cardioid |
Frequency range |
20 to 20,000 Hz |
Sensitivity |
25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV) |
Max. SPL |
140/150 dB (k=0,5%) |
Equivalent noise level (CCIR 468-3) |
25 dB |
Equivalent noise level |
14 dB-A |
Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted) |
80 dB |
Preattenuation pad |
10 dB, switchable |
Bass filter |
6 dB/octave below 500 Hz |
Impedance |
200 ohms |
Recommended load impedance |
>1000 ohms |
Supply voltage |
9 to 52 V phantom power to DIN 45596 |
Current consumption |
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Connector |
3-pin XLR |
Finish |
silver gray |
Net weight |
320 g / 11.3 oz. |
Shipping weight |
950 g / 2.1 lbs. |
Patent(s) |
Electrostatic transducer (Patent no. AT 395.225, DE 4.103.784, JP 2.815.488) |
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NT2-A - ?The Legend Continues? Multi Pattern 1? Condenser Microphone.
The new NT2-A carries on the tradition forged by the now legendary R?DE NT2.
A professional large capsule (1?) studio microphone incorporating three-position
pick-up patterns, pad and high pass filter switches conveniently located on the
mic body.
At the heart of the NT2-A is the Australian designed and manufactured HF1 dual
diaphragm capsule. The frequency and transient response of this new transducer
has been voiced to complement today?s modern recording techniques, and yet still
evoke the silky smooth character of the legendary microphones of the 50?s and 60?s.
These features provide the flexibility and superlative audio characteristics that make
the NT2-A one of the most versatile condenser mics available.
The NT2-A?s variable controls allow switching between Omni, Figure 8, and Cardioid
polar patterns. The three position high-pass filter provides a flat response or an 80Hz
and 40Hz high pass filter to be selected. Finally the microphones Pad can be switched
between 0 dB, -5dB and -10dB. The NT2-A comes in a soft pouch with an M2 stand mount.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Features:
The Australian designed and manufactured HF1 1? edge terminated, gold sputtered, dual
5 um diaphragm capsule. 3-position variable polar pattern: Omni, Cardioid & Figure 8; all
controlled on the mic. 3-position variable high-pass filter: Flat, 80 Hz or 40 Hz. 3-position
variable pad: 0 dB, -5 dB or -10 dB. Ultra low noise, transformerless SMT circuitry. Wide
dynamic range. High strength heat-treated steel mesh head. Durable satin nickel finish.
Internal capsule shock mounting. Supplied complete with soft pouch and clip. Designed
and manufactured in Sydney, Australia.
Operation power:
The NT2-A is designed to operate from phantom power to the P48 standard. The NT2-A will
operate between 44V and 52V applied with positive polarity to pin 2 and pin 3 of the output
XLR connector.
Operation output impedance:
The NT2-A will operate satisfactorily into a load impedance as low as 1 kΩ. If a load below this
is used, the output signal level will be reduced. The NT2-A output is balanced between pin 2 (hot)
and pin 3 (cold). Pin 1 is ground.
Acoustic principle: Externally polarized 25 mm (1?) dual diaphragm.
Directional pattern: Multi-pattern
Frequency range: 20 Hz ~ 20 000 Hz
Output impedance: 200 Ω
Signal noise ratio din iec 651:
87 dB (1 kHz rel 1 Pa; per IEC651, IEC268-15)
Equvalent noise: 7 dBA SPL (per IEC651, IEC268-15)
Maximum spl:
147 dB (@ 1% THD into 1 kΩ); 157 dB (@ 1% THD into 1 kΩ) - pad at maximum
Sensitivity: -36 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal; (16 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/-2 dB
Dynamic range din iec 651: 140 dB (per IEC651, IEC268-15)
Power supply voltage: 48 Volts (P48)
Output connection:
3 pin XLR, balanced output between; pin 2(+) and pin 3(-); Pin 1 ground
Weight with battery: 860 grm |
Rode's new NTK has the quality and warmth demanded from a tube mic.
With the large 1 in. capsule gold-plated membrane and twin triode tubes
(hand graded and selected), Rode is again setting the standard for value.
This is a tube mic designed exclusively for recording professionals who
want what only the best can offer.
Features:
Dynamic range of 47dB
Ultra low noise of only 12dB
Internal capsule shock mounting
Cardioid polar pattern
20Hz - 20kHz frequency response
Includes a power supply, 30 ft. cable, and stand adapter
Technical Description:
Capsule: Externally polarised 1 in. pressure-gradient condenser
Active Electronics: Unity-gain closed-loop impedance converter;
vacuum-tube input with bipolar buffering
Pickup Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz (+/-6dB)
Output Impedance: 200 ohms (100 ohms per leg)
Sensitivity: -38dB re 1V/Pa (12mV @ 94dB SPL) +/-1dB
Equivalent Noise: 12dB SPL (A-weighted per IEC268-15) +/-2dB
Maximum Output: > +29dBu (@ 1kHz, 5% THD into 1k (load)
Dynamic Range: > 147dB (A-weighted, per IEC268-15)
Maximum SPL: > 158dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 5% THD into 1k (load)
Signal/Noise Ratio: > 82dB (A-weighted, per IEC268-15)
External power supply: 100-120V/200-240V AC (user selectable)
50Hz/60Hz, 25VA maximum
Packed Weight: 4.53 kg (Mic only 760 gm)
Accessories included:
Power Supply
30 ft (10 m) Multicore Cable
M2 Standmount plus 3/8-5/8 in. Thread Adapter
Optional Extras: SM2 Shockmount
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Acoustical operating principle | Pressure gradient transducer | Directional pattern | Omnidirectional, wide angle cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure-8 plus one intermediate position each | Frequency range | 20 Hz ... 20 kHz | Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm | 34/47/62 mV/Pa* | Rated impedance | 50 ohms | Rated load impedance | 1000 ohms | Equivalent SPL CCIR 468-3 | 28/25/23 dB* | Equivalent SPL DIN/IEC 651 | 16/13/11 dB-A* | S/N ratio CCIR 468-3 | 66/69/71 dB* | S/N ratio DIN/IEC 651 | 78/81/83 dB* | Typical SPL (tube characteristic) | K | Maximum output voltage | 18 dBu | Dynamic range of the microphone amplifier cardioid DIN/IEC 651 for | 101 (121) dB | Powering | Power supply N 149 | Matching connectors | Microphone DIN 8F, Power supply XLR 3F | Weight | 730 g | Diameter | 70 mm | Length | 201 mm |
* Omnidirectional / cardioid / figure-8
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Acoustical operating principle | Pressure gradient transducer | Directional pattern | Cardioid | Frequency range | 20 Hz ... 20 kHz | Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm | 20 mV/Pa | Rated impedance | 50 ohms | Rated load impedance | 1000 ohms | Equivalent SPL CCIR 468-3 | 24 dB | Equivalent SPL DIN/IEC 651 | 12 dB-A | S/N ratio CCIR 468-3 | 70 dB | S/N ratio DIN/IEC 651 | 82 dB | Maximum SPL | 114 dB for THD | Maximum output voltage | 8 dBu | Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier DIN/IEC 651 | 102 dB for THD | Supply voltage | Power supply N 149 A | Matching connector | Microphone: DIN 8F, Power Supply: XLR 3F | Weight | 460 g | Diameter | 57 mm | Length | 142 mm |
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