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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.) |
| The C 414 B/XLS has been carefully designed to maintain the legendary sonic character of the C 414 family while integrating new features and performance enhancements made possible by new technology. The C 414B/XLS is designed to deliver accurate pickup of all acoustic instruments and voices.
The microphone's 5 pickup patterns are easily selectable via an electronic switch with LED indication and offer the selection of omnidirectional, cardioid, wide cardioid, hypercardioid and figure-eight patterns.
The pickup pattern selector switch utilizes a dual-color LED indicator that provides visual indication of the pattern selected and also changes from green to red to indicate if the microphone's output electronics are being overloaded. The pattern selector can also be used to "lock" the microphone's switch settings by pressing and holding it for 3 seconds.
On the rear of the microphone, an electronic switch allows the selection of -6 dB, -12 dB and -18 dB pre-attenuation levels which are accomplished by changing the polarization voltage to the capsule. The C 414 B/XLS has switchable bass cut filters of 12 dB-per-octave at 40 Hz and 80 Hz, and a 6-dB-per-octave filter at 160 Hz for control of proximity effect. On-axis sensitivity for all patterns is 23 mV/Pa and its self-noise is an extremely low 6 dB-A.
The C 414 B/XLS has a transformerless output and all-metal chassis, making it immune to electrical interference and RF from digital equipment, video monitors and wireless systems. It comes complete in an all-metal road case with the AKG H-85 shock mount, a PF80 external two-stage pop filter, a W414X external windscreen and an individually-measured chart showing the response curve of the microphone. It is also available in factory-matched stereo pairs packaged with a H50 stereo bar instead of the external pop filter.
The C 414B/XLS is built in Vienna, Austria and comes with a three-year limited parts and labor warranty.
Features
High sensitivity and extremely low self noise
Five switchable polar patterns for placement and application flexibility
Two-color LEDs provide quick visual indication of selected polar pattern and output overload
Elastic capsule suspension greatly minimizes structurally-transmitted noise from chassis vibration
H 85 professional shock mount/stand adapter, PF 80 external pop filter and W 414 X external windscreen
High sound pressure level capability and wide dynamic range
Completely immune to electrostatic and electro-magnetic interference from digital gear, computer monitors, etc. thanks to solid metal housing and transformerless output stage
Three switchable bass cut filters and three pre-attenuation pads with LEDs for quick visual indication
All switchable components operate in low impedance circuits for ultra-high relability even in extremely humid conditions
Optional R 414 remote control unit (available by the end of 2004) offers full control of all switchable parameters via standard microphone cable and 3-pin XLR-type connectors
Specifications
Type: 1" large diaphragm pressure gradient microphone
Polar Patterns: Omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure eight
Frequency Range: 20 to 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 23 mV/Pa (-33 dBV) +/-0.5 dB
Max. SPL: 140/146/152/158 dB SPL (at 0/-6/-12/-18 dB)
Preattenuation Pad: -6, -12,-18 dB, switchable
Bass Cut Filter Scope: 12 dB/octave at 40 Hz and 80 Hz; 6 dB/octave at 160 Hz
Power Requirements: 48 V phantom power to DIN/IEC
Connector: 3-pin XLR
Dimensions: 2" x 1.5" x 6.3“
Net Weight: 10.6 oz
Shipping Weight: 5 lbs (2.27 kg) |
| Acoustical operating principle | Pressure gradient transducer | | Directional pattern | Cardioid | | Frequency range | 20 Hz ... 20 kHz | | Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohms | 18 mV/Pa | | Rated impedance | 50 ohms | | Rated load impedance | 1000 ohms | | Equivalent SPL CCIR 468-3 | 21 dB | | Equivalent SPL DIN/IEC 651 | 10 dB-A | | S/N ratio CCIR 468-3 | 73 dB | | S/N ratio DIN/IEC 651 | 84 dB | | Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% | 140 dB | | Maximum output voltage | 13 dBu | | Dynamic range of the microphone amplifier DIN/IEC 651 | 130 dB | | Supply voltage | 48 V ± 4 V | | Current consumption | 3 mA | | Matching connectors | XLR 3F | | Weight | 480 g | | Diameter | 49 mm | | Length | 175 mm |
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The CK-7 houses a 35mm gold-sputtered thin Mylar capsule. The CK-7 uses high grade Polystyrene and Metalized Polypropylene capacitors in the audio path. This represents a commitment to quality, as these normally are the type of "upgrade" components that are implemented by microphone modders/hot-rodders! Any studio can proudly offer the CK-7 as a vocal mic or utility condenser due to its versatility...It exudes class visually as well as sonically.
Manufactured using the finest materials yielding a very solid feel, superb structural integrity and rugged reliability. The versatile CK-7 mic is able to produce professional results with a clean sonic character. The included Custom Retro Shockmount is superb in allowing a precise positioning of the mic while inhibiting the transfer of unwanted vibrations up into the mic. This isolation allows for superior professional results. The 3 patterns allow the CK-7 to be used in a variety of situations.
The cardioid pattern is generally best used on vocals and single instruments. The omni mode works well in incorporating some room sound into the track. The figure 8 pattern allows 2 vocalists to use the mic at the same time from opposite sides. The CK-7 has separate -10 dB pad & 80 Hz LF roll off switches....The -10dB attenuation switch can be engaged when miking very high SPL sources to keep from overloading the electronics. The 80Hz high-pass filter switch can be engaged to reduce rumble and to keep unwanted low frequencies from "muddying up" the track.
Applications.
studio vocals, acoustic guitar, mandolin, drum overheads, piano, room mic
Specifications
Type: True Condenser
Polar Pattern(s): Cardioid , Omni , Figure 8
Capsule: Dual-sided 35mm center-terminated gold-sputter Mylar (6 micron)
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz +/- 3dB
Output Impedance: |
- 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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| 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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