AKG P170
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AKG
P170
Product Info
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The AKG P170 is a solid, budget-friendly option for podcasters, voiceover artists, and musicians needing a clean, detailed sound. It’s a workhorse mic that punches above its weight class – think acoustic guitar, vocals, or even drum overheads when you're on a tight budget. Don't expect a vintage vibe, but for clarity and reliability, it's hard to beat.
Product Description
- AKG P170
- Professional Condenser Small Diaphragm Microphone
- Capsule: 0.5"
- Cardioid
- Frequency range: 20 - 20
- 000 Hz
- Impedance: 200 Ohm
- Switchable pad: -20
- Requires 48 V phantom power
- Robust metal chassis
- Max. SPL: 135/ 155 dB
- XLR connector
- Diameter: 22 mm
- Length: 160 mm
- Weight: 130 gramms
- Colour: black
- Incl. tripod adapter
- • Robust metal chassis offers surprising durability for the price.
- • Cardioid pattern effectively isolates vocals and instruments.
- • Small capsule delivers a clean, detailed sound signature.
- • Surprisingly low self-noise for a microphone in this category.
- • Limited polar pattern options restrict versatility in complex recording scenarios.
- • The capsule's small size can make it less forgiving of proximity effect.
- • Lacks the warmth and character of more expensive small-diaphragm mics.
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