AKG Perception 400 Mic
January 25, 2008 04:11
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The Perception 400 from AKG lives up to the company's hard-earned reputation. Watch this video review of the mic from Performing Songwriter Magazine, now celebrating our 100th issue! For more exclusive web articles on songwriting and music technology, please visit www.performingsongwriter.com
The Perception 400 is a multi-pattern large-diaphragm, true condenser microphone with outstanding build quality and a unique combination of excellent performance, deluxe features and high value. The Perception 400 delivers a classic warm, transparent, yet detailed sound and it conforms to the stringent standards defined for AKG recording products, based on the company's 60-year heritage of know-how.
The Perception 400's dual diaphragm 1 in. large-diaphragm capsule allows a selection of cardioid, omnidirectional or figure-eight pickup patterns for flexibility in use. The switchable bass roll-off and pre-attenuation pads enable its use close to sound sources and in high SPL environments up to 145dB.
Perception 400's chassis is made of precision-tooled zinc/aluminum alloy and has a stainless steel grille screen that is dent-resistant. It comes complete with a spider-type shock mount in a metal carrying case.
Features:
Professional condenser microphone for general purpose applications
Dual diaphragm 1 in., large-diaphragm, true condenser capsule
Switch-selectable cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-8 pickup patterns
Switchable bass roll-off switch
Switchable ?10 dB pre-attenuation pad
High 28mV sensitivity and 145 dB max SPL capability at less than 0.5% THD
Rugged metal housing with stainless steel grille
Spider-type shock mount included
Metal carrying case included
The Perception 400's dual diaphragm 1 in. large-diaphragm capsule allows a selection of cardioid, omnidirectional or figure-eight pickup patterns for flexibility in use. The switchable bass roll-off and pre-attenuation pads enable its use close to sound sources and in high SPL environments up to 145dB.
Perception 400's chassis is made of precision-tooled zinc/aluminum alloy and has a stainless steel grille screen that is dent-resistant. It comes complete with a spider-type shock mount in a metal carrying case.
Features:
Professional condenser microphone for general purpose applications
Dual diaphragm 1 in., large-diaphragm, true condenser capsule
Switch-selectable cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-8 pickup patterns
Switchable bass roll-off switch
Switchable ?10 dB pre-attenuation pad
High 28mV sensitivity and 145 dB max SPL capability at less than 0.5% THD
Rugged metal housing with stainless steel grille
Spider-type shock mount included
Metal carrying case included