AKG C451 B – Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone for Studio & Instrument Recording

AKG’s C 451 was one of the all-time great studio condenser microphones. Though the original C 451 mic ended production many years ago, it’s still an extremely popular staple in studios all over the world. The enduring popularity of the C 451 inspired AKG to bring this mic back in the C 451 B.

FEATURES

• Cardioid condenser mic with outstanding transient response
• Frequency range 20Hz-20kHz
• Sensitivity 9 mV/Pa (-41dBV)
• Max. SPL 135/145/155dB (0/-10/-20dB)
• Equivalent noise level (CCIR 468-3) 29dB
• Equivalent noise level 18dBA
• Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted) 76dB
• Preattenuation pad 0dB, -10dB, -20dB selectable
• Bass filter flat, 12dB/octave at 75 or 150Hz, selectable
• Impedance <200 ohms
• Recommended load impedance >1000 ohms
• Current consumption <2 mA
• 3-pin XLR connector
• Satin nickel-plated finish
• Requires +9-volt to +52-volt phantom power

SPECIFICATIONS

• Microphone Type:Condenser
• Polar Pattern:Cardioid
• Frequency Response:20Hz-20kHz
• Max SPL:135dB (155dB w/Pad)
• Output Impedance:200 ohms
• Signal to Noise Ratio:76dB
• Self Noise:18dB (A weighted)
• Low Cut Filter:75Hz, 150Hz (-12dB/octave)
• Pads:-10dB, -20dB
• Connector:XLR
• Weight:0.27 lbs.