Order by phone
Mon-Fri: 9:00AM-6:00PM
 0844 815 0888

Select CurrencyYour Basket 0 items | £ 0.00 Checkout
Home » Recording » Microphones » Microphones » Condenser » Large Diaphragm » AKG Perception 420

AKG Perception 420

Dolphin id:
37739
Product SKU:
AKG0666

In stock

Delivers a warm transparent sound quality ideally suited for ensemble recording, grand piano, woodwind and brass instruments as well as drums and percussion instruments.

Show full description »

The AKG Perception 420 is a multi-pattern large-diaphragm condenser microphone for more demanding professional studio recording applications. Offering high sensitivity and 155 dB maximum SPL, the Perception 420 delivers a warm transparent sound quality ideally suited for ensemble recording, grand piano, woodwind and brass instruments as well as drums and percussion instruments. In addition, three selectable polar patterns – cardioid, omnidirectional or figure-eight – allow a wide range of stereo miking techniques and ambient recording. A switchable bass cut filter and preattenuation pad enable the Perception 420 to be used close to sound sources in sound fields as high as 155 dB. The microphone's chassis is made of precision-tooled zinc/aluminium alloy and boasts a dent resistant stainless-steel wire-mesh front grille. It is supplied with a spider-type shock mount in an aluminium carrying case.

Key Features

  • Back-to-back large-diaphragm multi-pattern transducer
  • An excellent choice for a variety of professional recording applications: A/B, X/Y, and M/S stereo recording, Ambience recording, Grand piano, woodwind and brass instruments, Percussions, Drums, Classical music recording, Studio applications
  • True condenser technology
  • High sensitivity and 155 dB maximum SPL capability
  • Switchable 20 dB preattenuation pad
  • Switchable bass cut filter
  • Legendary, pristine AKG sound quality
  • Type: Dual-capsule,1-inch large-diaphragm, true condenser pressure-gradient microphone
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-eight
  • Frequency range: 20 to 20,000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 28 mV/Pa (-31 dBV)
  • Max. SPL: 135 dB/155 dB (0/-20 dB) for 0.5% THD
  • Equivalent noise level: 16 dB-A (IEC 60268-4)
  • Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted): 78 dB
  • Preattenuation pad: 0 dB, -20 dB
  • Bass filter: 12 dB/octave at 300 Hz
  • Impedance: <200 ohms
  • Recommended load impedance: >=1000 ohms
  • Current consumption: <2 mA
  • Power requirement: 48 V phantom power to DIN/IEC
  • Connector: 3-pin XLR
  • Finish: Metallic blue/nickel grille
  • Dimensions: 53 dia. x 165 mm (2.1 dia. x 6.5 in.)
  • Net weight: 525 g (18.5 oz.)
  • Shipping weight: 1,970 g (4.3 lb.)
  • Includes spider-type shock mount and aluminium carrying case

£ 230.00 Web price, inc VAT

Ex Vat:
£191.67, VAT at 20.00%
SRP:
£ 285.95
Select Currency
Add to basket
x £ payments + £ deposit
Read more about finance here.
Image: AKG Perception 420

Save 19%

Free Delivery*

Next day delivery available*

UK mainland standard delivery FREE.
More details on UK deliveries.
More details on International deliveries.

AKG Perception 420 videos

There are currently no videos for this product. If you are registered with us you may log in to add additional videos related to this product. You can also register an account to add a related video.

AKG Perception 420 Reviews

9/10

AKG Perception - Quality

— Arron Cornall January 2, 2009

Would just like to enthuse any producers out there, who are regarding the purchase of this wonderful mic. I have been super impressed by this mic so far, used it on acoustic guitar - brill, cymbal overheads - crisp, vox - even better!

Hopefully you i have inspired some of you out there to purchase this mic!

Think of the variable patterns,
I did!

Goodluck!

Add your review
Security code

AKG Perception 420 News

There is currently no news for this product.

Show all news »

Price Matching

Dolphin Music brings you the best music gear at the best price. We are committed to superior customer service and have extensive product knowledge. However, in today’s market we may not always be aware of all the price fluctuations of the products we sell. So, we offer competitive price matching.

Please fill in the following form to request a price match.

What prices we will match?

We will compare prices for new, direct from manufacturer items, excluding any add-ons, options, or other special features which may affect price.

The item must be new and must be the exact same make and model (ie, the same size, version, etc.).

Since our postage charges are lower than most of the shops, the comparison price must be a "delivered cost" to the consumer.

If we are unable to verify the previous condition, we will notify you that we require additional information to verify the Price Match request. Our goal is to make this policy simple and hassle-free. We are committed to responding to your requests quickly.

The price you have found must be the Internet Retailer's regular, advertised price for a current and available item. The price you found cannot be a closeout, discontinued, blemished, year-end, inventory reduction, or any other type of advertised sale price.

Price Matching requests may not be combined with any other promotional discounts, specials or other price incentives.

Prices and price sources you have found which do not meet the above criteria or in which incomplete or inaccurate information is provided to us, will not be approved for our Price Match.

Please select your country/region

Choose the region you are shopping from to view products in your currency.

We have temporarily suspended processing of EUR payments, all orders will be charged in GBP.