AKG C451 B Small-diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

One for the road The C451 B is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone with the identical acoustical behavior of its predecessor, the legendary C451 EB + CK1 capsule, which was a bestseller right from the start in 1969. With its airy sound, high overload limit and improved engineering details, the C451 B continues the success story of this legend. The roadworthy design around the handcrafted capsule and the low-noise preamp electronics ensure impressive results even under very harsh conditions. General Specifications Audio frequency bandwidth20 – 20000 Hz Equivalent noise level18 dB-A Sensitivity9 mV/Pa Signal to Noise76 dB-A Preattenuation Pad-10; -20 dB Bass cut filter75; 150 Hz Electrical impedance200 Ohms Recommended load impedance1000 Ohms Polar PatternCardioid Dimensions Height160 mm Diameter19 mm Net Weight125 g Design Finishsatin nickel plated Audio Output TypeBalanced XLR GenderMale Contacts3-pin Powering Interface Voltage9 to 52 V Current2 mA Application Pro StudioYes Instrument Piano / StringsYes Horns / WoodwindsYes Drums / PercussionYes