AKG P170 Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Overview
The AKG P170 Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone for recording of overheads, percussion, acoustic guitars and other strings. Its lightweight 1/2-inch true condenser transducer diaphragm delivers outstanding clarity and transient response. The P170 utilizes the experience of sound engineers from around the world and is considered an affordable alternative to the legendary AKG C451 B.
The lightweight 12.70 mm gold-sputtered diaphragm delivers a clear sound with fast transients, and is capable of handling sound-pressure levels up to 155 dB without introducing perceptible distortion. A switchable 20 dB pad enables distortion-free recording of very loud sound sources often associated with proximity miking.
The all-metal body improves rejection of RF interference so you can use the microphone near transmitter stations and along with wireless microphones. The P170 is built to resist high temperatures and humidity. The rugged body and sturdy front grille protect it from the rigours of day-to-day use.
Key Features

Gold-sputtered small-diaphragm prevents shorting to the back electrode at high sound-pressure levels
Capable of handling sound-pressure levels up to 155 dB with no apparent distortion
Switchable 20 dB pad for distortion-free close-miking
All-metal body for rejection of RF interference
Sturdy front grille protects microphone from tough handling
Built to resist high temperatures and humidity

Specifications

Analogue Performance

Transducer
Condenser

Diaphragm
12.70 mm

Polar Pattern
Cardioid

Frequency Range
20 Hz to 20 kHz

Signal to Noise Ratio
75 dB A-Weighted

Equivalent Noise Level
19 dB A-Weighted

Maximum SPL
135 dB SPL

Pad
-20 dB

Impedance
200 Ohms

Load Impedance
1000 Ohms

Sensitivity
15 mV/Pa

General

Output Connectors
1 x 3-Pin XLR

Operating Current Consumption
3.0 mA

Operating Voltage
48 V

Operating Temperature
-10 to 60°C

Length
160 mm

Diameter
22 mm

Weight
130 g