AKG P420 Mic Recording Condenser Cardioid
Description
The P420 is a multi-pattern large diaphragm true condenser microphone for demanding project studio recording applications. Offering high sensitivity and 155dB maximum SPL, the P420 delivers a warm, transparent sound quality perfectly suited for ensemble recording, grand piano, woodwind and brass instruments, as well as drums and percussion. With three selectable polar patterns (cardioid, omnidirectional or figure 8) it is an ideal tool for stereo miking techniques and ambient recording.
One-inch dual-diaphragm microphone with three selectable polar patterns for the perfect setting, low noise electronics and transformerless output for high dynamic range, and switchable attenuation pad for high SPL applications up to 155 dB SPL. Pro features in an affordable 1″ diaphragm microphone.
AKG P420 Large-diaphragm Condenser Mic Features at a Glance:
- Variable pickup patterns: cardioid, omni, figure-8
- Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
- Max SPL: 155dB
- Bass roll-off: 300Hz
- Pad: 20dB
- Requires +48V phantom power
What’s in the box
- 1 x P420 Microphone
- 1 x Spider Shock Mount
- 1 x Metal Carrying Case




