AKG P170 Pencil Condenser Microphone

The P170 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.

Audio frequency bandwidth: 20 – 20000 Hz
Equivalent noise level: 19 dB-A
Sensitivity: 15 mV/Pa
Signal to Noise: 75 dB-A
Preattenuation Pad: -20 dB
Electrical impedance: <= 200 Ohms
Recommended load impedance: >=1000 Ohms
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Height: 160 mm
Diameter: 22 mm
Net Weight: 130 g
Audio Output: TypeBalanced XLR
Gender: Male
Contacts: 3-pin
Powering: Interface
Voltage: 44 to 52 V
Current: <= 3 mA
Project Studio: Yes
Live Instrument: Yes
Drums / Percussion: Yes
Horns / Woodwinds: Yes
Piano / Strings: Yes