AKG P170 Instrumental 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.

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