AKG C451 B Small-Diaphragm Condenser Reference Microphone

The AKG C451 B Small-Diaphragm Condenser Reference 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.

AKG C451 B Small-Diaphragm Condenser Reference Microphone Features

- Sound of legendary C451 EB + CK1 capsule from 1969 delivers stunning sound quality with maximum accuracy
- Established tour sound standard since the 1980's for excellent sound quality even under harsh on-stage conditions
- Impressive sound pressure level capability of 155dB SPL allows close-miking of high-energy sound sources without distortion
- Highly effective high-pass filter with 12dB/octave prevents low-end distortion caused by rumble or wind noise
- Transformerless preamp and surface mount technology provides extremely low distortion, highest reliability and less weight

AKG C451 B Small-Diaphragm Condenser Reference Microphone Specifications

- Microphone Type: Condenser
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Audio Frequency Bandwidth: 20 - 20,000 Hz
- Equivalent Noise Level: 18 dB-A
- Sensitivity: 9 mV/Pa
- Signal to Noise: 76 dB-A
- Preattenuation Pad: -10 & -20 dB
- Bass Cut Filter: 75 & 150 Hz
- Electrical Impedance: 200 Ω
- Recommended Load Impedance: 1000 Ω
- Application:Pro Studio: Yes
  - Piano / Strings
  - Horns / Woodwinds
  - Drums / Percussion

Connections:
- Type: Balanced XLR
- Gender: Male
- Contacts: 3-Pin

Pantom Power:
- Voltage: 9 to 52 V
- Current: 2 mA

Physical:
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 19 x 160 x 19 mm
- Weight: 0.125 kg

AKG C451 B Small-Diaphragm Condenser Reference Microphone Supplied With

- 1x AKG C451 B Microphone
- 1x W90 Windscreen
- 1x SA60 Stand Adaptor
- 1x Microphone Bag