AKG C451B Cardioid Condenser Microphone

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Product Summary

The C451 B is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone that mirrors the acoustical characteristics of the iconic C451 EB + CK1 capsule from 1969. Known for its airy sound and high overload limit, it features a robust design with a handcrafted capsule and low-noise preamp electronics, making it ideal for demanding environments. The microphone includes advanced engineering details such as a highly effective high-pass filter and transformerless preamp.

Key Features

  • Sound of the legendary C451 EB + CK1 capsule from 1969
  • Impressive sound pressure level capability of 155dB SPL
  • Highly effective high-pass filter with 12dB/octave
  • Transformerless preamp and surface mount technology
  • Audio Frequency bandwidth 20 to 20000 Hz

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Product Details

The C451 B is a small-diaphragm condenser 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.

Highlights

  • Sound of the legendary C451 EB + CK1 capsule from 1969
  • Established tour sound standard since the 1980s
  • Impressive sound pressure level capability of 155dB SPL
  • Highly effective high-pass filter with 12dB/octave
  • Transformerless preamp and surface mount technology

Technical Specifications

  • Audio Frequency bandwidth 20 to 20000 Hz
  • Sensitivity 9 mV/Pa
  • Equivalent Noise Level 18 dB-A
  • Signal to Noise 76 dB-A
  • Preattunation Pad -10; -20 dB
  • Bass Cut Filter 75; 150 Hz
  • Electrical Impedance 200 Ohms
  • Recommended Load Impedance 1000 Ohms

Whats In The Box

  • SA60 STAND ADAPTOR
  • W90 WINDSCREEN
  • MICROPHONE BAG

Dimensions

  • Width: 19 mm
  • Height: 160 mm
  • Weight: 0.125 Kg
Tech Specs
SKU:
AKG0029
Model Name:
C451B
Brand:
AKG

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