A Classic AKG Condenser Mic Reborn!!
AKG’s C 451 was one of the all-time great studio condenser microphones. Though the original C 451 mic ended production many years ago, it’s still an extremely popular staple in studios all over the world. The enduring popularity of the C 451 inspired AKG to bring this mic back in the C 451 B.
- Ideal for overhead drum miking and capturing rich transients
- Sonically identical to the classic C 451 with improved design
- Increased stability and switchable highpass filter
AKG C 451 B Condenser Microphone Features:
- Cardioid condenser mic with outstanding transient response
- Frequency range 20Hz-20kHz
- Sensitivity 9 mV/Pa (-41dBV)
- Max. SPL 135/145/155dB (0/-10/-20dB)
- Equivalent noise level (CCIR 468-3) 29dB
- Equivalent noise level 18dBA
- Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted) 76dB
- Preattenuation pad 0dB, -10dB, -20dB selectable
- Bass filter flat, 12dB/octave at 75 or 150Hz, selectable
- Impedance <200 ohms
- Recommended load impedance >1000 ohms
- Current consumption <2 mA
- 3-pin XLR connector
- Satin nickel-plated finish
- Requires +9-volt to +52-volt phantom power
Tech Specs
- Microphone Type:Condenser
- Polar Pattern:Cardioid
- Frequency Response:20Hz-20kHz
- Max SPL:135dB (155dB w/Pad)
- Output Impedance:200 ohms
- Signal to Noise Ratio:76dB
- Self Noise:18dB (A weighted)
- Low Cut Filter:75Hz, 150Hz (-12dB/octave)
- Pads:-10dB, -20dB
- Connector:XLR
- Weight:0.27 lbs.