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Perception 220 Condenser Microphone

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Overview

Big, up-front sound quality!

The Perception 220 is a large-diaphragm True Condenser microphone. It features AKG's new design and logo style, True Condenser capsule technology, switchable 20 dB attenuation pads, and switchable low-cut filter. The condenser is housed in a rugged die-cast chassis. Spider-type shock mount and metal mic case included.

In 2005, AKG launched the Perception models 100 and 200 and it marked the beginning of a big success story. With Perception, AKG created a new series of microphones with legendary AKG sound and quality at an outstanding price/performance level. AKG's Perception Microphones are among the best for wired condenser microphones for their price point. Requires phantom power.

Features

  • Large-Diaphragm True Condenser microphone with a big, up-front sound quality
  • Switchable 20dB preattenuation pad for use in sound fields as high as 155dB
  • Switchable bass cut filter minimizes noise and boominess
  • Spider-type shock mount and metal case included
  • Cardioid pickup minimizes off-axis sound
  • AKG's New Design and logo style
  • Rugged die-cast chassis
  • Gold-plated 3-pin XLR-type outputs
  • Outstanding POP packaging design

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Specs

Perception 220 Condenser Microphone Specifications:

  • Capsule: 1" Large-diaphragm true condenser
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency range: 20 - 20,000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 18 mA
  • Preattenuation pad: 0 dB , -20 dB
  • Bass-cut filter 12 dB/octave at 300 Hz
  • Max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 135 dB / 155 dB (0 / -20 dB)
  • Impedance: <200 ohms
    Recommended load impedance: >1,000 ohms
  • Powering: 48 V phantom power
  • Current consumption: < 2 mA
    Output connector: Gold-plated 3-pin XLR-type
  • Finish: Metallic blue
  • Dimensions: 2.1" W x 6.3" L (53 x 160mm)
  • Net/shipping weight: 525 g (18.5 oz) / 955 g (33.7 oz)
  • Standard accessories Metal case, screw-on spider suspension
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