AKG Professional tube condenser microphone C451 B Matched Pair

AKG Professional tube condenser microphone C451 B Matched Pair

The AKG C451 B Matched Pair continues the legacy of its renowned predecessor, the C451 EB with CK1 capsule, making it a perfect choice for professional studio recordings and live performances. Featuring hand-selected small-diaphragm condenser microphones, this pair is crafted for the most demanding audio environments. The microphones provide an incredibly airy sound and can handle high sound pressure levels with ease, making them ideal for drum overheads, percussion, and acoustic instruments.

Designed for the road, these microphones come with robust, low-noise pre-amp electronics that ensure outstanding performance, even in harsh conditions. What sets this matched pair apart is its meticulous selection process — both mics are chosen from thousands of units and show a maximum variance of just 1 dB in frequency response, providing perfectly identical sensitivity.

The C451 B also includes valuable features like a -10 and -20 dB pre-attenuation pad for high-SPL environments and a switchable bass cut filter at 75 and 150 Hz to eliminate unwanted low-frequency noise. Whether used in the studio or on stage, this matched pair delivers pristine sound reproduction and comes with essential accessories, including stand adapters, windscreens, a stereo bar, and an aluminum carrying case.

Key Features:

• Reference small-diaphragm condenser microphones for studio and live use
• Matched pair selected with a maximum variance of only 1 dB in frequency response
• Ideal for recording drums, percussion, and acoustic instruments
• -10 dB and -20 dB pre-attenuation pads for high SPL handling
• Switchable bass cut filter at 75 and 150 Hz to reduce low-end rumble
• Durable, roadworthy design with low-noise pre-amp electronics
• Includes 2 x C451 Microphones, 2 x SA60 Stand Adapters, 2 x W90 Windscreens, H50 Stereo Bar, Aluminum Carrying Case, and Measurement Documents

Specifications:

• Audio frequency bandwidth: 20 - 20,000 Hz
• Output: Balanced XLR, 3-pin male
• Equivalent noise level: 18 dB-A
• Sensitivity: 9 mV/Pa
• Signal to Noise: 76 dB-A
• Pre-attenuation Pad: -10 dB, -20 dB
• Bass cut filter: 75 Hz, 150 Hz
• Electrical impedance: 200 Ohms
• Recommended load impedance: 1,000 Ohms
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Powering interface: 9 to 52 V phantom power
• Current: 2 mA

What's in the Box?

• 2 x C451 Microphones
• 2 x SA60 Stand Adapters
• 2 x W90 Windscreens
• 1 x H50 Stereo Bar
• 1 x Aluminum Carrying Case
• 1 x Measurement Documents.