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Gear / Technical Help => Microphones & Setup => Topic started by: OOK on April 04, 2007, 07:47:19 PM

Title: AKG perception 150
Post by: OOK on April 04, 2007, 07:47:19 PM
It looks like there is a new kid on the block.  This might be a good starter mic for someone. 
I wonder how it sounds?
I wonder what the chineese symbol is for AKG?

Anyway here are some specs.

Polar pattern Cardioid
Frequency range 20 to 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity 12 mV/Pa (- 38.5 dBV +- 3dB)
Max. SPL 135 / 145 dB SPL (0 / -10 dB) for 0.5% THD
Equivalent noise level (CCIR 468-2) < 32 dB
Equivalent noise level < 21 dB-A (to IEC 60268-4)
Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted) 73 dB (re 1 Pa)
Preattenuation pad -10 dB (switchable)
Impedance <=200 ohms
Recommended load impedance >=1000 ohms
Current consumption <=2 mA
Connector 3-pin XLR-type (pin #2 hot)
Net weight 130 grams / 0.

Here is the user manuel:
http://www.akg.com/mediendatenbank2/psfile/datei/20/perception4524e893ccf92.pdf

Prices look real cheap on these.  129.00 at GC
http://www.guitarcenter.com/shop/product/AKG-Perception-150-SmallDiaphragm-Condenser-Microphone?full_sku=104315247