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AKG PERCEPTION 170
Type: 0.5-inch diaphragm, externally
polarized condenser microphone
Polar pattern: cardioid
Frequency range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
(see frequency response graph)
Sensitivity: 12 mV/Pa (-38.5 dBV ±3 dB)
Max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 135 / 155 dB SPL (0 / -20 dB)
Equivalent noise level
to CCIR 468-2: < 32 dB
Equivalent noise level
to IEC 60268-4: < 21 dB-A
Signal/noise ratio
(A-weighted): 73 dB (re 1 Pa)
Preattenuation pad: -20 dB (switchable)
Impedance: ≤ 200 ohms
Recommended load impedance:
≥ 1000 ohms
Supply voltage: 48 V ±4 V phantom power
to DIN 45 596 / IEC 268-15
Current consumption: ≤ 2 mA
Environment: temperature: -14°F to 140°F
humidity: 80% (@ 77°F)
Connector: 3-pin XLR (pin 2 hot)
Dimensions: 22 dia. x 160 mm high
(0.9 x 6.3 in.)
Net weight: 130 g / 0.29 lbs.
FCC Statement
The device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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