Perception 170
Common name: AKG Perception 170
Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage
The Perception 170 is a small diaphragm capacitor microphone using a 12.5 mm externally polarised capsule. With the use of the pad it can handle SPLs up to 155 dB allowing close miking of almost any instrument.
Electrical Characteristics
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
12 mV/Pa
Max SPL
135
Max SPL, THD:
0.5
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
21 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
1kΩ
Powering
Phantom 48 only
Supply Current
2 mA
Alternative Powering
Switchable Options
Pad
20dB
Filter/EQ
Physical Characteristics
Connector
XLR-3M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Weight
130 g
Length
160 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
22 mm
Depth
Accessories
Included
Stand adapter
Optional