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title: "AKG P420 High-performance dual-capsule true condenser microphone - Black"
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# 3 switchable polar patterns Dual 1-inch diaphragms Rugged metal carry case AKG P420 High-performance dual-capsule true condenser microphone - Black

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## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your studio game with AKG P420 — where pro versatility meets rock-solid reliability.

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- **What is this?** AKG P420 High-performance dual-capsule true condenser microphone - Black by akg
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## Key Features

- • **Ready for the Road:** Includes a spider shock mount and rugged aluminium carry case—perfect for the on-the-go creative who demands durability and style.
- • **Rumble-Free Recording:** Engage the 12dB/octave bass cut filter at 300Hz to eliminate unwanted low-frequency noise and keep your tracks clean.
- • **Crystal Clear Precision:** Low-noise electronics and a 79 dB signal-to-noise ratio deliver pristine, transparent audio that elevates your productions.
- • **Handle Loud Like a Boss:** With a 20dB attenuation pad and 155dB max SPL, capture everything from whisper to roar without distortion.
- • **Versatile Sound Capture:** Switch effortlessly between cardioid, figure-8, and omnidirectional modes to tailor your recording environment like a pro.

## Overview

The AKG P420 is a high-performance large-diaphragm true condenser microphone featuring dual 1-inch capsules and three switchable polar patterns (cardioid, figure-8, omnidirectional). Designed for demanding project studios, it offers a wide 20-20,000 Hz frequency response, low noise electronics with a 79 dB signal-to-noise ratio, and can handle sound pressure levels up to 155dB with its 20dB attenuation pad. The mic includes a bass cut filter to reduce rumble, a spider shock mount, and a rugged metal carry case, making it ideal for versatile, professional-grade recording of vocals and instruments alike.

## Description

From the manufacturer High-performance Dual-capsule True Condenser Microphone The P420 is a multi-pattern large-diaphragm true condenser microphone for demanding project studio recording applications. Offering high sensitivity and 155dB maximum SPL, the P420 delivers a warm, transparent sound quality perfectly suited for ensemble recording. Wide Frequency With a frequency response range of 20-20000 Hz you can capture every nuance of your sound with precision. Wide Frequency With a frequency response range of 20-20000 Hz you can capture every nuance of your sound with precision. Switchable Attenuation Pad Perfect for handling higher sound pressure levels, ranging up to 155dB SPL. Switchable Attenuation Pad Perfect for handling higher sound pressure levels, ranging up to 155dB SPL. Switchable Bass Filter The switchable bass-cut filter helps eliminate low frequency rumble. Switchable Bass Filter The switchable bass-cut filter helps eliminate low frequency rumble. record out of the box The P420 is ready to use out of the box and includes a metal carry case and a spider-type shock mount. record out of the box The P420 is ready to use out of the box and includes a metal carry case and a spider-type shock mount. Large Diaphragm Condenser Mic Focus on the Midrange Keep your signal clear Tough and Rugged You'll love this if you're a musician looking to step up from entry level mics to a decent large condenser microphone, the most popular product in the Project studio Range. The P420 has a warm and clear sound that is perfect for lead vocals, acoustic guitar and brass instruments; capture a midrange focus with some higher range frequencies without sounding harsh. A switchable bass-cut filter and attenuation pad make it perfectly suited for use on loud sound sources with sound pressure levels up to 155dB SPL. The included shock mount suspends your microphone so that rumbling and slight knocks will not impact the sound. The metal case makes taking this microphone from session to session is easier than ever. Comparison P420 Frequency Bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz Sensitivity 28 mV/Pa Noise Level — Signal to Noise 79 dB-A Bass Cut Filter 300 Hz - 12dB/octave Polar Pattern Multiple Learn More P420 Frequency Bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz Sensitivity 28 mV/Pa Noise Level Signal to Noise 79 dB-A Bass Cut Filter 300 Hz - 12dB/octave Polar Pattern Multiple P120 Frequency Bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz Sensitivity 24 mV/Pa Noise Level — Signal to Noise 75 dB-A Bass Cut Filter 300 Hz - 6dB/octave Polar Pattern Cardioid Learn More P120 24 mV/Pa 75 dB-A 300 Hz - 6dB/octave Cardioid P220 Frequency Bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz Sensitivity 20 mV/Pa Noise Level — Signal to Noise 78 dB-A Bass Cut Filter 300 Hz - 12dB/octave Polar Pattern Cardioid Learn More P220 20 mV/Pa 78 dB-A P820 Tube Frequency Bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz Sensitivity 20 mV/Pa Noise Level — Signal to Noise 78 dB-A Bass Cut Filter 80 - 12dB/octave Polar Pattern Multiple P820 Tube 80 - 12dB/octave P170 Frequency Bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz Sensitivity 15 mV/Pa Noise Level — Signal to Noise 75 dB-A Bass Cut Filter — Polar Pattern Cardioid Learn More P170 15 mV/Pa Inspiring Greatness for Decades For more than 65 years, AKG has helped create the iconic sounds of some of the world’s most well known recording artists, engineers and producers. Our designers and engineers have made it their life’s passion to find new ways to deliver breakthrough experiences for artists of all levels.

Review: Brilliant all round mic - To compete with mics made in China, you must make your mics in China. That seems to be the thought that AKG brought forth when they entered the home recording market. Rather than slapping their name on anonymous designs, the Vienna-based company instead designed their own circuits while subcontracting the manufacture. Such is the case with the dual diaphragm AKG P420 (desertcart), one of the Perception series mic lineup. With a street price of $200, the AKG P420 is the higher end of the affordable mic range, but as an AKG, it’s towards the low end of their product line. It has the features and the performance to justify choosing it over a less expensive competitor. The AKG logo never fails to add an “I’m serious” note to your home studio. Switch It Up If you’re not familiar with the term “dual diaphragm” condenser, you might be new to the concept of multiple polar patterns in one microphone. The AKG P420 has a pair of one-inch diaphragms, the textbook definition of a large diaphragm microphone. The pair of diaphragms, along with some nifty electronics, offer you a switchable choice of cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 polar patterns. Most mics have a cardioid pattern, which means they have an area of sensitivity that looks sort of like the simple drawn heart shape, where the bottom of the heart is the area of greatest sensitivity. This is usually where you point toward your sound source. Omnidirectional means equal sensitivity in the shape of a circle surrounding the mic. If you need a room mic to pick up everything, or if you have several singers recording to a single track, you can use an omnidirectional mic to capture sounds all around. Figure-8 offers two areas of sensitivity in front and behind the mic, while rejecting sounds to the side. You could capture the sound directly from a guitar amp, for example, while simultaneously grabbing room sound from the back of the mic. Two singers can face each other while in close harmony also. Multiple polar patterns add to a microphone’s versatility, and the best “Swiss Army” microphones feature this capability. As well as a switch to select polar patterns, the AKG P420 also features a -20 dB pad switch and high pass filter switch, used for high sound pressure levels and rumble reduction respectively. Perceptions of the AKG P420 This is an affordable microphone that proudly honors its manufacturer’s reputation. AKG’s product page recommends the P420 for use on pianos, strings, horns, woodwinds, drums, and percussion instruments. Oddly missing from the list is vocals, yet there’s nothing that keeps this from being a very good vocal mic. Typically, large diaphragm condensers used for vocals feature a pronounced presence peak around the 5,000 to 10,000 Hertz range. The AKG P420 comes closest to this ideal when in figure-8 mode, but there and with the other patterns, this boost is modest compared to other mics. However, the typical inexpensive Chinese large diaphragm mic is often strident and harsh, overproducing sibilance for some voices because of that presence peak. Putting a mic like that on a solo violin may be an invitation to a screech fest. The AKG P420 is, by design, going to avoid those issues, regardless of which polar pattern you choose. Its frequency response curve for the cardioid pattern looks silky, and this plays out in practice. Voices are clear and articulated without hype. It’s the large diaphragm sound that still sounds natural. Other Specs Published numbers are sometimes of little value, originating in lab conditions that your home studio will never see. Usually. These favor the mic over the user, but with the AKG P420, we see a specification that works the other way. Signal to noise shows as a modest 79 dB, which isn’t a stunning figure. Yet, pumping preamp gain for miking an acoustic guitar at about 18 inches displayed no self-noise. Noise was never an issue, despite AKG’s rather average assessment of the mic. With a maximum sound pressure handling of 135 dB straight and 155 dB with the pad switched on, there’s little short of a rocket launch that the AKG P420 won’t handle in terms of volume, so don’t worry about placing this mic in front of a screaming guitar amp. In fact, its frequency response will likely keep the scream to a minimum. Conclusion The AKG P420 (desertcart) is most at home with acoustic instruments, though, producing very balanced and flattering results, without brittleness in the upper frequencies. You’ll be hard pressed to find a use for this mic where it completely fails, the hallmark of a great all-purpose mic. For a couple hundred bucks, you can buy a lot of value with the AKG P420.
Review: Gid - God

## Features

- Dual 1-inch diaphragm capsule with 3 pickup patterns (cardioid, figure of 8 and omnidirectional)
- Rugged aluminium carry case
- 20db attentuation switch for high spl applications
- Bass cut filter switch (12db/octave @ 300hz)
- Low noise electronics, giving a very high dynamic range

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00167UQMI |
| Antenna Location | Singing, Streaming |
| Audible Noise | 15 Decibels |
| Audio Sensitivity | 79 Decibels |
| Best Sellers Rank | 14,347 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 223 in Condenser Microphones |
| Box Contents | P420 microphone, spider shock mount, metal carrying case |
| Brand | AKG |
| Brand Name | AKG |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Audio Interface |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Connector Type | XLR |
| Connector type | XLR |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,106 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Metal |
| Frequency Range | 48 KHz |
| Frequency Response | 20000 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00885038021063, 00885038037064, 09002761021066 |
| Item Dimensions | 22.9 x 14 x 24.9 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Condenser Microphone |
| Item Weight | 1.16 Pounds |
| Item height | 9.8 inches |
| Manufacturer | AKG |
| Microphone Form Factor | Large-diaphragm Studio |
| Model Name | 3101H00430 |
| Model Number | 3101H00430 |
| Model name | 3101H00430 |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Polar Pattern | Multipattern |
| Power Source | Ghost Feeding |
| Recommended uses for product | Singing, Streaming |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 79 dB |
| Special Feature | Corded |
| Special feature | Corded |
| UPC | 885038021063 700315946559 885038037064 410200151318 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Recommended uses for product:** Singing, Streaming
- **Brand:** AKG
- **Model name:** 3101H00430
- **Connectivity technology:** Wired
- **Connector type:** XLR
- **Special feature:** Corded
- **Compatible devices:** Audio Interface
- **Colour:** Black
- **Included components:** P420 microphone, spider shock mount, metal carrying case
- **Polar pattern:** Multipattern

## Images

![AKG P420 High-performance dual-capsule true condenser microphone - Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71uzL6zhNzL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What mic arm can i use to attach the akh p120 microphone to my desk? i've been searching fort ages and idk which one to buy :)**
A: Acelectronic Desktop Mic Studio... https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00VURD8JW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

**Q: Can you use with Xbox**
A: Not out of the box. You would need an audio interface with xlr inputs. I think they do a USB version but I would check if it works with xbox

**Q: Is this good for home use , no studio just to record audio for voice over at home.**
A: Yes it would work at home it's not just a studio device, I use it for Zoom and recording to Reason. There are a couple to things you need to know, first it's a XLR connector so wouldn't be able to connect directly to a computer; second it requires 48V phantom power so you'll need a mixing desk or interface to connect it to that can provide this. It you're doing voice overs at home I'd go for a mic that has a direct USB connection to you computer. This works pretty well one of my friends has one https://www.amazon.co.uk/Marantz-Professional-MPM-1000U-Microphone-Podcasting/dp/B01GHOM67W/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=marantz+mic&qid=1603630050&sr=8-3

**Q: Does this microphone come with a stand and xlr's etc. I'm not seeing this information anywhere. I see a clip of some sort in photo 3 but no info on it**
A: Comes with the mic holder (clip ) but not cable or stand

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant all round mic
*by S***E on 9 July 2021*

To compete with mics made in China, you must make your mics in China. That seems to be the thought that AKG brought forth when they entered the home recording market. Rather than slapping their name on anonymous designs, the Vienna-based company instead designed their own circuits while subcontracting the manufacture. Such is the case with the dual diaphragm AKG P420 (Amazon), one of the Perception series mic lineup. With a street price of $200, the AKG P420 is the higher end of the affordable mic range, but as an AKG, it’s towards the low end of their product line. It has the features and the performance to justify choosing it over a less expensive competitor. The AKG logo never fails to add an “I’m serious” note to your home studio. Switch It Up If you’re not familiar with the term “dual diaphragm” condenser, you might be new to the concept of multiple polar patterns in one microphone. The AKG P420 has a pair of one-inch diaphragms, the textbook definition of a large diaphragm microphone. The pair of diaphragms, along with some nifty electronics, offer you a switchable choice of cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 polar patterns. Most mics have a cardioid pattern, which means they have an area of sensitivity that looks sort of like the simple drawn heart shape, where the bottom of the heart is the area of greatest sensitivity. This is usually where you point toward your sound source. Omnidirectional means equal sensitivity in the shape of a circle surrounding the mic. If you need a room mic to pick up everything, or if you have several singers recording to a single track, you can use an omnidirectional mic to capture sounds all around. Figure-8 offers two areas of sensitivity in front and behind the mic, while rejecting sounds to the side. You could capture the sound directly from a guitar amp, for example, while simultaneously grabbing room sound from the back of the mic. Two singers can face each other while in close harmony also. Multiple polar patterns add to a microphone’s versatility, and the best “Swiss Army” microphones feature this capability. As well as a switch to select polar patterns, the AKG P420 also features a -20 dB pad switch and high pass filter switch, used for high sound pressure levels and rumble reduction respectively. Perceptions of the AKG P420 This is an affordable microphone that proudly honors its manufacturer’s reputation. AKG’s product page recommends the P420 for use on pianos, strings, horns, woodwinds, drums, and percussion instruments. Oddly missing from the list is vocals, yet there’s nothing that keeps this from being a very good vocal mic. Typically, large diaphragm condensers used for vocals feature a pronounced presence peak around the 5,000 to 10,000 Hertz range. The AKG P420 comes closest to this ideal when in figure-8 mode, but there and with the other patterns, this boost is modest compared to other mics. However, the typical inexpensive Chinese large diaphragm mic is often strident and harsh, overproducing sibilance for some voices because of that presence peak. Putting a mic like that on a solo violin may be an invitation to a screech fest. The AKG P420 is, by design, going to avoid those issues, regardless of which polar pattern you choose. Its frequency response curve for the cardioid pattern looks silky, and this plays out in practice. Voices are clear and articulated without hype. It’s the large diaphragm sound that still sounds natural. Other Specs Published numbers are sometimes of little value, originating in lab conditions that your home studio will never see. Usually. These favor the mic over the user, but with the AKG P420, we see a specification that works the other way. Signal to noise shows as a modest 79 dB, which isn’t a stunning figure. Yet, pumping preamp gain for miking an acoustic guitar at about 18 inches displayed no self-noise. Noise was never an issue, despite AKG’s rather average assessment of the mic. With a maximum sound pressure handling of 135 dB straight and 155 dB with the pad switched on, there’s little short of a rocket launch that the AKG P420 won’t handle in terms of volume, so don’t worry about placing this mic in front of a screaming guitar amp. In fact, its frequency response will likely keep the scream to a minimum. Conclusion The AKG P420 (Amazon) is most at home with acoustic instruments, though, producing very balanced and flattering results, without brittleness in the upper frequencies. You’ll be hard pressed to find a use for this mic where it completely fails, the hallmark of a great all-purpose mic. For a couple hundred bucks, you can buy a lot of value with the AKG P420.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gid
*by H***Y on 26 May 2025*

God

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent
*by M***N on 13 September 2022*

Like many things, when it comes to microphones, I find that often price to performance is a bell curve. Low price equals poor quality; (very) high price, quality gains are a bit dubious. I have used microphones on both sides of the spectrum. That's not to say I am an audiophile; I'm just a bedroom producer with a background in audio post-production, and a passing interest in recording esoteric instruments with minimal fuss. This is not a microphone you would want to use for pro VOs or ADR work - on the bell curve, it's very much on the left side. However, that's not a bad thing. What this mic has is solid construction, and for its price, a very good sound. I can knock it about, put it to use in less than favourable environments, and it works, and works well.

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