AKG C 451 B/ST

Discover the professional C451 B condenser microphone in a matched pair, a reliable and versatile microphone with clear, airy sound quality. It is ideal for studio and live use, especially for drums and percussion instruments. With a wide frequency range (20 Hz – 20 kHz), high overload tolerance, and low-noise electronics, it delivers impressive performance even under tough conditions.

Key features:
Cardioid polar pattern for directional sound pickup
Handcrafted capsule with improved details for high precision
Maximum variance of only 1 dB between microphones in the same pair for accurate stereo imaging
Low-noise electronic preamp (18 dB-A)
Adjustable pad (-10 dB and -20 dB) and bass filter (75 Hz and 150 Hz) for customization
Balanced XLR output (3-pin, male) for stable signal transmission
Powered by 9–52 V phantom power, 2 mA

Technical specifications:
Weight: Approx. 140 g
Dimensions: 50 mm diameter, 130 mm length
Impedance: 200 Ohm
Recommended load impedance: 1000 Ohm
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
SNR: 76 dB-A
Sensitivity: 9 mV/Pa

Package includes:
2 x C451 B microphones
2 x SA60 microphone stand adapters
2 x W90 windshields
1 x H50 stereo rig
1 x aluminum transport case
Measurement data and documentation

This microphone is an excellent choice for professional audio recordings where high quality and reliability are essential.