A must-have for any engineer. The AKG P170 Project Studio Line Instrument Condenser Microphone excels on any any source that comes its way. Drums? Check. Guitars and pianos? Check. Orchestras and choirs? Check. Achieving great sounds is as easy as positioning the P170 and pressing record. If you want the legendary AKG sound at a cost-effective price then youre in the right place! The P170s cardioid polar pattern provides an incredibly focused sound with fantastic off-axis rejection of undesirable noise and ambience. Its rugged all-metal design ensures its just as comfortable on-stage as it is in the studio it will be able to withstand the vigors of extended use whilst providing a solid consistent performance. This as just as well as after one session itll never be in the microphone locker! This bundle comes with a stereo pair stand and cables. AKG P170 Instrument Condenser Microphone Success every single time Make the most of the P170s ultra-compact design. This empowers you to position the microphone up close on any musician without being obtrusive and triggering “red-light-fever”. Youll find that this will bring out the best in any performer ultimately making your job and the recording process so much easier. Working with loud sources? No problem. Take advantage of the on-board pad switch. When engaged this reduces the sensitivity of your microphone by up to 20dB. If youre recording sources with high SPLs such as drums large choirs and amplifiers then this is excellent for minimising the risk of clipping and capsule damage. Features AKG P170 Instrument Condenser Microphone Professional small-diaphragm true condenser cardioid microphone Versatile mic ideal for drum overheads acoustic guitar ensembles string instruments and more Heavy-duty roadworthy all-metal construction Switchable 20dB preattenuation pad AKG sound quality Cardioid polar pattern Requires +48V phantom power High headroom minimum distortion Includes stand adapter Boom Mic Stand by Gear4music Easily position your microphone thanks to fully adjustable height tilt and swivel Perfect for stage and studio use Easily capture sound from vocals and instruments Easy to transport with fully collapsible design Sturdy tripod base ensure that your stand won’t fall over Durable high performance design for ultimate longevity Specifications AKG P170 Instrument Condenser Microphone Audio Frequency Bandwidth: 20 to 20000 Hz Sensitivity: 15 mV/Pa Equivalent Noise Level: 19 dB-A Singal To Noise: 75 dB-A Preattenuation Pad: -20dB Electrical Impedance: Recommended Load Impedance: >=1000 Ohms Voltage: 44 to 52 V Current: Output Type: Balanced XLR Gender: Male Contacts: 3-pin Boom Mic Stand by Gear4music Mic Thread: 5/8″ (15.875mm) Min Stand Height: 890mm (floor to boom swivel) Max Stand Height: 1500mm (floor to boom swivel) Stand with Full Extended Boom Height: 970mm – 1515mm Boom Arm Length: 800mm XLR (F) – XLR (M) Microphone Cable 9m Colour: Black Length: 9m Product Code: 3101H00410-2PACK