Description
Professional projects
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, grand piano, woodwind and brass instruments, as well as drums and percussion. With three selectable polar patterns – cardioid, omnidirectional or figure 8 – it is an ideal tool for stereo miking techniques and ambient recording.
General Specifications
Audio frequency bandwidth20 – 20000 Hz
Equivalent noise level15 dB-A
Sensitivity28 mV/Pa
Signal to Noise79 dB-A
Preattenuation Pad-20 dB
Bass cut filter300 Hz – 12 dB/octave
Electrical impedance<= 200 Ohms
Recommended load impedance>= 1000 Ohms
Polar PatternsCardioid, Omnidirectional, and Figure of eight
Dimensions
Length165 mm
Diameter54 mm
Net Weight530 g
Audio Output
TypeBalanced XLR
GenderMale
Contacts3-pin
Powering Interface
Voltage44 to 52 V
Current<= 3 mA
Application
Project StudioYes
Instrument
Piano / StringsYes
Horns / WoodwindsYes
Drums / PercussionYes
