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Perception Studio
It comes complete with a spider-type shock mount and a metal carrying case.
AKG’s industry–leading Perception Series of condenser microphones are recognized for their
outstanding quality and versatile capabilities at an affordable price.
The P 820 Tube raises the bar in its class – It shows real tube sound, the highest dynamic range,
the most comprehensive features and comes complete with useful accessories at an unbeatable
price.
•Two back-to-back one-inch large diaphragms featuring True Condenser Technology
•An ECC 83 dual-triode tube circuitry emphasizes even-order harmonics for rich, smooth
and three-dimensional sound
• The elegant remote control unit allows selection of 9 different pickup patterns from
omnidirectional to cardioid to figure-eight
•The switchable bass cut filter (80 Hz, 12 dB/oct) reduces unwanted rumble or footfall noise
•A 20 dB attenuation pad enables for high SPL applications up to 155 dB
• Brush-finished, anodized Aluminium front plate and all-metal housing for maximum shielding
•A ground lift switch prevents unwanted hum if necessary
•Designed and engineered in Vienna, Austria
Application Note:
Miking a grand piano /
cottage piano
Miking a grand piano depends to a large
extent on the style (classic, rock, pop) of
the recording. Rule of thumb: point one
(or preferably two) AKG cardioid-type
microphone(s) at the middle strings at a
height of 5 - 6.5 feet (for rock/pop - approx.
8-16 inches). Now vary the positioning of
the microphones and experiment with the
sound pattern. Grand pianos are charac-
terised by a highly complex sound, so that
the tiniest modifications of mic positioning
are apt to effect distinct sound changes.
To mike a cottage piano, open the lid and
point the microphones into the instrument.
Application Note:
Video “I can fly”
The AKG YouTube Channel shows the
Perception Microphones in action.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lz-y53P_fOs
Vocal / Speech
Wind Instruments
String Instruments
Grand Piano
Snare / Toms
Overhead
HiHat
Amp Miking
MS Stereo Miking