AKG : C451 B AKG

Small-diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone with Selectable Pad and High-pass Filter

ONE FOR THE ROAD
for drums, percussion, acoustic guitar and strings

The C451 B is a small-diaphragm condenser microphone with the identical acoustical behavior of its predecessor, the legendary C451 EB + CK1 capsule, which was a bestseller right from the start in 1969.

With its airy sound, high overload limit and improved engineering details, the C451 B continues the success story of this legend. The roadworthy design around the handcrafted capsule and the low-noise preamp electronics ensure impressive results even under very harsh conditions.

Sound of the legendary C451 EB + CK1 capsule from 1969
delivers stunning sound quality with maximum accuracy

Established tour sound standard since the 1980s
for excellent sound quality even under harsh on-stage conditions

Impressive sound pressure level capability of 155dB SPL
allows close-miking of high-energy sound sources without distortion

Highly effective high-pass filter with 12dB/octave
prevents low-end distortion caused by rumble or wind noise

Transformerless preamp and surface mount technology
provides extremely low distortion, highest reliability and less weight