AKG ACOUSTICS C151 | Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

C151

Small-Diaphragm Cardioid Electret Condenser Microphone

C151 is a small-diaphragm electret condenser mic with a cardioid pickup pattern and a custom-engineered 16mm capsule. Equipped with transformerless FET circuitry, this compact condenser mic offers extremely low noise and a high max SPL of 147 dB, making it ideal on a wide range of sources.

Drums, cymbals, acoustic guitar, piano, and much more benefit from the smooth high-frequency response of this small-diaphragm condenser mic. The C151 provides a wide dynamic range for equally clean capture of subtle strings and loud electric guitars. Built for today's dynamic creators, this mic can be ideal choice for streaming and podcasting, especially when capturing live instrumentation. With sustainable packaging and a body crafted from 100% recycled metals and alloys, this mic is eco friendly and designed for minimal environmental impact. The C151 includes a microphone clip.

Custom-Engineered Small-Diaphragm Capsule

The 16mm small-diaphragm capsule has been specially designed to deliver a natural, clean sound for your most transient sources.

High Headroom, Minimal Distortion

Capable of handling sound pressure levels up to 147 dB without introducing perceptible distortion, the microphone will give excellent results in a wide range of applications.

Ultrawide Dynamic Range

With an extremely low noise floor and high max SPL, the C151 can clearly capture nearly any instrument. From loud electric guitars to subtle strings, you’ll get a clean, detailed recording every time.

Environmentally Friendly Design

The C151 microphone is thoughtfully designed and engineered to enhance sustainability. The microphone bodies are made from 100% recycled PIR metal, and the accessories are designed with sustainability as a key priority. Packaging is engineered for minimal environmental impact and is fully recyclable.

Specifications

• Microphone Type
  • Small Diaphragm
• Polar Pattern
  • Cardioid
• Element Type
  • Electret Condenser
• Sound Field
  • Mono
• Diaphragm
  • 0.6" / 16 mm
• Orientation
  • End Address
• Circuitry
  • Solid-State (FET) 
• Frequency Response
  • 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Maximum SPL
  • 147 dB (0.5% THD) 
• Sensitivity
  • 11 mV/Pa / -39 dBV
• Equivalent Noise Level
  • 21 dB (A-Weighted)
• Analog Output Connector
  • 1x XLR 3-Pin Male (Locking)
• Power Sources
  • Phantom Power
• Operating Voltage
  • 48 V
• Color
  • Black
• Mounting Thread Size
  • 5/8"-27 Female
• Dimensions
  • ø: 0.9 x L: 5.5" / 2.2 x L: 14 cm
• Weight
  • 5.2 oz / 147 g

In The Box

• AKG C151 Small-Diaphragm Cardioid Electret Condenser Microphone
• H82 Microphone Clip
• Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty