The AKG P170 condenser microphone is the ideal small-diaphragm model for miking drums and acoustic instruments. It delivers a clean undistorted sound. By slightly boosting high frequencies, instruments sound more brilliant. Their sound becomes more detailed and asserts itself better in the mix.
Normally, condenser microphones have difficulty transmitting loud instruments without distortion. The AKG P170, on the other hand, can handle sound pressure levels up to 155 dB. This makes it ideally suited as an overhead microphone for drums and percussion.
The cardioid characteristic makes it insensitive to sound from the side or rear. This gives you good results without crosstalk and feedback even under acoustically less than optimal conditions.
Due to its robust metal housing, the AKG P170 is ideally suited for live use.
