AKG Acoustics GmbH

Perception 400




  • Professional condenser microphone for general purpose applications
  • Dual diaphragm one-inch, large-diaphragm, true condenser capsule
  • Switch-selectable cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-eight pickup patterns
  • Switchable bass roll-off switch
  • Switchable –10 dB pre-attenuation pad
  • High 28mV sensitivity and 145 dB max SPL capability at less than 0.5% THD
  • Rugged metal housing with stainless steel grille
  • Spider-type shock mount included
  • Metal carrying case included

The Perception 400 is a multi-pattern large-diaphragm, true condenser microphone with outstanding build quality and a unique combination of excellent performance, deluxe features and high value. The Perception 400 delivers a classic warm, transparent, yet detailed sound and it conforms to the stringent standards defined for AKG recording products, based on the company’s 60-year heritage of know-how.

The Perception 400’s dual diaphragm 1-inch large-diaphragm capsule allows a selection of cardioid, omnidirectional or figure-eight pickup patterns for flexibility in use. The switchable bass roll-off and pre-attenuation pads enable its use close to sound sources and in high SPL environments up to 145 dB.

Perception 400’s chassis is made of precision-tooled zinc/aluminum alloy and has a stainless steel grille screen that is dent-resistant. It comes complete with a spider-type shock mount in a metal carrying case.

In the US available at selected dealers.

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Polar patternCardioid, omnidirectional, figure-eight
Frequency range20 to 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity28 mV/Pa (-31 dBV)
Max. SPL135 / 145 dB SPL (0 / -10 dB) for 0.5% THD
Equivalent noise level (CCIR 468-2)< 26 dB
Equivalent noise level16 dB-A (to IEC 60268-4)
Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted)78 dB (re 1 Pa)
Preattenuation pad-10 dB (switchable)
Bass cut filter slope12 dB/octave, 300 Hz (switchable)
Impedance< = 200 ohms
Recommended load impedance> = 1000 ohms
Supply voltage48 V phantom power to DIN 45596/IEC 268-15
Current consumption<=2 mA
Connector3-pin XLR-type (pin #2 hot)
Net weight525 grams / 1.2 lb


Perception 400 Cardioid
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Perception 400 Figure-eight
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Perception 400 Omnidirectional
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