AKG P170 – Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

AKG P170 Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

The AKG P170 is a professional small-diaphragm condenser microphone designed for precision, clarity, and accuracy. Built by AKG, this microphone is a go-to choice for recording acoustic guitars, percussion, overhead drums, strings, and other detailed sound sources where every nuance matters.

With its fast transient response and focused cardioid pickup pattern, the P170 delivers clean, articulate recordings while rejecting unwanted room noise—making it ideal for both studio recording and live sound applications.

Why Choose the AKG P170?

The AKG P170 excels where detail is critical. Its small diaphragm captures fast attacks and subtle dynamics with ease, making it especially popular for acoustic instruments and stereo recording techniques such as X/Y or spaced pairs.

The built-in switchable -20 dB pad allows the microphone to handle high sound pressure levels (up to 155 dB SPL), making it equally at home on loud sources like snare drums and amplified instruments without distortion.

Key Features

• Small-diaphragm condenser microphone for high-detail capture

• Cardioid polar pattern for focused sound and reduced bleed

• Ideal for acoustic guitar, strings, percussion & drum overheads

• Switchable -20 dB pad for high-volume sound sources

• Fast transient response for natural, accurate recordings

• Handles up to 155 dB SPL with pad engaged

• Rugged all-metal construction for stage and studio reliability

• 48V phantom power required

Perfect For

• Home and professional studios

• Acoustic guitar and stringed instruments

• Drum overheads and percussion

• Live performance and broadcast use

• Stereo mic setups and detailed instrument recording

Technical Highlights

• Microphone Type: Condenser

• Diaphragm: Small diaphragm

• Polar Pattern: Cardioid

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz

• Max SPL: 155 dB (with pad)

• Pad: -20 dB switchable

• Power Requirement: 48V Phantom Power