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AKG Perception 820 Tube

Item ID: Percep820T

Multi-pattern Tube Condenser Microphone with Remote Power Supply, Low-cut and Attenuation Switches, and Dual-capsule Design

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This Affordable Tube Mic Makes a Great Tool for Any Studio!

The AKG Perception 820 Tube condenser microphone makes quality tube mic performance affordable! This addition tothe popular Perception line gives you the rich sound only a real tube condenser can offer, while you control its stunning array of nine different pickup patterns (plus its low-cut filter and 20dB attenuation pad) from a very easy-to-use remote. The Perception 820 Tube uses a 1" dual capsule design to give you a very dimensional and smooth sound. Though this Perception flagship model excels on vocals, it's built to take the high SPLs you need to make the Perception 820 Tube a real studio workhorse.

AKG Perception 820 Tube Multi-pattern Condenser Microphone at a Glance:
  • The Perception flagship mic
  • Take control of your mic — remotely

The Perception flagship mic
In 2005 AKG has launched the very first Perception models — a completely new series of microphones showing legendary AKG Sound & Quality at an outstanding price level. The Perception 820 Tube delivers real tube sound quality, raising the bar in its class of affordable tube microphones. This mic delivers real tube sound quality thanks to the dual one-inch large diaphragm capsule and the sophisticated ECC 83 dual-triode circuitry. You can't beat a real-tube design for classic sound and smoothness. Put the Perception 820 Tube on a vocalist and you'll know what you've been missing; put it on an instrument and you'll love the natural sound you get.

Take control of your mic — remotely
The Perception 820 Tube includes an elegant remote control unit that allows you to select from nine different pickup patterns; it also controls the switchable bass-cut filter and the attenuation pad. Moreover, a ground lift switch prevents unwanted hum if necessary. This kind of versatility makes the Perception 820 Tube an ideal addition to your mic locker.

AKG Perception 820 Tube Multi-pattern Condenser Microphone Features:
  • Two back-to-back one-inch large diaphragms
  • An ECC 83 dual-triode tube circuitry emphasizes even-order harmonics for rich, smooth and three-dimensional sound
  • Remote control unit allows selection of nine different pickup patterns from omnidirectional to cardioid to figure-8
  • Switchable bass cut filter (80Hz, 12 dB/oct) reduces unwanted rumble or footfall noise
  • A 20dB allenuation pad works well for high SPL applications up to 155dB
  • Brush-finished, anodized aluminum front plate and all-metal housing for maximum shielding
  • Ground lift switch prevents unwanted hum if necessary
  • Designed and engineered in Vienna, Austria


Mic:
  • Type: 1" dual-diaphragm, true condenser pressuregradient
  • Polar patterns: Omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8 plus six intermediate patterns (selectable on remote control unit)
  • Frequency range: 20Hz-20kHz
  • Sensitivity: 20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV ±3 dB)
  • Max. SPL: 135/155dB SPL (0/-20dB) for 0.5% THD
  • Equivalent noise level: 16dB-A (IEC 60268-4)
  • Preattenuation pad: 20dB (switchable on Remote Control Unit)
  • Bass cut filter slope: 12dB/Octave, 80Hz (switchable on Remote Control Unit)
  • Impedance: <=200 ohms
  • Recommended load impedance: >=1000 ohms
  • Power: Via remote control unit
  • Connector: Dedicated 7-pin male XLR


Remote Control Unit:
  • Audio/control input: Dedicated 7-pin female XLR connector
  • Audio output: Standard 3-pin male XLR connector, balanced, pin 2 hot
  • Polar pattern selector: 9-position detented rotary switch
  • Bass cut filter switch: 2-position toggle switch
  • Preattenuation switch: 2-position toggle switch
  • Power voltage: 210-240 VAC or 110-120 VAC, selectable
  • Primary fuse: 125 mA / 250 V slow-blow

The AKG Perception 820 Tube condenser microphone gives you incredible classic tube mic tones at a great value!

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Specification Detail
Microphone Type Tube Condenser
Polar Pattern(s) Eight Patterns Through Cardioid, Omni, and Figure-8
Frequency Response 20Hz-20kHz
Max SPL 135/155 dB SPL (0/-20 dB) for 0.5% THD
Output Impedance 200 ohms
Self Noise 16 dB-A (IEC 60268-4)
Diaphram Size 1"
Low Cut Filter 12 dB/Octave @ 80Hz
Pads 20 dB
Length 8.3"
Width 2"
Depth 2"
Weight 1.9 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number 3101H00100

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based on 1 review

its a transducer

by joerg petersen from hong kong
September 17, 2009
Music Background: recording engineer and studio guitarist
the akg "perception" 820 tube came as announced in all the ad's plus a spare spider strap. you can reread the specs at akg austria pages.

the sound is as you might expect from a large d... read more [+]iaphragm pressure gradient transducer condensor mic:
full warmth with lots of creamy midth and highs.

its concepted in austria and built in china - i assume in a factory close to ningbo or shanghai.

compared it to my other tube mics: sensitivity is OK, frequency response as well. its a 12 AX 7 china tube inside. changed it after one day to electro harmonix type and it improved the sound even more.

I like the sound and will record with it a lot

joerg petersen close [-]

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