AKG C151 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
$179.00
• Small diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone with wide 20Hz–20kHz response
• Ultra-low self-noise of 21dB(A) SPL for clean, detailed recordings
• Handles loud sources up to 143dB SPL without distortion
• Requires 48V phantom power via professional 3-pin XLR output
• Ideal for studio recording, instruments, and broadcast applications
- Description
Description
AKG C151 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
The AKG C151 is a small diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone designed for refined, professional audio capture for modern creators. Built on decades of AKG acoustic engineering, the C151 captures musical instruments and ambient soundscapes with clear detail and natural definition.
With a precision cardioid capsule and an optimized transformerless FET circuit, the C151 delivers a low noise floor and broad dynamic range for clean, consistent recording across different sources. Its user-friendly design keeps setup simple — just plug in and start capturing.
Made for musicians, podcasters, YouTubers, and streamers, the C151 also supports sustainable production with a microphone body crafted from 100% recycled PIR metals and alloys, plus packaging designed to reduce environmental impact.
Key Features
• Professional sound quality with wide dynamic range and ultra-low noise performance
• Precision cardioid capsule for focused capture and reduced unwanted noise
• Transformerless FET circuit for clean, detailed audio with low noise floor
• Simplified operation — plug in and start recording quickly
• Contemporary AKG design that looks great on camera and in studio setups
• Sustainable body build using 100% recycled PIR metals and alloys
Applications
• Project Studio
• Live Instrument
• Broadcasting
• Instrument
• Vocals
• Piano / Strings
• Horns / Woodwinds
• Drums / Percussion
• Guitar Amps / Bass Amps
Specification
| • Item#: AKG-C151-LS |
| • Capsule Type: 16mm Electret Condenser Diaphragm |
| • Polar Pattern: Cardioid |
| • Sensitivity: 11mV/Pa (-39 dBV) |
| • Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz |
| • Electrical Impedance: ≤200 ohms |
| • Recommended Load Impedance: ≥1000 ohms |
| • Self-Noise Level: 21dB(A) SPL |
| • Signal to Noise: 73dB re 1 Pa |
| • Max SPL (0.5% THD): 143dB SPL |
| • Temperature Range: -5 to 50 °C (23 to 122 °F) |
| • Phantom Powering: 48V +/-4V to IEC 61938 |
| • Current Consumption: ≤5 mA |
| • Connector: 3-pin XLR (pin 2 hot) |
| • Diameter: 22mm |
| • Length: 140mm |
| • Net Weight: 147g |
