A modern small-diaphragm condenser microphone optimized for detailed, fast transient capture in studio and live applications.
Type
Small-diaphragm condenser microphone
Model
C451 B
Manufacturer
AKG
Country of Manufacture
Austria
Year of Introduction
2001
Era
Modern production (descended from the original 1969 C451 system)
Output
Balanced XLR
Notable Features
Cardioid condenser capsule based on the classic CK1 voicing; very fast transient response suited for acoustic guitar, drum overheads, hi-hat, and percussion; switchable -10 dB / -20 dB pad for high-SPL sources; selectable high-pass filter at 75 Hz and 150 Hz; bright, precise top end without the harshness of many modern pencil condensers; widely regarded as a contemporary studio standard for detailed instrument recording.