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AKG P820

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User ratings:
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3.8 out of 5
41 user ratings
5 stars
26 %
4 stars
41 %
3 stars
24 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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2 editorial reviews
Does AKGs Chinese-made Perception 820 maintain the Austrian companys impressive reputation?Read more
AKG's Perception range, which was launched in 2005 and includes the sub-£100 Perception 120, has just gained a new flagship model in the form of the 820. The two standout features are that the mRead more
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Cons

  • the mic is quite insensitive at the rear
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  • twice as expensive as the previous top-end model

Key specs

  • Studio microphone
  • 125 mA
  • Wired
  • 1000 Ω
  • -34 dB
  • 20, 20000 Hz
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AKG P820 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Microphone typeStudio microphone
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Design
Colour of productBlack,Stainless steel
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Connectivity
Device interfaceXLR-3
Connectivity technologyWired
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Recording quality
Input impedance1000.0 Ω
Signal-to-Noise ratio (SNR)78.0 dB
Sensitivity-34.0 dB
Frequency range20 - 20000
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Dimensions
Height2.13 in
Depth8.35 in
Weight26.98 oz
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Power
Power consumption125.0 mA
Operating voltage250.0 V

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AKG P820 AKG - Editorial Reviews (2)

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Published: 02.07.2014
AKG Perception 820

Does AKGs Chinese-made Perception 820 maintain the Austrian companys impressive reputation?

By Paul White
9 minute read
AKG P820 AKG Perception 820 review
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Published: 23.10.2009
AKG Perception 820 review

AKG's Perception range, which was launched in 2005 and includes the sub-£100 Perception 120, has just gained a new flagship model in the form of the 820. The two standout features are that the m

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