Description The AKG C451 B is a premium small-diaphragm condenser microphone engineered for capturing instruments with exceptional clarity and precision. Ideal for overheads, hi-hats, percussion, and acoustic guitars, it delivers a crisp, transparent sound that professionals trust in both studio and live environments. Featuring a cardioid polar pattern and a fixed CK1 capsule, the C451 B offers consistent directionality and a balanced frequency response. Its durable nickel-plated body houses modern transformerless electronics for low distortion and detailed transient response. The microphone includes switchable high-pass filters (75 Hz / 150 Hz) to control low-end rumble and pad options (–10 dB / –20 dB) to handle high SPL sources with ease.
