Description
The AKG Perception P3S is a highly versatile, high-performance dynamic microphone built for live sound reinforcement. Whether you are miking up backing vocals, capturing a guitar amplifier, or tracking wind instruments, the P3S delivers reliable, feedback-free audio. Complete with a noiseless on/off switch, this mic gives performers total control on stage.
Key Features:
- Cardioid Polar Pattern: Optimally picks up sound directly from the front while reducing unwanted background noise and feedback from the rear.
- Integrated Windscreen: Reduces popping, wind, and breath noise for cleaner vocal and instrument capture.
- Noiseless On/Off Switch: Provides easy, silent muting right at the performer’s fingertips.
- Rugged Durability: Features a die-cast metal body and heavy-duty wire-mesh cap designed to take a beating on the road.
Technical Specifications:
- Bandwidth: 40 – 20,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 2.5 mV/Pa
- Electrical Impedance: 600 Ohms
- Audio Output: Balanced 3-pin XLR (Male)
Product Comparison: AKG Dynamic Microphones
| Feature | AKG D5 | AKG P3S | AKG P5S |
| Best For | Professional Lead & Backing Vocals | Backing Vocals, Guitars, Wind Instruments | Powerful Lead Vocals |
| Polar Pattern | Supercardioid | Cardioid | Supercardioid |
| On/Off Switch | No | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency Bandwidth | 70 – 20,000 Hz | 40 – 20,000 Hz | 40 – 20,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 2.6 mV/Pa | 2.5 mV/Pa | 2.5 mV/Pa |
| Impedance | <= 600 Ohms | 600 Ohms | 580 Ohms |