AKG Perception 400 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Genuine AKG design pedigree 2 large-diaphragm condenser capsules Selectable pickup pattern: omni, cardioid and figure-8 Switchable -10dB pad for use on high-SPL sources Switchable 300Hz, 12dB-per-octave bass roll-off filter Reproduces entire audio band Broad 20Hz"20kHz frequency response Presence-embellishing 4dB bump from 5kHz-10kHz Die-cast brass housing Dent-resistant stainless steel grille Gold-plated 3-pin XLR connector Includes spider- The Perception 400 has all the features you need for great studio sound: two large-diaphragm condenser capsules; omni, cardioid, and figure-8 selectable pickup patterns; a switchable -10dB pad; and a switchable 300Hz, 12dB-per-octave bass roll-off filter to minimize proximity effect and overwhelming low end The broad 20Hz20kHz frequency response has a carefully-crafted, gentle rise starting at 5kHz peaking at +4 dB at 10kHz to bring the sound forward in the mix and give vocals and acoustic instruments presence The Perception 400 has a die-cast brass housing; dent-resistant, stainless-steel grille; a gold-plated 3-pin XLR connector; and comes with a shockmount and locking metal road case Backed by a two-year parts and labor warranty from AKG