AKG PCC160 PCC-160

An industry standard with high SPL handling and tone-shaping features.

The PCC160 is a professional boundary layer microphone and an industry-standard stage floor microphone that’s capable of withstanding up to 120dB SPL without distortion. A bass-tilt switch allows the user to tailor the low-end response for particular applications. PCC® (Phase Coherent Cardioid®) technology uses diaphragms so small that any phase cancellations are above the audible range. This results in a wide, smooth frequency response free of phase interference. The PCC160 uses a supercardioid polar pattern that improves gain before feedback and reduces unwanted room noise from the rear.

Features

• Supercardioid polar pattern
• Phase Coherent Cardioid tech for wide, smooth frequency response
• Three-position bass-tilt switch for optimized body noise suppression
• Extremely low profile for inconspicuous placement on stage floor
• Finely crafted, rugged housing

Specifications

• Type: Phase Coherent Cardioid
• Element: Electret condenser
• Polar pattern: Half-supercardioid (supercardioid in the hemisphere above the primary boundary)
• Impedance: 150 ohms nominal (85 ohms actual), balanced. (Recommended load impedance 1000 ohms or greater.)
• Open-circuit sensitivity: 22mV/Pa (–33 dB re 1 V/Pa)
• Power sensitivity: –31 dB re 1 milliwatt/Pa/–123 dB mEIA
• Equivalent noise level (self noise): 22 dB typical (0dB = .0002 dyne/cm2), A-weighted
• S/N ratio: 72 dB at 94 dB SPL
• Maximum SPL for 3% THD: 120 dB SPL
• Polarity: Positive pressure on the diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3 of output connector
• Cable: 15-foot, black, two-conductor shielded cable with Switchcraft TA3F connector and A3M connector
• Operating voltage: Standard phantom power: 12 to 48 volts DC positive on pins 2 and 3 with respect to pin 1
• Current drain: 4 mA nominal
• Materials: All steel body construction
• Finish: Black
• Net weight: 11.5 oz. (326 g)
• Dimensions (LxWxH): 6.7" x 3.2" x 0.84" (17.018 x 8.128 x 2.13 cm)