Description

Experience crisp, vibrant audio performance paired with intuitive ease using the AKG C151 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone. Rooted in a rich musical tradition and built for today’s dynamic content creators, it’s an ideal tool for podcasters, streamers, YouTubers and video producers.

Equipped with a precision cardioid capsule and a transformerless FET circuit, it delivers exceptional sound clarity that captures every detail.Eco-conscious design is at its core—its microphone body is crafted from 100% recycled PIR metals and alloys, and every component from packaging to accessories is engineered with minimal environmental impact in mind.

Elevate your creative projects with the AKG C151, where classic inspiration meets modern innovation.


Custom Engineered Small Diaphragm Capsule
The small diaphragm capsule has been specially designed to deliver a natural, clean sound for even your most transient sources.

High Headroom, Minimum Distortion
Capable of handling sound pressure levels up to 147dB without introducing perceptible distortion, the microphone will give excellent results in a wide range of applications.

Ultra-Wide Dynamic Range
With an extremely low noise floor and high Max SPL, the C151 can clearly capture nearly any instrument. From loud electric guitars to subtle strings, you’ll get a clean, detailed recording every time.

Environmentally Friendly Design
The C151 microphone is thoughtfully designed and engineered to enhance sustainability. The microphone bodies are made from 100% recycled PIR metal, and the accessories are designed with sustainability as a key priority. Packaging is engineered for minimal environmental impact and is fully recyclable.

 

Features

What's in The Box?

1 x C151 Condenser Microphone
1 x H82 Microphone Clip

 

Specifications

Capsule Type: 16mm Electret Condenser Diaphragm 
Polar Pattern: Cardioid 
Sensitivity: 11mV/Pa (-39 dBV) 
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz 
Electrical Impedance: ≤200 ohms 
Recommended load impedance: ≥1000 ohms 
Self-Noise Level: 21dB(A) SPL 
Signal to Noise: 73dB re 1 Pa 
Max SPL for 0.5% THD: 143dB SPL 
Temperature Range: -5 to 50 °C (23 to 122 °F) 
Phantom Powering: 48V +/-4V to IEC 61938 
Current Consumption: ≤5 mA 
Connector: 3-pin XLR (pin 2 hot) 

Dimensions

Diameter: 22mm 
Length: 140mm 
Net weight: 147g 

 

Application

- Project Studio
- Live Instrument
- Podcasting and Video Blogging
- Web Streaming, Web Conferencing, and Gaming
- Broadcasting

Instrument

- Vocals
- Piano / Strings
- Horns / Woodwinds
- Drums / Percussion
- Guitar Amps / Bass Amps

 

SKU
AKG-C151
Model #
C151
Barcode
939171000044
Brand
AKG

Warranty

1 Year

Please Note: This item may be on display at the Mooloolaba Music Shop and may have been available for demonstration to in store patrons. We take careful and meticulous care, boxing and cleaning of your product before the shipping or selling of an item. If you do want photos before making a purchase please call our shop where one of our staff can assist in sending more detailed images.

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a) Mooloolaba Music's suppliers are unable to supply Goods that they have previously promised to supply
(b) an event beyond Mooloolaba Music's control, such as storm, fire, flood, earthquake, terrorism, power failure, war, strike or failure of computer systems, means that Mooloolaba Music is unable to supply the Goods within a reasonable time
(c) Goods ordered were subject to an error on the Website, for example, in relation to a description, price or image, which was not discovered prior to the Order being accepted;
(d) The products shown in the images above product may differ to the purchased product. Changes could include, different stands, treatments, slight variations in colour, In-built batteries and charging ports. Please contact our team for further clarification.

We ask that you research parts carefully before buying.
Purchase of any non-licenced part as a replacement spare part is at your own risk.
Some branded replacement parts also require professional installation to fit correctly.
If in doubt we will be happy to advise further and confirm suitability before purchase.

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AKG C151 Small Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

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$199.00 $259.00
Price includes GST
Sale ends 30 Jun 2026


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