AKG C417 Professional Lavalier Microphone
The C417 is an exceptionally compact and lightweight lavalier designed to capture dialogue, vocals, and acoustic sources in studio, location, and hybrid recording environments without compromising audio quality. Its diminutive 15mm height and 7.5mm diameter allow discreet placement on talent or instruments while remaining sonically transparent. The omnidirectional pickup pattern delivers consistent, open sound from all angles—essential for tracking versatile talent movement or positioning in close-miking scenarios.
Design & Build
This pre-polarized condenser microphone ships in two connector variants: the C417 PP with standard XLR for mixer and interface integration, and the C417 L with professional three-pin mini XLR for direct connection to AKG wireless body pack transmitters during location recording or multi-track session work. The matte black finish and included tie clip, tie pin, windscreen, and microphone bag enable rapid setup and repositioning across multiple recording scenarios.
Audio Performance
The C417 delivers balanced, natural sound reproduction across a 20–20,000 Hz bandwidth with 7 mV/Pa sensitivity and a maximum SPL of 126 dB, accommodating everything from intimate vocal tracking to amplified instrument isolation. A low equivalent noise level of 34 dB-A and 60 dB signal-to-noise ratio ensure clean, low-noise audio for layered production work where background hum and self-noise degrade final mix clarity.
Key Features
- Pre-polarized condenser microphone
- Omnidirectional polar pattern for unchanging sound quality in all directions
- Audio frequency bandwidth: 20–20,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 7 mV/Pa
- Maximum SPL: 126 dB (3% THD)
- Equivalent noise level: 34 dB-A; Signal-to-noise ratio: 60 dB-A
- Extremely lightweight and inconspicuous—15mm height, 7.5mm diameter, 68g net weight
- Electrical impedance: 200 Ohms; Recommended load: 1,000 Ohms
- 2 to 12V phantom power; 2 mA current consumption
- Available in C417 PP (standard XLR) or C417 L (three-pin mini XLR) connectors
- 1.5m cable included
- Supplied with tie clip, tie pin, windscreen, and microphone bag
The AKG C417 remains the trusted choice for recording professionals, producers, and location sound engineers who demand invisible mic placement without sacrificing sonic integrity.
