AKG P120 Review
Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone
- For Voice, Instruments, Drums & Cabs
- XLR Output for Hookup to Mic Preamp
- Operates on 48V Phantom Power
- Includes Mic Stand Adapter
- Cardioid Pattern Lowers Stage/Room Noise
- Switchable Pad Prevents Distortion
- Low-Cut Filter Suppresses Bass Buildup
- Handles Extremely High Sound Levels
- 0.67" Gold-Sputtered Diaphragm
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 74,918 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the AKG P120. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.
Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the AKG P120. For example, 92% of 29,938 users who have commented on the Value for money of the AKG P120 have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
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There Might Be Better But Not At This Price
AKG P120 Project Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Naj the Rock Fossil on Guitar Center
I use this for my daily voice lessons and for home studio recording. The low frequency cut switch saves time in EQ'ing out the unnecessary bass boom that messes up a vocal track. The 20 Db attenuator switch eliminates daily nuisance noise. This is a pro mic at an entry level cost. There are no doubt better condenser mics out there, but not at this price. It is truly a bargain I recommend without hesitation.
Just What I Needed
AKG P120 Project Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Wannabefamous on Guitar Center
This is just what I needed for my home studio. Can also take it with me when recording elsewhere. Great clarity for the price!
Beautiful clean sound. Warm, not metallic. Slightly bright.
AKG P120 Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Black)
Reviewed by Charles on B&H Photo Video
This is a very wonderful microphone. From the very first voice recording I ever made, I loved how my voice sounded. It seemed to isolate my voice, like I was speaking in a padded room. I couldn't believe how defined and precise my voice sounded. I believe it keeps my voice very accurate, and very clean. It picks up my voice very good without getting any noise from my computer in the background. It is very sensitive, and very powerful. I use 50% gain on my Scarlett USB interface. This microphone is supposed to be more forgiving on Vocals than the older P220 model which was extremely bright on top. The P120 is slightly bright, but not metallic or shrill. It's a very precise clean bright sound, that really makes your voice clear. I don't notice any residual harmonic distortion, so the circuitry is obviously very good. No hiss, or background buzz whatsoever. I think if this microphone cost $200, people would be buying it like crazy. ... More
Great for home recording
AKG P120 Project Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Dede The Singer/songwriter on Guitar Center
Got this for my home studio when I didn't want to fork over the cash for a better model AKG. I'm pretty happy with how the recording sounds. I'm mostly using it for live-streaming but it seems like it'd be fine for podcasting and home audio!
Decent Condenser for Starting
AKG P120 General-Purpose Medium Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Blake B. on Reverb
I would recommend this condenser to someone who is starting recording and say that recording isn’t about having the most expensive mic but a good mic that you can learn to use. This condenser sounds great if you use it right and know what to do with it, the only reason I give it 3 stars is to be honest and say it stays in the locker most days for me because it has a higher self noise than I like, if it didn’t have that slight hum when you start to turn up the gain this would be an outstanding microphone. I would take this over one of the cheap Amazon mics any day though. ... More
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Great project studio mic
AKG P120 Project Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Timm73 on Guitar Center
Great mic for home studio
would recomend this
AKG P120 Project Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by David on Guitar Center
great value and very versatile no feedback/dist. have used for vocal and guitar
Recommended
AKG P120 Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Black)
Reviewed by Jarel on B&H Photo Video
Great mic with great sound for the price. I have 6 of them now. I use them as overheads for drums, guitar amps, and also as choir mics. I only had to perform a couple of EQ curves. Understand it's not just the mic that needs to sound good. The preamp, mixing console, amps, speaker system and room acoustics all play a role in the overall sound. A chain is only as strong as its weakest link.
Mic works well for my needs
AKG P120 Project Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Elaine F. on Guitar Center
I purchased this particular microphone because I thought I was going to use it over my piano for remote teaching on Zoom. I found it worked better as my speaking mic and purchased another, different, mic for the piano. This works well for speaking because I can sit back from the mic and speak in a comfortable voice level so my students can hear me.
Ay Kay Gee
AKG P120 General-Purpose Medium Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Remy S. on Reverb
Lovely microphone. I wanted something to record a tube amp as well as vocals and just more of a general purpose mic and found this lovely on Reverb. Good price, solid construction. I have never owned a condenser mic, and I feel like this is a good entry into the category. It definitely picks up more background noise than I am used to, but I'm just approaching it as a learning curve. I am using it conjunction with a Focusrite Solo into Ableton. I am liking the results so far!
Heavy, Excellent Sound
AKG P120 General-Purpose Medium Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Rick T. on Reverb
First, let me say this is heavy! I am a drummer and was looking for a mic I can use on a boom and bring in from a side and use sideways so the cord didn't get in the way of my hands. This works perfect and sounds great, but I really have to crank down the boom or it could drift down. The quality is excellent and you can tell it is extremely well made. I've used SM57's and 58's as well as a few headset mics. This one blows them all away. It actually makes my horrible singing tolerable. :-) ... More
Best Mic at This Price Point, Period
AKG P120 Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Black)
Reviewed by Brian on B&H Photo Video
The AKG P120 has very good dynamic range for a budget microphone. Excellent for voice, and quite good for instrumentals (cello and guitar), too. I listened to every microphone in the $150-250 dollar range before making a decision, and this handily outperformed every other mic in this class. Very nice build quality, heavy and robust.
I love it
AKG P120 Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Black)
Reviewed by Adel on B&H Photo Video
Good quality, Easy of use
Great mic!
AKG P120 Project Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by ProdByAR on Guitar Center
I have no complaints for this mic it sounds good for vocals which is what mainly use it for.
AKG P120 General-Purpose Medium Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Kenneth P. on Reverb
Sounds really good and highly sensitive. Perfect for my needs. Will change recordings and their quality. Run it hot and you can hear a guitar pick hit the carpet. Effortless singing and captures all nuance. nice and sturdy/solid.
I would buy it again and I recommend to fellow musicians
AKG P120 Project Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Prettyboydre on Guitar Center
I use it in my home studio to make my songs my songs are on all music platforms search up "Prettyboydre"
best budget mic if you rap or song autotune or no auto
AKG P120 Project Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by locallegend on Guitar Center
if u rap ur vocals gon be bussin thats all u needa know this the review u was looking for . if u sing same goes for u
Im thinking bout getting a second one
AKG P120 Project Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Eddie on Guitar Center
Love the price and the quality.
Clear sound, quality build
AKG P120 General-Purpose Medium Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by David B. on Reverb
Since this is my first condenser mic, I can't speak from experience. But this one seems solidly built, and the recordings it makes in my amateur setup sound very good.
Great studio mic.
AKG P120 Project Studio Condenser Microphone
Reviewed by Ed on Guitar Center
I never realized how much easier it was to mic guitar/vocal with one condenser mic than one dynamic. The dynamic required two dynamic mic to avoid contorting while performing.
