AKG C417 Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone

The AKG 2577X00120 is an omnidirectional lavalier microphone designed for professionals who need clear, reliable voice capture while keeping equipment out of sight. Its capsule sits inside a slim housing that is smaller than a thumb, so it clips neatly to a lapel, tie, or costume without distracting the audience. Despite its discreet size, the microphone delivers a full 20 Hz to 20 kHz response that preserves the natural tone of speech.

A 60 dB signal to noise ratio keeps hiss low, and the capsule handles peaks up to 126 dB, which means excited dialogue and sudden applause stay clean instead of distorted. Because the pickup pattern is omnidirectional, the microphone maintains a steady level even when the talent turns their head. This makes it a dependable choice for broadcast interviews, corporate video, theatre productions, houses of worship, or any setting where freedom of movement is important.

Integration is straightforward: the C417 operates on standard 9 to 52 V phantom power supplied by mixers, audio interfaces, or wireless belt packs, so there is no need for batteries at the microphone end. At just 8 g, it adds almost no weight to clothing and avoids the cable tug that can create unwanted rustle. In short, the microphone pairs the trusted AKG sound with a form factor that stays out of the way.

• Omnidirectional polar pattern captures sound evenly from every angle
• 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response for natural voice reproduction
• 60 dB signal to noise ratio helps deliver clean recordings
• Handles sound pressure levels up to 126 dB without audible distortion
• Runs on 9 to 52 V DC phantom power for easy connection to mixers and wireless packs
• Slim housing measures approximately 15 mm x 7.5 mm and stays unobtrusive on clothing
• Lightweight 8 g design minimizes pull and reduces handling noise