AKG PZM10 Professional Flush Mount Boundary Layer Microphone
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Description
AKG PZM10 Professional Flush Mount Boundary Layer Microphone
The PZM10 is a discreet, low-profile condenser microphone engineered for applications where unobtrusive mounting and reliable audio capture are essential. Its compact cylindrical housing sits flush against tables, walls, or ceilings, delivering consistent audio pickup without drawing attention. Built on proven Pressure Zone Microphone technology, this unit captures clear, intelligible sound across a wide frequency range with minimal self-noise.
Design & Installation
The 3/4" tubular housing measuring just 72 mm tall and 39 mm in diameter makes the PZM10 ideal for recessed or surface mounting in tight spaces. Its hemispherical polar pattern ensures even sensitivity in all directions around the microphone, eliminating acoustic dead zones common to cardioid designs—critical for applications where sound sources may move or face different angles.
Audio Performance & Connectivity
Delivering a frequency response of 80 Hz to 20,000 Hz with 2.5 mV/Pa sensitivity and a 68 dB S/N ratio at 94 dB SPL, the PZM10 captures intelligible audio and ambient sound with minimal noise floor interference. The microphone operates on 12 to 48V phantom power via its XLR connector, integrating seamlessly with any standard mixer equipped with phantom power output.
Key Features
- Electret condenser transducer for high sensitivity and extended frequency response
- Hemispherical polar pattern for 360° consistent pickup around the microphone
- Frequency response: 80 Hz to 20,000 Hz
- Open circuit sensitivity: 2.5 mV/Pa (–52 dBV/Pa)
- Equivalent noise level: 26 dB SPL A-weighted
- S/N ratio: 68 dB at 94 dB SPL
- Maximum SPL: 120 dB (3% THD)
- Balanced 240-ohm impedance with 1000-ohm minimum load impedance
- Phantom power operation: 12 to 48V
- 3-pin XLR male connector
- Compact cylindrical design: 72 mm height, 39 mm diameter
- Net weight: 74 grams
The AKG PZM10 excels where inconspicuous audio capture and reliable sound clarity are non-negotiable—delivering professional results in any setting demanding clean, consistent pickup.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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At a Glance
The AKG PZM10 is a compact, flush-mount condenser microphone built for capturing clear speech in conference rooms, boardrooms, and surveillance installations where a discreet presence matters. Its hemispherical polar pattern picks up intelligible audio evenly in all directions without dead zones, making it ideal for venues where speakers move around a table or room. Choose it for professional install and live-sound applications that demand reliability and transparency in speech without drawing visual attention.
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Conferencing, Surveillance, Live Sound Installation, Boardroom Recording |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Clear speech reproduction, minimal self-noise, wide frequency response, intelligible midrange, 360° even sensitivity |
| Less specialized for | Music Recording, Stage Performance, Instrument Miking (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does hemispherical polar pattern mean, and why does it matter?
Hemispherical polar pattern means the microphone picks up sound evenly in all directions around it, with no dead zones. This is critical for conference tables and surveillance where speakers may face different angles or move, ensuring consistent intelligible capture regardless of speaker position.
What power and connector setup does the PZM10 require?
The PZM10 runs on 12 to 48V phantom power and connects via a 3-pin XLR male connector, integrating directly with any standard mixer or audio interface equipped with phantom power output.
Is this microphone suitable for recording music or instrument miking?
No. The PZM10 is engineered specifically for speech clarity and ambient capture in conferencing and surveillance. It is not designed for music recording or instrument miking and would not be the right choice for those applications.
How small and discreet is the PZM10 physically?
The PZM10 measures just 72 mm tall and 39 mm in diameter with a compact cylindrical housing, allowing it to sit flush against tables, walls, or ceilings for recessed or surface mounting in tight spaces without drawing attention.
What is the noise performance and maximum SPL of this microphone?
The PZM10 has an equivalent noise level of 26 dB SPL A-weighted and a signal-to-noise ratio of 68 dB at 94 dB SPL, delivering a clean audio floor. It handles a maximum SPL of 120 dB at 3% THD, suitable for typical room-level sound capture.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $18 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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