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AKG PCC170 Professional Boundary Layer Microphone B-Stock vs AKG CS3 DU Delegate Microphone Station - 50cm Gooseneck
The PCC170 is a fixed boundary-layer mic for tabletop placement in conferences and worship spaces, while the CS3 DU is a gooseneck delegate station with positioning flexibility for conference tables and broadcast studios. Choose the PCC170 for permanent installation on surfaces; choose the CS3 DU if you need adjustable microphone placement and integrated delegate controls.
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AKG PCC170 Professional Boundary Layer Microphone B-Stock
AKG CS3 DU Delegate Microphone Station - 50cm Gooseneck
Specs side by side
| AKG PCC170 Professional Boundary Layer Microphone B-Stock | AKG CS3 DU Delegate Microphone Station - 50cm Gooseneck | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $408.00 | $402.00 |
| Brand | AKG | AKG |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose AKG PCC170 Professional Boundary Layer Microphone B-Stock
- ✓ Extremely low profile (23mm height) sits flush on tables without obstruction
- ✓ Supercardioid pattern with strong feedback rejection for live speech
- ✓ Three-position bass-tilt switch controls rumble and HVAC noise
- ✓ B-Stock pricing offers cost savings with full functionality intact
Why choose AKG CS3 DU Delegate Microphone Station - 50cm Gooseneck
- ✓ Flexible 50cm gooseneck allows precise mic positioning and adjustment
- ✓ Integrated PTT (push-to-talk) key for microphone and speaker control
- ✓ Plug 'n' Play 2-meter cable included for quick setup
- ✓ Cardioid capsule with high SNR (>80dB) for clean speech reproduction
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for a fixed conference table microphone?
The PCC170 is purpose-built as a boundary-layer mic that lies flat on tables. The CS3 DU is a delegate station with a gooseneck, better suited to adjustable positioning rather than permanent mounting.
What's the key operational difference?
The PCC170 uses a supercardioid pattern optimized for rejection of ambient noise and feedback. The CS3 DU uses a cardioid capsule and includes a PTT key for push-button control of the microphone and speaker functions, typical of delegate conference systems.
Does either include integrated control features?
The CS3 DU includes a PTT (push-to-talk) key for hands-on microphone and speaker control, designed for active delegate participation. The PCC170 has a three-position bass-tilt switch for frequency shaping but no active controls.
Which is better for a worship or lecture hall setting?
The PCC170 is specifically designed for worship spaces and lecture halls where you need a compact, stationary microphone with strong feedback rejection and speech clarity. The CS3 DU is better suited to conference delegate stations and broadcast environments.