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AKG PCC170 Professional Boundary Layer Microphone B-Stock vs AKG WMS420 Instrumental Set Band A - Professional Wireless Microphone System
The AKG PCC170 is a speech-focused boundary microphone for stationary conference and worship settings, while the WMS420 is a wireless instrument system designed for mobile live performance. Choose the PCC170 if you need fixed-position speech capture with feedback rejection; choose the WMS420 if you perform live with instruments and need freedom to move across a stage.
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AKG PCC170 Professional Boundary Layer Microphone B-Stock
AKG WMS420 Instrumental Set Band A - Professional Wireless Microphone System
Specs side by side
| AKG PCC170 Professional Boundary Layer Microphone B-Stock | AKG WMS420 Instrumental Set Band A - Professional Wireless Microphone System | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $408.00 | $410.00 |
| Brand | AKG | AKG |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose AKG PCC170 Professional Boundary Layer Microphone B-Stock
- ✓ Supercardioid pattern with phase-coherent technology optimized for speech intelligibility
- ✓ Ultra-compact 23 mm height sits flush on tables and lecterns without obstruction
- ✓ Three-position bass-tilt switch suppresses HVAC rumble and handling noise
- ✓ Integrated RFI suppression ensures stable operation near active cell phones
Why choose AKG WMS420 Instrumental Set Band A - Professional Wireless Microphone System
- ✓ Professional wireless freedom—move across stage without tether or signal loss
- ✓ Warm, articulate tone with excellent presence suited to horns, vocals, and drums
- ✓ Lightweight transmitter design clips naturally to instruments or fits comfortably in hand
- ✓ Reliable operation across live band, jazz, rock, and wedding reception environments
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the PCC170 for live band performance?
No. The PCC170 is engineered for stationary speech capture in boardrooms and worship spaces. Its supercardioid pattern and speech-optimized tone make it unsuitable for capturing instruments or performing musicians who need to move freely.
Is the WMS420 suitable for conference room recording?
No. The WMS420 is a wireless instrument system designed for live performance with vocals and instruments. It lacks the boundary-layer design, feedback rejection, and speech-intelligibility features needed for fixed-position conference or lecture recording.
What's the key difference in microphone type and application?
The PCC170 is a boundary-layer condenser microphone for capturing speech at fixed mounting points; the WMS420 is a wireless capsule system for mobile live performance. They serve completely different use cases—one prioritizes intelligibility and feedback rejection from a stationary position, the other prioritizes tonal warmth and freedom of movement on stage.
Does the B-Stock designation affect the PCC170's performance?
No. B-Stock means the unit has cosmetic blemishes only. Full operational functionality and audio performance are identical to new units.