AKG M45189-4 - Microphone Capsule (DRILLED OUT)

AKG M45189-4 - Microphone capsule (drilled out) for replacement on PCC130 / PCC130SW / PCC160

The AKG M45189-4 is the original microphone capsule (manufacturer's designation: Mic Capsule – drilled out ) used in the Crown/AKG PCC130 , PCC130SW and PCC160 boundary microphones. It is an official spare part documented in AKG/Crown service manuals, ensuring correct compatibility and fit for repairs and preventative maintenance of these models. It is ideal for restoring factory performance when the original capsule has lost sensitivity, is noisy or has suffered mechanical damage.

As a service part, the M45189-4 integrates into the microphone assembly, respecting its original response and polar pattern (depending on the PCC model), while maintaining the intelligibility and feedback control characteristic of the series. For installation, we recommend following the service manual procedure and having it performed by a qualified technician , as soldering and functional testing may be required.

Main features

• Official AKG/Crown replacement: “ drilled out ” capsule specified for PCC130 , PCC130SW and PCC160 .
• Compatibility verified by AKG technical documentation (parts lists and exploded views).
• Maintaining the original sound of the PCC system after replacement.
• Cost-effective solution for extending the life of conference and fixed-installation microphones.

Product benefits

• Restores clarity and output level when the old capsule is degraded.
• Minimize downtime with a direct replacement, without modifications.
• Reliability when using the part specified by the manufacturer.

Compatibility and installation notes

• Compatible: Crown/AKG PCC130 and PCC130SW (according to spare parts lists), Crown/AKG PCC160 .
• Not compatible: PCC170 / PCC170SW use another capsule assembly (different Part No. ) and do not use the M45189-4.
• Installation: Follow the service manual; may require soldering and functional verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does it include other components (wiring, preamp, housing)? No. It's just the replacement cartridge .
• Can it be mounted on other PCC microphones? Only on the models specified by AKG in their technical documentation.
• Do I need special tools? Basic soldering equipment, ESD, and access to the service manual are recommended.

Description for projects

AKG M45189-4 microphone capsule ( Mic Capsule – drilled out ) for replacement in PCC130 , PCC130SW and PCC160 boundary microphones; original part according to AKG/Crown service documentation; installation according to service manual; not compatible with PCC170/PCC170SW (they use a different capsule).