Microphone Transfer ProtocolUSB 2.0
Microphone Transducer2 fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser capsules
Microphone Capture ModesSelectable; Front, Front & Back
Microphone Frequency Response20 Hz – 20 kHz
Microphone Bit Depth / Sample Rate24-bit / 96 kHz (The technical specification on the packaging of Harman’s AKG Ara incorrectly states that this microphone supports 192 kHz. The correct specification is 96 kHz. Harman is actively working to correct this error, and will have corrected AKG Ara packaging available after November 1, 2021.)
Microphone Maximum SPL120 dB SPL (0.5% THD)
Microphone Power Requirement / Consumption5V USB / 75 mA
Headphone Output Impedance16 ohms
Headphone Power Output (RMS)12 mv (16 ohm)
Headphone THD0.03% (USB -20dbfs input) ; 0.35% ( Acoustic 94dbfs input)
Headphone Frequency Response20 Hz – 20 kHz
Headphone S/N Ratio91db (USB input) ; 76db ( Acoustic 94dbfs input)