The AKG C214 is the younger brother of AKG's legendary C414 condenser - similar to the 414's legendary sound, but at an entry-level price. The affordable C214 actually uses the same one-inch dual-capsule as the C414 in a single-diaphgram, cardioid-only design. The result? Highly-detailed, up-front sound on both voices and instruments with an overall performance close to that of the famous C414 B-XLS. Now you can get that epic AKG sound on any budget with the new C214!

Specifications

• Capsule: 1" large diaphragm condenser
• Sensitivity: 20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV)
• Frequency range: 20 to 20,000Hz
• Equivalent noise level: 13dB-A (IEC 60268-4)
• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Max. S.P.L: 136/156dB S.P.L (0/20dB Pad)
• Dynamic range: 123/143dB-A (0/20dB Pad)
• Low-cut filter: 160Hz, 6dB/Octave, switchable
• Attenuation pad: 20dB, switchable
• Patents: AT 395.225, DE 4.103.784, JP 2.815.488
• Dimensions: 160 x 55 mm (6.3 x 2.2 in.)
• Net/shipping weight: 280/1450 g (0.62 / 3.22 lbs)
• Included accessories: H 85 Shockmount, W 214 Windscreen, Metal Carrying Case
• Requires +12V to +52V phantom power

The AKG C414 XLII is a multi-pattern condenser microphone offering a choice of nine polar patterns for the perfect sonic capture for every application. A peak hold LED displays even the shortest overload peaks. For live sound applications and permanent installations, all controls can easily be disabled for trouble-free use. The C414 XLII version differs from the C414 XLS version in one major respect – the capsule. The C414 XLII's slight presence boost and impressive spatial reproduction are both similar to the legendary AKG C12 microphone from 1953.

Features:

• Sonic character of the famous AKG C12 delivering astounding sound quality for lead vocals and solo instruments
• Nine selectable polar patterns for the perfect setting for every application
• Three attenuation levels (-6/-12/-18 db) for closeup recording of high-output source up to 158 dB S.P.L
• Three switchable bass-cut filters to reduce wind noise, stage vibration or proximity effect
• Overload warning with audio peak hold LED to detect audio peaks

Specifications

• Condition: New
• Package Contents: Microphone, universal shock mount, metal carrying case, pop filter, and windscreen
• Unit Weight: 300 g
• Tube or Solid State: Solid State
• Transducer Type: Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Bi-Directional / Figure-Eight, Cardioid, Hyper-Cardioid, Omni-Directional, Wide Cardioid
• Number of Microphones: Single Microphone
• Phantom Required: Yes
• Impedance: Electrical: 200 Ohms / Recommended load: 2.2 kOhms
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• input_pad: -6 dB; -12 dB; -18 dB
• Filters: 40 Hz; 80 Hz; 160 Hz
• Sensitivity: -32.8 dBV/Pa (23 mV)
• Max. S.P.L: 140 dB; 146 dB with -6 dB pad; 152 dB with -12 dB pad; 158 dB with -18 dB pad

The AKG C 414 needs no introduction – it is a tool found in most recording studios and has been used on thousands of hit records; it’s been on stage with artists of every musical genre and is also used by leading broadcast facilities the world over.

For over 60 years, leading musicians and engineers have used legendary AKG microphones to capture their sound so their audience hears every nuance.  The C 414 family has been one of the world’s most widely-used and respected studio and stage microphones in audio history. AKG has continually set new benchmarks for useful features, improved technical specifications and ease of use to answer requests from ever-demanding recording studios, broadcast stations and audio engineers.

The new models C 414 XLS and C 414 XL II offer nine pickup patterns which enable to choose the perfect setting for every application. For live-sound applications and permanent installations all controls can be disabled easily for trouble-free use.  A Peak Hold LED displays even shortest overload peaks.

The C 414 XLS maintains the sonic character of the legendary C 414 B-ULS, the longest-lived C 414 model.  Engineered for highest linearity and neutral sound, it is the most universal and versatile large diaphragm microphone for decades.  Widely used for accurate, beautifully detailed pickup of any acoustic instrument the new C 414 XLS combines proven reference quality, leading-edge technology and state-of-the-art components.

The C 414 comes complete with carrying case, pop filter, windscreen, and spider-type shock mount. 



Features:

• Nine selectable pickup patterns enable to choose the perfect setting for every application
• Lock Mode: all controls can be disabled easily for trouble-free use
• Peak hold LED even detects shortest overload peaks
• Incredible dynamic range of 152 dB
• Three switchable different bass cut filters and three pre-attenuation levels
• Leading-edge technology and state-of-the-art components ensure shortest signal path and extra protection against moisture
• Designed, engineered and built in Vienna, Austria

Specifications

• Condition: New
• Package Contents: Shock mount, case, pop filter
• Unit Weight: 300 g
• Tube or Solid State: Solid State
• Transducer Type: Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Bi-Directional / Figure-Eight, Cardioid, Hyper-Cardioid, Omni-Directional, Wide Cardioid
• Number of Microphones: Single Microphone
• Phantom Required: Yes
• Impedance: Electrical: 200 Ohms / Recommended load: 2.2 kOhms
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• input_pad; -6 dB; -12 dB; -18 dB
• Filters; 40 Hz; 80 Hz; 160 Hz
• Sensitivity: -32.8 dBV/Pa (23 mV)
• Max. S.P.L: 140 dB; 146 dB with -6 dB pad; 152 dB with -12 dB pad; 158 dB with -18 dB pad

The C214 professional large-diaphragm condenser microphone has been designed as a cost-effective alternative to the high-end C414 family. Like the C414, the C214 offers a supreme one-inch capsule on an integrated suspension to reduce mechanical noise. A switchable 20dB attenuation pad allows recording of loud sources of up to 156dB S.P.L. A switchable bass-cut filter allows close-up recording with almost no proximity effect. The C214 captures sound by combining one capsule of the legendary C414 dual-capsule system and the patented AKG Back-Plate Technology, resulting in an outstanding performance close to the famous C414 XLII.

Specifications

• Polar Pattern Cardioid
• Audio frequency bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
• Equivalent noise level 13 dB-A
• Sensitivity 20 mV/Pa
• Signal to Noise 81 dB-A
• Preattenuation Pad -20 dB
• Bass cut filter 160 Hz
• Electrical impedance 200 Ohms
• Recommended load impedance 1000 Ohms

Dimensions

• Width 56 mm
• Height 160 mm
• Net Weight 280 g
• Design
• Finish matte grayish blue

Audio Output

• Type Balanced XLR
• Gender Male
• Contacts 3-pin

Powering Interface

• Voltage 9 to 52 V
• Current 2 mA

Application
Pro Studio Yes
 

Instrument

• Vocals Yes
• Piano / Strings Yes
• Horns / Woodwinds Yes
• Drums / Percussion Yes

The AKG C 414 needs no introduction – it is a tool found in most recording studios and has been used on thousands of hit records; it’s been on stage with artists of every musical genre and is also used by leading broadcast facilities the world over.

For over 60 years, leading musicians and engineers have used legendary AKG microphones to capture their sound so their audience hears every nuance.  The C 414 family has been one of the world’s most widely-used and respected studio and stage microphones in audio history. AKG has continually set new benchmarks for useful features, improved technical specifications and ease of use to answer requests from ever-demanding recording studios, broadcast stations and audio engineers.

The new models C 414 XLS and C 414 XL II offer nine pickup patterns which enable to choose the perfect setting for every application. For live-sound applications and permanent installations all controls can be disabled easily for trouble-free use.  A Peak Hold LED displays even shortest overload peaks.

The C 414 XLS maintains the sonic character of the legendary C 414 B-ULS, the longest-lived C 414 model.  Engineered for highest linearity and neutral sound, it is the most universal and versatile large diaphragm microphone for decades.  Widely used for accurate, beautifully detailed pickup of any acoustic instrument the new C 414 XLS combines proven reference quality, leading-edge technology and state-of-the-art components.

The C 414 comes complete with carrying case, pop filter, windscreen, and spider-type shock mount. 



Features:

• Nine selectable pickup patterns enable to choose the perfect setting for every application
• Lock Mode: all controls can be disabled easily for trouble-free use
• Peak hold LED even detects shortest overload peaks
• Incredible dynamic range of 152 dB
• Three switchable different bass cut filters and three pre-attenuation levels
• Leading-edge technology and state-of-the-art components ensure shortest signal path and extra protection against moisture
• Designed, engineered and built in Vienna, Austria

Specifications

• Condition: New
• Package Contents: Shock mount, case, pop filter
• Unit Weight: 300 g
• Tube or Solid State: Solid State
• Transducer Type: Condenser
• Polar Pattern: Bi-Directional / Figure-Eight, Cardioid, Hyper-Cardioid, Omni-Directional, Wide Cardioid
• Number of Microphones: Single Microphone
• Phantom Required: Yes
• Impedance: Electrical: 200 Ohms / Recommended load: 2.2 kOhms
• Frequency Range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• input_pad; -6 dB; -12 dB; -18 dB
• Filters; 40 Hz; 80 Hz; 160 Hz
• Sensitivity: -32.8 dBV/Pa (23 mV)
• Max. S.P.L: 140 dB; 146 dB with -6 dB pad; 152 dB with -12 dB pad; 158 dB with -18 dB pad

The C414 XLS multipattern condenser microphone offers a choice of nine polar patterns for the perfect sonic capture for every application. A peak hold LED displays even the shortest overload peaks. For live sound applications and permanent installations, all controls can easily be disabled for trouble-free use.

The C414 XLS maintains the sonic character of the legendary C414 B-ULS, the most popular AKG C414 version since 1971. Engineered for highest linearity and neutral sound, it has been the most versatile large-diaphragm microphone for decades.

• Audio frequency bandwidth20 - 20000 Hz
• Equivalent noise level6 dB-A
• Sensitivity23 mV/Pa
• Signal to Noise88 dB-A
• Preattenuation Pad-6; -12; -18 dB
• Bass cut filter160; 80; 40 Hz
• Electrical impedance200 Ohms
• Recommended load impedance2200 Ohms
• Polar PatternsCardioid, Figure of eight, Hypercardioid, Omnidirectional, and Wide Cardioid