AKG C414 XLS Reference Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

Get A Microphone That's Been A Recording Studio Favorite For Decades With The AKG C414 XLS Reference Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

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.

• Engineered for highest linearity and neutral sound for beautifully detailed recording of vocals and any acoustic instruments
• Nine selectable polar patterns for the perfect setting for every application
• Three attenuation levels (-6, -12, -18dB) for close up recording or high-output source of up to 15dB SPL
• Three different switchable bass-cut filters to reduce wind noise, subsonic noice or proximity effect
• Overload warning with audio peak hol LED to detect shortest audio peaks

General Specifications

• Audio frequency bandwidth: 20 - 20000 Hz
• Equivalent noise level: 6 dB-A
• Sensitivity: 23 mV/Pa
• Signal to Noise: 88 dB-A
• Preattenuation Pad: -6; -12; -18 dB
• Bass cut filter: 160; 80; 40 Hz
• Electrical impedance: 200 Ohms
• Recommended load impedance: 2200 Ohms
• Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Figure of eight, Hypercardioid, Omnidirectional, and Wide Cardioid

Dimensions

• Length: 38 mm
• Width: 50 mm
• Height: 160 mm
• Net Weight: 300 g

Design

• Finish: dark gray/silver

Audio Output

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

Powering Interface

• Voltage: 44 to 52 V
• Current: 4.5 mA

Application

• Pro Studio: Yes

Instrument

• Vocals: Yes
• Piano / Strings: Yes
• Horns / Woodwinds: Yes