AKG C414 XLS Reference Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

Capture Detail with the AKG C414 XLS Reference Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

The C414 XLS multi-pattern 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, -18 dB) for close-up recording or high-output sources of up to 158 dB SPL
• Three different switchable bass-cut filters to reduce wind noise, subsonic noise, or proximity effect
• Overload warning with audio peak LED to detect shortest audio peaks

SPECIFICATIONS

• Audio Frequency Bandwidth: 20 Hz - 20000 Hz
• Equivalent Noise Level: 6 dB-A
• Sensitivity: 23 mV/Pa
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 88 dB-A
• Pre-Attenuation Pad: -6, -12, -18 dB
• Bass-Cut Filter: 160 Hz, 80 Hz, 40 Hz
• Electrical Impedance: 200 ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance: 2200 ohms
• Polar Patterns: Cardioid, figure of eight, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, and wide cardioid
• Length: 38 mm
• Width: 50 mm
• Height: 160 mm
• Net Weight: 300 g
• Finish: Dark gray/silver
• Connector Type: Balanced XLR
• Connector Gender: Male
• Contacts: 3-pin
• Voltage: 44 to 52 V
• Current: 4.5 mA
• Applications: Pro studio, vocals, piano, strings, horns, and woodwinds

What's in the Box?

• 1 x C414 XLS Microphone
• 1 x H85 Universal Shock Mount
• 1 x PF80 Pop Filter
• 1 x W414 Windscreen C414
• 1 x Metal Carrying Case

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