Discover the Power of a Reinvented Classic

• Multi-pattern condenser microphone for a variety of applications
• 9 switchable polar patterns
• Lock mode disables all controls for live and installation use
• Incredible dynamic range of 152dB
• 3 bass cut filters and pre-attenuation levels
• Peak hold LED detects overload peaks
• Includes carrying case, pop filter, windscreen, and spider-type shockmount
• Frequency range: 20hz-20kHz
• Pre-attenuation pad: 0dB, -6dB, -12dB, -18dB, switchable
• Bass cut filter slope: 12dB/octave at 40Hz and 80Hz; 6dB/octave at 160Hz
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The classic C414 XLII Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone from AKG is a staple within the audio industry. Equipped with nine selectable polar patterns, three attenuation levels and three switchable bass-cut filters, the C414 XLII remains one of the most versatile condenser microphone for recording vocals, drums, and acoustic & amplified instruments in the studio or on stage.

This microphone closely approximates the sound of the legendary AKG C12. A slight high-frequency rise at 3 kHz and above helps compensate for the natural loss of high frequencies that occurs at a distance, making the C414 XLII an excellent choice for miking vocals & instruments that are positioned far way. The 1″ edge-terminated dual-diaphragm transducer combined with the low-noise electronic circuitry provide a wide dynamic range of 134 dB and can handle SPL up to 158 dB, for a neutral and detailed sound.

If the nine polar patterns aren’t enough to get the sound you need, the C414 XLII offers a bevy of other control options to fine-tune the microphone to your needs. The C414 XLII offers three different bass cut filters and three switchable pre-attenuation pads at -6dB, -12dB, and -18dB. The mic also carries a clipping LED right on the face, so you know if you’re overloading it. And all the controls can easily be disabled for live sound applications.

• Polar Pattern: Omni, Wide Cardioid, Cardioid, Hypercardioid, Figure-8 Diaphragm
• Size: 1″ (25.4mm)
• Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz
• Max SPL: 140dB SPL (158dB w/18dB Pad)
• Output Impedance: 200 ohms
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 88dB A weighted
• Self Noise: 6dB A weighted
• Low Cut Filter: 40Hz, 80Hz (-12dB/octave), 160Hz (-6dB/octave)
• Pads: -6dB, -12dB, -18dB
• Color: Dark Gray/Gold
• Connector: XLR
• Power Source: 48V phantom power
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Included Accessories: Stand Mount, Shock Mount, Pop Screen, Windscreen, Carry Case