Get Outstanding Professional Level Sound with the AKG C214 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
The AKG C214 professional large-diaphragm condenser microphone a similar design to the legendary C414 microphone. 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 SPL. A switchable bass-cut filter allows close-up recording with almost no proximity effect. The C214 is a cost effective alternative to the high-end C414 without sacrificing quality.
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.
- Sonic Character Of The C414 XLII For Beautifully Detailed Recording Of Lead Vocals And Solo Instruments
- Outstanding Dynamic Range And Ultralow Noise For Close-Up Recording Of High-Output Sources Of Up To 156dB SPL
- Switchable 20dB Attenuator And Bass-Cut Filter For Close-Up Recording And Reduction Of Proximity Effect
- Integrated Suspension To Reduce Mechanical Noise And Vibration From Stage
- Roadworthy Design All-Metal Die-Cast Body With Shock- And Scratch-Resistant Finish
SPECIFICATIONS
General
- 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
Powering Interface
- Voltage: 9 to 52 V
- Current: 2 mA
Audio Output
- Type: Balanced XLR
- Gender: Male
- Contacts: 3-pin
Instrument
- Vocals: Yes
- Piano/Strings: Yes
- Horns/Woodwinds: Yes
- Drums/Percussion: Yes
Manufacturer: AKG
Model: C214
SKU: I211514-GA9992511-8-WHXE
UPC: 885038021117
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