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AKG C214 Large Diaphragm Condenser Mic  

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An affordable condenser that can handle high SPLs.

AKG's industry-leading C 414 microphones are already a permanent fixture in the world's biggest recording studios and a highly respected workhorse for independent artists, broadcasting, and on-stage miking as well.

The new C 214 is designed as a cost-effective alternative to the high-end, industry-leading C 414 family. It captures sound combining one side of the legendary C 414 dual-capsule system and AKG's patented Back-Plate Technology, which results in an outstanding performance very close to the famous C 414 B-XLS.

Like the C 414 models, the C 214 is capable of handling the rigors of high-pressure sound such as amplified guitars, with a sensitivity perfect for voice and orchestral instruments as well. Additionally, the microphone offers a 20 dB Attenuation pad, 13 dB noise floor, and a low cut switch — all in an elegant but rugged package.

Additional features include an integrated suspension, a double mesh grill high RF immunity without affecting acoustics. The circuitry in the C 214 provides maximum SPL capability with minimum noise and the gold-plated XLR-type output connector offers loss-free signals.

The C 214 comes complete with carrying case, windscreen, and spider suspension mount included.

Features

  • AKG's Legendary 1" Edge-Terminated Large Diaphragm Sound
  • Outstanding Dynamic Range (up to 156 dB SPL, Ultra-Low Noise)
  • Roadworthy Design
  • Integrated Suspension to reduce mechanical Noise
  • Switchable 20 dB Attenuation Pad and Low Cut Switch
  • Rugged double mesh Grill for high RF immunity but unaffected Acoustics
  • All-metal Die-cast body with shock- and scratch-resistant Finish
  • Spider-type Shock Mount included
  • Metal Carrying Case included
  • Designed, Engineered and Build in Vienna, Austria

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C214 Large Diaphragm Condenser Mic Specifications:

  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency range: 20 to 20,000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV)
  • Max. SPL: 136/156 dB SPL (0/-20 dB) (for 0.5% THD)
  • Equivalent noise level: 13 dB-A to IEC 60268-4 (A-weighted)
  • Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted): 81 dB
  • Preattenuation pad: 0/-20 dB (switchable)
  • Bass cut filter slope: 160 Hz, 6 dB/Octave, switchable
  • Impedance:
  • Recommended load impedance: >=1000 ohms
  • Supply voltage: 12 to 52 V Phantom power to IEC 61938
  • Current consumption: < 2 mA
  • Dynamic range: 123/143 dB (0/-20 dB) (A-weighted)
  • Connector: IEC standard 3-pin XLR
  • Finish matte: grayish blue
  • Dimensions: 160 x 55 mm (6.3 x 2.2 in.)
  • Net weight: 280 g (0.62 lbs.)
  • Shipping weight: 1450 g (3.22 lbs.)
  • Patent(s): Electrostatic transducer (Patent no. AT 395.225, DE 4.103.784, JP 2.815.488)
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Like butter! Absolutely kills my mxl v69 for rap vocals.

| Review By: sam harr | 11 months, 1 day ago

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This is a must buy for anyone's mic locker. Most people use it for backing vocals or overheads for drums but put it on your main vocal and you wont be let down. make sure you have all the right gear to feed that little guy tho! nothing worse than someone giving a bad review on a good mic because of their horrible gear thats linked to it. This is my first AKG mic and it sure wont be my last!!!!!

The low cut and pad on it are very very nice. well made and sturdy. This mic feels really good in your hands and sounds amazing when its warmed up.

Superb quality! Akg is out of Austria and i trust that way more than China. Very solid and sturdy and i love the simplicity of it.

For the price this thing cant be beat! i was told by a salesman to give it a shot and boy was he right. matched up with my apogee duet and a gogami gold studio cable it will give thousand dollar mics a run for their money!

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Musical Experience:
recording, producing, rapper
Style of music you play:
Rap
Where you live:
South Dakota

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EXCELLENT BUDGET CHOICE!

| Review By: Ariel Sanchez | 1 year, 1 month ago

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It easily beats any other mic in it's price range. I've only used it on vocals straight to the audiointerface and it sounds just right! Not as many features as the 414 series, but your paying less than half the price. I highly recommend it.
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Active Musician
Style of music you play:
Rock
Where you live:
New York

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