AKG C414 XLS Reference multipattern condenser microphone
European mics rule. Fact.
I don’t care what anybody says, in my experience Chinese mics lack character and US made boutique mics are too fiddly and esoteric. If you want a mic to sit quietly and deliver day after day session after session, then trust your instincts (and generations of top engineers) and buy European.
I’m an AKG man. AKG, Milab, Beyer and Coles. Every engineer I’ve ever worked with has had a pair of AKG C414’s (of whatever vintage) and a couple of AKG C451’s in hers or his toolkit, and you know what? They’re usually the first mics on the stands at every session, and I mean EVERY session.
Now cheaper than ever before (thanks to our bulk purchasing power combined with my never ending badgering of AKG) there’s no excuse not to join the army of professionals who rely upon AKG C414’s for overheads, snare, acoustic guitars, ambience and pretty well every other source material under the sun. If your first choice don’t cut it, slam up a C414 and get on with the session.
AKG C414 XLS A legend since 1971
the most versatile microphone for vocals and instruments in studio and on stage
The AKG 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 instrument
Nine selectable polar patterns
for the perfect setting for every application
Three attenuation levels (-6,-12,-18dB)
for close-up recording or high-output sources of up to 158dB SPL
Three different switchable bass-cut filters
to reduce wind noise, subsonic noise or proximity effect
Overload warning with audio peak hold LED
to detect shortest audio peaks
AKG C414 XLS multipattern condenser mic features
- High sensitivity and extremely low self noise
- Five switchable polar patterns for placement and application flexibility
- Two-color LEDs provide quick visual indication of selected polar pattern and output overload
- Elastic capsule suspension greatly minimizes structurally-transmitted noise from chassis vibration
- H 85 professional shock mount/stand adapter, PF 80 external pop filter and W 414 X external windscreen.
- A reference-quality microphone especially used for accurate, beautifully-detailed pickup of any acoustic instrument.
The legendary AKG C414 XLS Reference multipattern condenser microphone is a tool found in most recording studios and has been used on thousands of hit records; it’s been on stage with artists of every musical genre and is also used by leading broadcast facilities the world over. The AKG C414 family has been one of the world’s most widely-used and respected studio and stage microphones in audio history. New useful features and even greater ease of use are the answer to the demands from our ever–growing customer base all over the world.
The AKG C414 XLS and the AKG C414 XLII offer nine pickup patterns that enable it to choose the perfect setting for every application. For live-sound applications and fixed installations, all controls can be disabled easily for trouble-free use, and the peak hold LED displays even the shortest overload peaks. Both mics have three switchable bass cut filters as well as three pre-attenuation levels that allow lead vocals and solo instruments to be placed in even the densest mixes.
The AKG C414 XLS condenser mic maintains the sonic character of the legendary AKG C414 B-ULS, the longest-lived AKG C414 model. Engineered for the highest linearity and neutral sound, it is the most universal and versatile large diaphragm microphone released in decades. Widely used for accurate, beautifully detailed pickup of any acoustic instrument, the new AKG C414 XLS combines proven reference quality, leading-edge technology and state-of-the-art components.
The AKG C414 XLII is the successor of the famous AKG C414 B-TL II. It shows the unique sonic signature of the highly sought-after AKG C12, which enables lead vocals and solo instruments to be placed even in a dense mix. The unrivaled up-front sound is also well known for distant miking applications like classical music recording or drum ambiance miking.
The AKG C414 XLS comes complete with everything you need to create great sound recordings, including: a carrying case, a pop filter, a windscreen, and a spider-type shock mount. In addition, AKG offers both the XLII and XLS in stereo sets. The stereo sets are created by AKG’s sophisticated matching method for stunning, threedimensional recordings.
AKG C414 XLS Additional features:
- High sound pressure level capability and wide dynamic range
- Completely immune to electrostatic and electromagnetic interference from digital gear, computer monitors, etc. thanks to solid metal housing and transformerless output stage
- Three switchable bass cut filters and three pre-attenuation pads with LEDs for quick visual indication
- All switchable components operate in low impedance circuits for ultra-high reliability even in extremely humid conditions
- Optional R 414 remote control unit (under development) offers full control of all switchable parameters via standard microphone cable and 3-pin XLR-type connectors
The AKG C414-XLS Studio Condenser Microphone Is Suitable for:
- Strings
- Gerneral Recording
- Concert hall
- Brass
- Vocals
- Drum Overheads
The AKG C414-XLS Included accessories:
- H85 Universal Shockmount
- PF80 Pop Filter
- W414 Windscreen
- Metal Carrying Case
Justin Hurwitz, 2016 Academy Award winner for Best Score in A Motion Picture La La Land:
“My piano is mic’d with a pair of AKG 414 XLS. I’m blown away by their warmth and detail.“
Specifications
- Polar pattern_x0009_Omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure eight
- Signal/noise ratio_x0009_88 dB
- Preattenuation pad_x0009_-6 dB, -12 dB, -18 dB, switchable
- Bass cut filter slope_x0009_12 dB/octave at 40 Hz and 80 Hz; 6 dB/octave at 160 Hz
- Recommended load impedance_x0009_>= 2,200 ohms
- Supply voltage_x0009_48 V phantom power to DIN/IEC
- Current consumption_x0009_approximately 4.5 mA
- Dynamic range_x0009_134 dB minimum
- Connector_x0009_3-pin XLR to IEC
- Dimensions_x0009_50 x 38 x 160 mm (2.0 x 1.5 x 6.3 in.)
- Net weight_x0009_300 g (10.6 oz.)
- Patent(s)_x0009_Electrostatic transducer (Patent no. AT 395.225, DE 4.103.784, JP 2.815.488)