AKG C 214 Large Diaphram Electric Condenser Microphone

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

The 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 a carrying case, windscreen, and spider suspension mount included.

Features:

Specs:

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 <=200 ohms

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