AKG C414 XLS Microphone
Best professional recording solution for demanding studio engineers.
This stereo pair is the industry standard for capturing everything from delicate acoustic instruments to booming ensembles with surgical precision. While the sheer number of polar patterns and settings can feel overwhelming for beginners, they provide the ultimate sonic flexibility for engineers who demand total control over their sound.
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Who it's for
- Professional engineers and musicians needing a flexible, all-purpose studio workhorse.
- Audio producers and sound designers prioritizing precise spatial capture.
- Critical listeners and recording artists demanding uncolored, high-resolution sound.
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious home studio owners or aspiring hobbyists.
- Users without dedicated, acoustically optimized recording environments.
- Novice recordists or those seeking a simple, plug-and-play microphone solution.
Performance breakdown
Polar Pattern Versatility
Five selectable patterns offer unmatched flexibility for any studio recording scenario.
SPL Handling
Captures high-decibel sources with absolute clarity and zero unwanted distortion.
Self-Noise Floor
Extremely quiet operation ensures pristine recordings even during delicate, soft passages.
Build Durability
Rugged construction designed to withstand years of heavy professional studio use.
Sound Shaping
Precise pad and filter controls allow for quick, effective signal tailoring.
Stereo Imaging
Matched pair consistency provides a wide, accurate soundstage for complex ensembles.
Key Specs
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure eight
Sensitivity
23 mV/Pa (-33 dBV) ± 0.5 dB
Max. SPL
158 dB (0.5% THD)
Equivalent noise level
6 dB-A
Signal/noise ratio
88 dB
Preattenuation pad
-6 dB, -12 dB, -18 dB, switchable
Bass cut filter slope
12 dB/octave at 40 Hz and 80 Hz; 6 dB/octave at 160 Hz
Impedance
<=200 ohms
Recommended load impedance
>= 2,200 ohms
Supply voltage
48 V phantom power to DIN/IEC
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