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AKG C 414 XLII Stereo Set

Name: AKG C 414 XLII Stereo Set
Brand: AKG Microphones
SKU: 2881
Price: 2599.00 USD
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The C414 XLII multi-pattern condenser microphone offers a choice of nine polar patterns for the perfect sonic capture for every application. This Stereo pair is perfect for all your stereo micing nee...

UPC 885038025948

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Large Diaphragm Condenser Mic Shootout on Acoustic Guitar

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This blind Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone shootout on acoustic guitar features 5 fantastic LDC mics: the Miktek C7, Shure KSM44, CharterOak E700, AKG C414 LTD, and the Lauten Clarion. Sound Pure guitar expert Ross Gruet handpicked this this gorgeous Goodall Jumbo acoustic as our comparison source, which is recorded through our Phoenix Audio DRS8 Preamp and Lynx Aurora Converter. If you would like the results of the shootout or all five full length hi-res audio files to compare for yourself, shoot us an email to mics(at)soundpure(dot)com at anytime. Additionally nearly all of these microphones are eligible for our free 5 day demo period, so if you like what you hear and would like to experience one of these mics for yourself, give us a call at anytime for more information. If you have any questions about the five LDC mics used, the shootout setup, or recording gear in general - we're here to help. Thanks for watching! 919-682-552 or toll free 888-528-9703.

From AKG Microphones

The legendary C 414 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 C 414 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 new C 414 XLS and the C 414 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 C414 XLII version differs from the C414 XLS version in one major respect – the capsule. The C414 XLII's slight presence boost and impressive spatial reproduction are both similar to the legendary AKG C12 microphone from 1953. This enables lead vocals and solo instruments to be placed even in a dense mix. The unrivalled up-front sound is also well known for distant miking applications like classical music recording or drum ambience miking.

The C 414 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, three-dimensional recordings.

General	Audio Frequency bandwidth 20 to 20000 Hz Sensitivity 23 mV/Pa Equivalent Noise Level 6 dB-A Signal to Noise 88 dB-A Preattunation Pad -6; -12; -18 dB Bass Cut Filter 160; 80; 40 Hz Electrical Impedance 200 Ohms Recommended Load Impedance 2200 Ohms
Audio Frequency bandwidth	20 to 20000 Hz
Sensitivity	23 mV/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level	6 dB-A
Signal to Noise	88 dB-A
Preattunation Pad	-6; -12; -18 dB
Bass Cut Filter	160; 80; 40 Hz
Electrical Impedance	200 Ohms
Recommended Load Impedance	2200 Ohms
Polar Patterns	Polar Pattern omnidirectional; wide cardioid; cardioid; hypercardioid; figure eight Number 9
Polar Pattern	omnidirectional; wide cardioid; cardioid; hypercardioid; figure eight
Number	9
Powering Interface	Voltage 44 to 52 V Current 4.5 mA
Voltage	44 to 52 V
Current	4.5 mA
Audio Output	Type Balanced XLR Gender Male Contacts 3-pin
Type	Balanced XLR
Gender	Male
Contacts	3-pin
Design	Finish dark gray/gold
Finish	dark gray/gold
Dimensions / Weight	Length 38 mm Width 50 mm Height 160 mm Net Weight 300 g
Length	38 mm
Width	50 mm
Height	160 mm
Net Weight	300 g

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