From AKG Microphones

The C214 large-diaphragm condenser microphone has been designed as a cost-effective alternative to the high-end C414 family. The C214 captures sound by combining one capsule of the legendary C414 dual-capsule system and the patented AKG Back-Plate Technology, resulting in an outstanding performance close to the famous C414 XLII.

Realistic stereo recordings require microphones with outstanding performance and excellent quality. They also require performance consistency and accurate localization from the pair of microphones. Therefore, every factory-matched pair of C214s is created from thousands of individual microphones selected by AKG‘s sophisticated computer-aided matching method. The result is the highest possible correlation over the whole frequency range and virtually identical sensitivity for stunning, three-dimensional recordings.

  • Absolutely perfectly matched stereo pair thanks to AKG's sophisticated computer-aided matching method
  • A factory-matched pair of large diaphragm microphones for stunning, three-dimensional recordings
  • Highest possible correlation over the whole frequency range and virtually identical sensitivity
  • Created from thousands of individual microphones selected by AKG's sophisticated computer-aided matching method
  • The cardioid-only version of the original C 414's capsule delivers AKG’s Legendary Large Diaphragm Sound
  • Roadworthy Design, All-metal Die-cast body with shock- and scratch-resistant Finish
  • Outstanding Dynamic Range (up to 156 dB SPL, Ultra-Low Noise)
  • Switchable 20 dB Attenuation Pad and Low Cut Switch
  • Comes complete with Spider-type Shock Mounts, Stand adapters, and Windscreens, a stereo pair certificate and Metal Carrying Case
  • Designed, Engineered and Built in Vienna, Austria

General Specifications

Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Audio frequency bandwidth
20 - 20000 Hz
Equivalent noise level
13 dB-A
Sensitivity
20 mV/Pa
Signal to Noise
81 dB-A

Preattenuation Pad-20 dB

Bass cut filter
160 Hz
Electrical impedance
200 Ohms
Recommended load impedance
1000 Ohms

Dimensions

Width
56 mm
Height
160 mm
Net Weight
280 g

Design

Finishmatte grayish blue

Audio Output

Type
Balanced XLR
Gender
Male
Contacts
3-pin

Powering Interface

Voltage
9 to 52 V
Current
2 mA

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