AKG C214 Matched Pair

Perfect twins

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.

Sonic character of the C414 XLII
For beautifully detailed recording of lead vocals and solo instruments

Outstanding dynamic range and ultralow noise
For close-up recording of high-output sources of up to 156dB SPL

Switchable 20dB attenuator and bass-cut filter
For close-up recording and reduction of proximity effect

Integrated suspension
To reduce mechanical noise and vibration from stage

Roadworthy design
All-metal die-cast body with shock and scratch resistant finish

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

Finish: Matte grayish blue

Audio Output

Type: Balanced XLR

Gender: Male

Contacts: 3-pin

Powering Interface

Voltage: 9 to 52 V

Current: 2 mA

Application

Pro Studio: Yes

Instrument

Vocals: Yes

Piano / Strings: Yes

Horns / Woodwinds: Yes

Drums / Percussion: Yes

What's in the box?

• 1 x C214 Microphone
• 1 x H85 Universal Shock Mount
• 1 x Metal Carrying Case