AKG C414 XLS Reference Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

Get Pristine Quality with the AKG C414 XLS Reference Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone The C414 XLS multipattern condenser microphone offers a choice of nine polar patterns for the perfect sonic capture for every application. A peak hold LED displays even the shortest overload peaks. For live sound applications and permanent installations, all controls can easily be disabled for trouble-free use. The C414 XLS maintains the sonic character of the legendary C414 B-ULS, the most popular AKG C414 version since 1971. Engineered for highest linearity and neutral sound, it has been the most versatile large-diaphragm microphone for decades. Engineered for highest linearity and neutral sound for beautifully detailed recording of vocals and any acoustic instruments Nine selectable polar patterns for the perfect setting for every application Three attenuation levels (-6, -12, -18 dB) for close up recording or high-output source of up to 15 dB SPL Three different switchable bass-cut filters to reduce wind noise, subsonic noice or proximity effect Overload warning with audio peak LED to detect shortest audio peaks SPECIFICATIONS Audio frequency bandwidth: 20 - 20000 Hz Equivalent noise level: 6 dB-A Sensitivity: 23 mV/Pa Signal to Noise: 88 dB-A Preattenuation Pad: -6; -12; -18 dB Bass cut filter: 160; 80; 40 Hz Electrical impedance: 200 Ohms Recommended load impedance: 2200 Ohms Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Figure of eight, Hypercardioid, Omnidirectional, and Wide Cardioid Length: 38 mm Width: 50 mm Height: 160 mm Net Weight: 300 g Finish: dark gray/silver Type: Balanced XLR Gender: Male Contacts: 3-pin Voltage: 44 to 52 V Current: 4.5 mA Pro Studio: Yes Vocals: Yes Piano / Strings: Yes Horns / Woodwinds: Yes Manufacturer: AKGModel: C414 XLSSKU: I248814-GA240724-4-WHXDUPC: 885038025917We are Chuck Levin's Washington Music CenterMaryland, Virginia, and Washington DC's legendary music shop. Family-owned and operated since 1958. Buy gear the way it was meant to be bought, from a store that's been there through it all and has the vibe to prove it. We're staffed with musicians and industry experts, people that live and breathe music gear. Our mission is to help you find the right gear for your project, that thing that will bring you the most joy out of what you do. We're an authorized dealer for almost every brand, we stock items the other stores don't, so you can try before you buy. Stop by our Wheaton, MD showroom and see for yourself.Contact us if you have questions about one of our listings or if you need help finding the right piece of gear.