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AKG C414BXLS Condenser Microphone


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Prod. Code: AKG C414BXLS

AKG C414BXLS Condenser Microphone

Item# AKG C414BXLS
 
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The new AKG C 414B-XL and C 414-XLII raise the excellent engineering heritage of the prestigious C 414 line to a new level of performance. Everything on the new models has been changed except for that legendary sound. A fifth polar pattern (wide cardioid) has been added for additional flexibility. The capsule tuning for the new models are the same as previous models - the XLS version is preferred for accurate pickup of any acoustic instrument and the XL II has AKG's trademark "voice-friendly" response for smooth vocal performance. All switch positions, microphone output overload, and power on/off status are indicated by LEDs. All function switches are located in the low-impedance section of the electronics to prevent problems in high humidity and also to minimize noise during control changes. Other new features include 6dB higher sensitivity than the previous C 414 models, and extremely low self-noise (6 dB) - a major improvement. The new models are packaged in an all-metal road case and come with a two-stage external pop filter, a shock mount, a windscreen and a frequency response curve of each microphone.

 

Features

  • High sensitivity and extremely low self noise
  • Five switchable polar patterns for placement and application flexibility
  • Two-color LEDs provide quick visual indication of selected polar pattern and output overload
  • Elastic capsule suspension greatly minimizes structurally-transmitted noise from chassis vibration
  • H 85 professional shock mount/stand adapter, PF 80 external pop filter and W 414 X external windscreen.

The AKG C414 B-XLS is a reference-quality microphone especially used for accurate, beautifully-detailed pickup of any acoustic instrument.

With the introduction of the NeXt Generation C 414 B-XL models, AKG sets new benchmarks for useful features, improved technical specifications, ease of use and available accessories. All of these improvements are answers to requests from ever-demanding recording studios, broadcast stations and concert engineers, but with the basic sonic character of the legendary C 414 unaltered.

Additional Features

  • High sound pressure level capability and wide dynamic range
  • Completely immune to electrostatic and electro-magnetic interference from digital gear, computer monitors, etc. thanks to solid metal housing and transformerless output stage
  • Three switchable bass cut filters and three pre-attenuation pads with LEDs for quick visual indication
  • All switchable components operate in low impedance circuits for ultra-high reliability even in extremely humid conditions
  • Optional R 414 remote control unit (available by the end of 2004) offers full control of all switchable parameters via standard microphone cable and 3-pin XLR-type connectors

 

 
 
Manufacturer Info
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Phone : 615-620-3800
 
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Warranty : 1 Year
 
Technical Details

Specifications

  • Type: 1-inch large-diaphragm pressure gradient microphone
  • Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure eight
  • Frequency Range: 20 to 20,000 Hz
  • Sensitivity: 23 mV/Pa (-33 dBV) ± 0.5 dB
  • Maximum SPL: 200/400/800/1600 Pa = 140/146/152/158 dB SPL (0/-6/-12/-18 dB) (for 0.5% THD)
  • Equivalent Noise Level (CCIR 468-2): 20 dB (0 dB preattenuation)
  • Equivalent Noise Level: 6 dB-A (0 dB preattenuation) (DIN 45 412, A-weighted)
  • Signal/Noise Ratio (A-weighted): 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
  • Current Consumption: Approximately 4.5 mA
  • Dynamic Range: 134 dB minimum
  • Environment:
    • Temperature Range: -10° C to +60° C (14° F to 140° F)
    • Relative Humidity: 95% (+20° C/68° F), 85% (+60° C/140° F)
  • Connector: 3-pin XLR to IEC
  • Dimensions: 50 x 38 x 160 mm (2.0 x 1.5 x 6.3 in.)
  • Net Weight: 300 g (10.6 oz.)
  • Patent(s): AT 395.225, DE 4.103.784, JP 2.815.488, AT 400.910
  • Standard Accessories: H 85 shock mount, PF 80 pop screen, W 414 X dedicated foam windscreen, Sound Tool hard shell road case.