AKG C214 Overview The AKG C214 is the younger sibling of AKG’s famed C414 condenser, offering the same iconic sound at a lower price point. The C214 captures sound by combining one capsule from the classic C414 dual-capsule system with AKG’s unique Back-Plate Technology, resulting in an amazing performance comparable to the famous C414. What was the result? Highly detailed, up-front sound on both vocals and instruments, with overall performance comparable to the renowned C414 B-XLS. The new C214 allows you to obtain that spectacular AKG sound on any budget! Incredible dynamic range. The AKG C214 produces AKG’s traditional large-diaphragm sound while still achieving an outstanding 143dB dynamic range for uncompressed, realistic transients. Quality AKG construction. AKG microphones are designed from the bottom up to deliver exceptional performance. The C214 includes an integrated capsule suspension that lowers mechanical noise and resonances, resulting in even higher sonic accuracy. Furthermore, the double mesh, all-metal grille shields the capsule and provides excellent RF protection without impairing the mic’s acoustic performance. The C214 microphone is also roadworthy, with a contemporary scratch-resistant surface, dent-resistant aluminum grille, and gold-plated XLR output. Use it for several sources. If you want a high-quality voice microphone, go no further than the AKG C214. While the quality alone makes the C214 well worth the cost, you’ll discover that it plays as well on a variety of instruments. The C214, with its switchable 20dB attenuation pad and low-cut filter, may be utilized in sound fields as high as 156dB SPL – ideal for close miking harsh applications like drum overheads, guitar amps, or high-output brass. Whatever your requirements, the C214 is a wonderful microphone to have on your side. AKG C214’s Features: A cost-effective option to the C414 family. The capsule is the same as the C414 B-XLS, but with a single diaphragm and cardioid design. The cardioid polar design lowers pickup of stage bleed and ambient ambiance. Dynamic range of 143 dB (pad on). Maximum SPL: 156 dB (pad on). Adjustable -20 dB pad and 160 Hz low-cut filter. Integrated capsule suspension reduces mechanical noise. Rugged double-mesh grille provides RF protection without compromising acoustics. Uses 48V phantom power (accepts 12 to 52 VDC phantom power). Comes with a metal carrying box and spider-type shockmount. All-metal die-cast body with shock- and scratch-resistant coating. Designed, engineered, and manufactured in Vienna, Austria.
