AKG C 414 XLS/ST Broadcast Microphone Stereo Set

The AKG C414 XLS Large-Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone (Matched Pair) is a matched pair of condenser microphones designed for stereo recording of overheads, piano, ensembles, acoustic instruments, and room ambience. It combines cardioid / figure-8 / hypercardioid / omnidirectional / subcardioid/wide cardioid pickup, a 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response and a 140 dB (.5% THD), 158 dB (.5% THD, with Pad) maximum SPL for practical control across a wide range of sources.

Features

• Designed for stereo recording of overheads, piano, ensembles, acoustic instruments, and room ambience
• Cardioid / Figure-8 / Hypercardioid / Omnidirectional / Subcardioid/Wide Cardioid polar pattern provides focused pickup and strong off-axis rejection
• Large-diaphragm condenser design
• 1 inches / 25.4 mm diaphragm
• 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response
• Handles sound pressure levels up to 140 dB (.5% THD), 158 dB (.5% THD, with Pad)
• -6 / -12 / -18 dB pad provides additional headroom for loud sources
• 40 Hz, 12 dB/Octave / 80 Hz, 12 dB/Octave / 120 Hz, 6 dB/Octave low-cut filter helps reduce rumble and unwanted low-frequency buildup
• One 3-pin XLR male output
• Powered by phantom power
• Matched pair supports consistent stereo recording
• 1" Capsule Maintains C414 B-ULS Sound
• Completely Immune to EMI and ESI

Why We Like This

The C414 XLS is especially useful when stereo consistency matters. A matched pair reduces level and tonal differences between channels, making setup faster for overheads, piano, ensembles, and room techniques.

FAQs

Q: What is the AKG C414 XLS best used for?
A: It is designed for stereo recording of overheads, piano, ensembles, acoustic instruments, and room ambience.

Q: What polar patterns does the AKG C414 XLS provide?
A: It provides cardioid, figure-8, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, subcardioid, and wide cardioid polar patterns.

Q: What connection does the AKG C414 XLS use?
A: It uses one 3-pin XLR male output.

Q: How is the AKG C414 XLS powered?
A: It operates from phantom power.

Q: Can the AKG C414 XLS handle loud sound sources?
A: It is rated for a maximum SPL of 140 dB (.5% THD), 158 dB (.5% THD, with Pad). The -6 / -12 / -18 dB pad provides additional headroom for louder sources.

Q: Does the AKG C414 XLS include low-frequency filtering?
A: Yes. It includes low-cut filter: 40 hz, 12 db/octave / 80 hz, 12 db/octave / 120 hz, 6 db/octave to help manage unwanted low-frequency energy.

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