AKG C 214 Studio Microphone
Model: C214
About: AKG C 214 Studio Microphone
- AKG’s Legendary 1” Edge-Terminated Large Diaphragm Sound
- Outstanding Dynamic Range (up to 156 dB SPL, Ultra-Low Noise)
- Roadworthy Design
- Integrated Suspension to reduce mechanical Noise
- Switchable 20 dB Attenuation Pad and Low Cut Switch
- Rugged double mesh Grill for high RF immunity but unaffected Acoustics
- All-metal Die-cast body with shock- and scratch-resistant Finish
- Spider-type Shock Mount included
- Metal Carrying Case included
- Designed, Engineered and Built in Vienna, Austria
AKG's industry-leading C 414 microphones are already a permanent fixture in the world's biggest recording studios and a highly respected work horse for independent artists, broadcasting, and on-stage miking as well.
The new C 214 is designed as a cost-effective alternative to the high-end, industry-leading C 414 family. It captures sound combining one side of the legendary C 414 dual-capsule system and AKG’s patented Back-Plate Technology which results in an outstanding performance close to the famous C 414 B-XLS.
| Polar pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency range | 20 to 20,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV) |
| Max. SPL | 136/156 dB SPL (0/-20 dB) (for 0.5% THD) |
| Equivalent noise level | 13 dB-A to IEC 60268-4 (A-weighted) |
| Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted) | 81 dB |
| Preattenuation pad | 0/-20 dB (switchable) |
| Bass cut filter slope | 160 Hz, 6 dB/Octave, switchable |
| Impedance | <=200 ohms |
| Recommended load impedance | >=1000 ohms |
| Supply voltage | 12 to 52 V Phantom power to IEC 61938 |
| Powering | < 2 mA |
| Dynamic range | 123/143 dB (0/-20 dB) (A-weighted) |
| Connector | IEC standard 3-pin XLR |
| Finish | matte grayish blue |
| Dimensions | 160 x 55 mm (6.3 x 2.2 in.) |
| Net weight | 280 g (0.62 lbs.) |
| Shipping weight | 1450 g (3.22 lbs.) |
| Patent(s) | Electrostatic transducer (Patent no. AT 395.225, DE 4.103.784, JP 2.815.488) |
UPC: 885038021117
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Warranty: AKG C 214 Studio Microphone
AVShop.ca Warranty:
30 Days
Manufacturer's Warranty:
Consumer Headphones: 1 Year
Pro Products (Mics & Headphones: 2 Years
3 year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship applies to the following select products: C451B, C451B/ST, C480B-ULS cb/61, C480B and all ULS capsules, C391B, SE300B and all Blue Line capsules (except CK97-X), C2000B,
C2000B/US, C1000S, C12VR, SolidTube, C426B, C414B-ULS, C414B-TLII, C414B-XLS, C414B-XLII, C3000B, C4000B, C4500B-BC
Manufacturer's Warranty will cover parts, labour and return shipping back to you once repaired. Shipping into the service centre is not covered
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