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AKG C414 XLS

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2 editorial reviews
Always fancied a 414 but couldn't afford it? Come right in...Read more
One of the all-time classic microphones gets a 21st-century makeover.Read more
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Pros

  • Good micro versatile voice and instruments
  • crisp
  • authentic vocals

Cons

  • the lack of heat in the lower voice for mdium Have you tried
  • been out for nearly as long as the other models
  • s tone out of the box can sometimes be unexciting
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Key specs

  • Studio microphone
  • Cardioid
  • 4.5 mA
  • Wired
  • 200 Ω
  • 20, 20000 Hz
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AKG C414 XLS - Pros & Cons

AKG C414 XLS

Pros

  • Good micro versatile voice and instruments
  • crisp
  • authentic vocals
  • lends it great versatility for a variety of instruments
  • ratio quality price is excellent (
  • It has a superb response and provides a pristine capture
  • bit sleeker and more modern looking
  • C414 performs admirably with some carefully chosen EQ
  • headroom and minimising self noise
  • best-known microphone that AKG make

Cons

  • the lack of heat in the lower voice for mdium Have you tried
  • been out for nearly as long as the other models
  • s tone out of the box can sometimes be unexciting
  • LEDs should flash red when clipping takes place
  • plastic suspension cradle and a foam windshield
  • No vibration interference is picked up from the mic stand
  • detects peak overloading for the polarity selection

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AKG C414 XLS - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Microphone typeStudio microphone
Direction typeCardioid
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Design
Colour of productGrey,Silver
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Connectivity
Device interfaceXLR-3
Connectivity technologyWired
XLR outyes
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Power
Power consumption4.5 mA
Operating voltage52.0 V
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Recording quality
Input impedance200.0 Ω
Signal-to-Noise ratio (SNR)88.0 dB
Frequency range20 - 20000
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Dimensions
Width1.97 in
Height1.5 in
Depth6.3 in
Weight10.58 oz
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Features
Plug and Playyes
Desktop standno

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AKG C414 XLS AKG - Editorial Reviews (2)

AKG C414 XLS AKG C314 Microphone review
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Published: 22.08.2015
AKG C314 Microphone review

Always fancied a 414 but couldn't afford it? Come right in...

7 minute read
AKG C414 XLS AKG C414B XLS & XLII
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soundonsound.com
Published: 01.11.2004
AKG C414B XLS & XLII

One of the all-time classic microphones gets a 21st-century makeover.

By Paul White
10 minute read

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