The C214 professional large-diaphragm condenser microphone has been designed as a cost-effective alternative to the high-end C414 family. Like the C414, the C214 offers a supreme one-inch capsule on an integrated suspension to reduce mechanical noise. A switchable 20dB attenuation pad allows recording of loud sources of up to 156dB SPL. A switchable bass-cut filter allows close-up recording with almost no proximity effect. The C214 captures sound by combining one capsule of the legendary C414 dual-capsule system and the patented AKG Back-Plate Technology, resulting in an outstanding performance close to the famous C414 XLII.

Sonic character of the C414 XLII

For beautifully detailed recording of lead vocals and solo instruments.

Outstanding dynamic range and ultralow noise

For close-up recording of high-output sources of up to 156dB SPL. 

Switchable 20dB attenuator and bass-cut filter

For close-up recording and reduction of proximity effect. 

General Specifications

• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Audio frequency bandwidth: h20 - 20000 Hz
• Equivalent noise level: 13 dB-A
• Sensitivity: 20 mV/Pa
• Signal to Noise: 81 dB-A
• Preattenuation Pad: -20 dB
• Bass cut filter: 160 Hz
• Electrical impedance: 200 Ohms
• Recommended load impedance: 1000 Ohms

Dimensions

• Width: 56 mm
• Height: 160 mm
• Net Weight: 280 g

Design

• Finish: matte grayish blue

Audio Output

• Type: Balanced XLR
• Gender: Male
• Contacts: 3-pin

Powering Interface

• Voltage: 9 to 52 V
• Current: 2 mA

Application

• Pro Studio: Yes

Instrument

• Vocals: Yes
• Piano / Strings: Yes
• Horns / Woodwinds: Yes
• Drums / Percussion: Yes