AKG C414XLS

Studio Condenser

Which one is your favourite C414? This could be the shortform answer, or the longform question. Just about every diligent studio engineer has had a go at a 414 at some stage, whether it be an old 'EB' from back in the day, or perhaps on of the 'B-TLII' or 'B-ULS' models from around the '90s.

Every 10 or so year, the C414 microphones get refreshed it seems. The latest incarnations offer you the choice between this C414XLS, or the C414XLII.

- Nine selectable pickup patterns (Omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure eight and 4 intermediate settings)
- Lock Mode: all controls can be disabled easily for trouble-free use
- Peak Hold LED even detects shortest overload peaks
- Incredible Dynamic Range of 152 dB
- Three switchable different bass cut filters and three pre-attenuation levels
- Leading-edge technology and state-of-the-art components ensure shortest signal path and extra protection against moisture
- Designed, Engineered and Built in Vienna, Austria

The C414XLS maintains the sonic character of the legendary C 414 B-ULS, the longest-lived C 414 model. Engineered for highest linearity and neutral sound, it is the most universal and versatile large diaphragm microphone for decades. Widely used for accurate, beautifully detailed pickup of any acoustic instrument, C414XLS combines proven reference quality, leading-edge technology and state-of-the-art components. Comes complete with carrying case, pop filter, windscreen, and spider-type shock mount.

$1,499 (RRP)