AKG C414 B-XLII large diaphragm condenser

DescriptionThe AKG C414 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone with many applications on stage and in the studio. A pair of AKG C414s can be used as overhead mics on a drum kit and also make great microphones for an acoustic piano.The AKG C414 B-XLII large diaphragm condenser microphone AKG sets new benchmarks for useful features, improved technical specifications, ease of use and available accessories. All of these improvements are answers to requests from ever-demanding recording studios, broadcast stations and concert engineers, but with the basic sonic character of the legendary C 414 unaltered.Features High sensitivity and extremely low self noise Five switchable polar patterns for placement and application flexibility Two-color LEDs provide quick visual indication of selected polar pattern and output overload Elastic capsule suspension greatly minimizes structurally-transmitted noise from chassis vibration H 85 professional shock mount/stand adapter, PF 80 external pop filter and W 414 X external windscreen. A classic microphone with a distinctive timbre especially designed for recording of solo vocals and solo instruments. High sound pressure level capability and wide dynamic range Completely immune to electrostatic and electromagnetic interference from digital gear, computer monitors, etc. thanks to solid metal housing and transformerless output stage Three switchable bass cut filters and three pre-attenuation pads with LEDs for quick visual indication All switchable components operate in low impedance circuits for ultra-high reliability even in extremely humid conditions