AKG C214 Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

ENGINEERED EXCELLENCE for recording of lead vocals and solo instruments in studio and on stage 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

Integrated suspension
to reduce mechanical noise and vibration from stage

Roadworthy design
all-metal die-cast body with shock- and scratch-resistant finish

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION GeneralAudio frequency bandwidth20 to 20000 HzEquivalent noise level13 dB-ASensitivity20 mV/PaSignal to Noise81 dB-APreattenuation Pad-20 dBBass cut filter160 HzElectrical impedance200 OhmsRecommended load impedance1000 Ohms


Powering InterfaceVoltage9 to 52 VCurrent2 mAAudio OutputTypeBalanced XLRGenderMaleContacts3-pinDesignFinishmatte grayish blueDimensions / WeightWidth56 mmHeight160 mmNet Weight280 g