AKG Acoustics GmbH

C 414 LTD


  • Limited 60 Years Edition
  • Large-diaphragm reference recording microphone
  • Five switchable polar patterns for placement and application flexibility
  • Two color LEDs provide quick visual indication of selected polar pattern and output overload
  • Transformerless output stage for distortion-free low-frequency reproduction
  • Handselected components for optimum sonic performance and minimum tolerances

AKG is proud to present a limited special edition of a legendary microphone. In its classic nickel-and-brass finish, this special version is a tribute to one of the most famous microphones in the recording world, manufactured only in the anniversary year 2007. The C 414 LTD presents itself with carefully selected components and sophisticated engineering details to ensure superior audio for the most demanding creative challenges. Five selectable polar patterns, high sensitivity, and extremely low self-noise add up to unparalleled flexibility and immaculate recorded sound. A set of dedicated accessories supplied exclusively with this special version completes this limited edition.

Limited edition black soundtool case, windscreen, luxury spider suspension. Pop Filter. Certificate.

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Professional condenser microphone with two pressure gradient capsules. Its application range shall include instrument miking and recording, live recording, live sound reinforcement, lecterns and places of worship. Frequency range: 20–20,000 Hz; sensitivity 23 mV/PA +/- 0.5 dB at 1 kHz; electrical impedance: max. 200 ohms; maximum SPL: 158/150/146/140 dB SPL for 0.5%.; signal-to-noise ratio: 88 dB-A; switchable preattenuation pad: 0 dB, -6 dB, -12 dB, -18 dB; switchable Bass cut filter slope 12 dB/octave at 40 Hz and 80 Hz; 6 dB/octave at 160 Hz. Integrated shock mount for capsule. The microphone shall be capable of operating on phantom power 48 V, drawing a current of max. 4.5 mA. The case shall be 50 x 38 x 160 mm (2.0 x 1.5 x 6.3 in.). The surface shall be matte grey and the maximum net weight of the microphone system shall be 300 g (10.6 oz.).
 


Type1-inch large-diaphragm pressure gradient microphone
Polar patternOmnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure eight
Frequency range20 to 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity23 mV/Pa (-33 dBV)
Max. SPL200 /400 /800/1600 Pa = 140 /146 /152 /158 dB (0 /-6 /-12 /-18 dB) (for 0.5% THD)
Equivalent noise level6 dB-A (0 dB preattenuation) (to DIN 45 412, A-weighted)
Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted)88 dB
Preattenuation pad-6 dB, -12 dB, -18 dB, switchable
Bass cut filter slope12 dB/octave at 40 Hz and 80 Hz; 6 dB/octave at 160 Hz
Impedance<=200 ohms
Recommended load impedance>= 2,200 ohms
Supply voltage48 V phantom power to DIN/IEC
Poweringapproximately 4.5 mA
Dynamic range134 dB minimum
EnvironmentTemperature range: -10° C to +60° C (14° F to 140° F), relative humidity: 95% (+20° C/68° F), 85% (+60° C/140° F)
Connector3-pin XLR to IEC
Finishnickel/brass
Dimensions50 x 38 x 160 mm (2.0 x 1.5 x 6.3 in.)
Net weight300 g (10.6 oz.)
Shipping weight2.2 kg (4.8 lbs)
Patent(s)AT 395.225, DE 4.103.784, JP 2.815.488


C 414 LTD Omnidirectional
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C 414 LTD Wide Cardioid
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C 414 LTD Cardioid
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C 414 LTD Hypercardioid
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C 414 LTD Figure-eight
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