{"product_id":"akg-c414-xls-premium-studio-condenser-microphone","title":"AKG C414 XLS Premium Studio Condenser Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAKG C414 XLS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a professional large-diaphragm multi-pattern condenser microphone developed for highly accurate studio recording, broadcast production and demanding live applications. Building on the long-established C414 platform, the XLS version is designed around high linearity, low noise and a neutral tonal character inspired by the renowned C414 B-ULS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts detailed and balanced response makes the C414 XLS particularly effective when the goal is to preserve the natural character of the source rather than impose a strongly coloured microphone signature. It is suitable for vocals, acoustic instruments, piano, strings, percussion, ensembles and room recording, as well as professional broadcast applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of its defining features is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enine-position polar-pattern system\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Five primary patterns — omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid and figure-8 — are supplemented by four intermediate settings, allowing the pickup behaviour to be matched more precisely to the source and acoustic environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis level of directional control makes the C414 XLS highly adaptable to different recording techniques. Cardioid and hypercardioid settings provide greater isolation, omnidirectional mode captures a more natural sense of space, figure-8 supports advanced stereo techniques, while wide cardioid offers a broader and more open pickup characteristic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree selectable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epre-attenuation levels of -6, -12 and -18 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e expand the microphone’s ability to handle high-output sources. This makes it suitable not only for detailed acoustic recording but also for drums, percussion, brass instruments and guitar amplifiers where substantially higher sound-pressure levels may be present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe microphone also provides three selectable\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003elow-cut filter frequencies at 40, 80 and 160 Hz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These settings allow low-frequency rumble, proximity build-up and other unwanted bass information to be controlled directly at the microphone before reaching the preamplifier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith an exceptionally low \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 dB(A) equivalent noise level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e,\u003c\/strong\u003e 23 mV\/Pa sensitivity and a dynamic range of up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e152 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the C414 XLS is engineered to capture both very quiet detail and extremely dynamic sources while maintaining a clean signal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor professional production environments, AKG includes a\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003econtrol-lock function\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that can disable the microphone’s controls after the required configuration has been selected. This is particularly useful for permanent installations and live applications where accidental setting changes need to be prevented.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dedicated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeak Hold LED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e detects even very short overload peaks, providing immediate visual feedback when signal levels exceed the microphone’s optimal operating range. Together with its selectable pads and filters, this gives the engineer direct control over the microphone before the signal enters the recording chain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinished in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the AKG C414 XLS combines the flexibility of nine selectable polar-pattern positions with low-noise electronics and extensive onboard control. It is designed as a reference-grade studio tool for applications where tonal neutrality, precision and configuration flexibility are essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: AKG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: C414 XLS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType: large-diaphragm condenser microphone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour: Grey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolar-pattern positions: 9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain polar patterns: omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid and figure-8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntermediate polar patterns: 4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitivity: 23 mV\/Pa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEquivalent noise level: 6 dB(A)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 88 dB(A)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDynamic range: up to 152 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-attenuation pads: -6 \/ -12 \/ -18 dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-cut filters: 40 \/ 80 \/ 160 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrical impedance: 200 Ω\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended load impedance: ≥2,200 Ω\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeak Hold indicator: yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControl-lock function: yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAudio output: balanced XLR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhantom power: 44–52 V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"docx-num-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent consumption: approximately 4.5 mA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52634339606744,"sku":null,"price":35650.0,"currency_code":"CZK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/3045\/5000\/files\/20191122182355-920x920.1jpeg.jpg?v=1791221554","url":"https:\/\/zvukovagalerie.com\/en\/products\/akg-c414-xls-premium-studio-condenser-microphone","provider":"Zvuková Galerie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}