AKG C214 Professional Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

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.

General Specifications
Polar PatternCardioid
Audio frequency bandwidth20 – 20000 Hz
Equivalent noise level13 dB-A
Sensitivity20 mV/Pa
Signal to Noise81 dB-A
Preattenuation Pad-20 dB
Bass cut filter160 Hz
Electrical impedance200 Ohms
Recommended load impedance1000 Ohms
Dimensions
Width56 mm
Height160 mm
Net Weight280 g
Design
Finishmatte grayish blue
Audio Output
TypeBalanced XLR
GenderMale
Contacts3-pin
Powering Interface
Voltage9 to 52 V
Current2 mA
Application
Pro StudioYes
Instrument
VocalsYes
Piano / StringsYes
Horns / WoodwindsYes
Drums / PercussionYes