AKG C414B-XLll  Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone + Shock Mount + Foam Windshield + FREE PF80 Pop Shield + 6 meter  XLR Lead

AKG C414B-XLll  Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone + Shock Mount + Foam Windshield + FREE PF80 Pop Shield + 6 meter  XLR Lead

Features:

• High sound pressure level capability and wide dynamic range
• Completely immune to electrostatic and electro-magnetic interference from digital gear, computer monitors, etc. thanks to solid metal housing and transformer-less output stage
• 3 switchable bass cut filters and 3 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
• High sensitivity and extremely low self noise
• 5 switchable polar patterns for placement and application flexibility
• 2-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
• Proel Die-Hard Professional 5 meter XLR cable
• Optional R 414 remote control unit (available by the end of 2004) offers full control of all switchable parameters via standard microphone cable and 3-pin XLR-type connector
  
  Absolute Reliability
  The solid metal housing and transformer-less output stage combine to make the C 414 B-XL microphones immune to electrical interference from digital equipment, video monitors or from rf from wireless microphone or other communications systems.
  
  5 Polar Patterns
  The twin-diaphragm system gives you a choice of five different polar patterns (omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, and figure eight). The diaphragm is made from a special gold-sputtered plastic foil and the gold layer is deposited on the diaphragm only on the outer sides to prevent short circuiting to the back plate if strong blasts of air are applied.
  
  Elastic Capsule Suspension
  Structurally transmitted vibrations that interfere and color the sound are almost completely eliminated thanks to a new elastic capsule suspension system.
  
  3 Switchable Pre-Attenuation Levels
  Pre-attenuation levels are controlled by changes in the polarization voltage of the capsule and permit increases of 6, 12 or 18 dB in the maximum sound pressure level for close-up recording or for use on high-output sources.
  
  3 switchable Bass Filters
  The switchable bass-cut filters reduce sonic coloration and the risk of low frequency distortion. The slope of the 40 and 80 Hz filters is more than 12 dB-per-octave and these are especially useful in combating wind noise or vibrations from stage floors. The 160 Hz filter has a gentler 6 dB-per-octave slope useful in minimizing proximity effect.
  
  Predictable Performance Even in Humid Conditions
  To minimize the negative effects of humidity, all switching circuits are located in a sealed low-impedance section to prevent problems. To test the stability of our microphones' performance, they are tested in simulated climatic conditions between -25? C (-13? F) and +65? C (+149? F) as well as relative humidity as high as 99% (immediately below point of condensation) above +20? C (+68? F). The new C 414 B models can handle temperature extremes anywhere and still deliver perfect performance.

Technical

• Type: 1 in.large-diaphragm pressure gradient microphone
• Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure 8
• Frequency Range: 20 to 20,000 Hz (see frequency response traces)
• Sensitivity: 23 mV/Pa (-33 dBV) ? 0.5 dB
• Max. SPL: 200/400/800/1600 Pa = 140/146/152/158 dB SPL (0/-6/-12/-18 dB) (for 0.5% THD)
• Equivalent Noise Level (CCIR 468-2): 20 dB (0 dB preattenuation)
• Equivalent Noise Level: 6 dB-A (0 dB preattenuation) (DIN 45 412, A-weighted)
• Signal/Noise Ratio (A-weighted): 88 dB
• Preattenuation Pad: -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
• Impedance: <=200 ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance: >= 2,200 ohms
• Supply Voltage: 48 V phantom power to DIN/IEC
• Current Consumption: approximately 4.5 mA
• Dynamic Range: 134 dB minimum
• Environment:
  Temperature range: -10? C to +60? C (14? F to 140? F)
  Relative humidity: 95% (+20? C/68? F), 85% (+60? C/140? F)
• Connector: 3-pin XLR to IEC
• Dimensions: 50 x 38 x 160 mm (2.0 x 1.5 x 6.3 in.)
• Net Weight: 300 g (10.6 oz.)
• Patent(s): AT 395.225, DE 4.103.784, JP 2.815.488, AT 400.910
• Standard Accessories: H 85, PF 80, W 414 X, Sound Tool Case