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