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title: "C214 Professional Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone, Single pattern, cardioid, switchable 20dB attenuator and bass-cut filter, integrated suspension, rugged classic design, wide dynamic range"
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# 156 dB SPL dynamic range for ultra-loud sources 1” large diaphragm for crystal-clear capture All-metal rugged body with shock & scratch resistance C214 Professional Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone, Single pattern, cardioid, switchable 20dB attenuator and bass-cut filter, integrated suspension, rugged classic design, wide dynamic range

**Brand:** akg
**Price:** ₱64967
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## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your sound game—capture every detail like a studio legend!

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- **What is this?** C214 Professional Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone, Single pattern, cardioid, switchable 20dB attenuator and bass-cut filter, integrated suspension, rugged classic design, wide dynamic range by akg
- **How much does it cost?** ₱64967 with free shipping
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## Best For

- akg enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted akg brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Rugged die-cast metal body and double mesh grill ensure your mic stays flawless through every gig and session.
- • **Ready Out of the Box:** Comes complete with shock mount, windscreen, and carrying case—gear up instantly and join the elite recording pros.
- • **Studio-Grade Clarity:** Experience pristine sound with AKG’s legendary 1” edge-terminated diaphragm, capturing every nuance with ultra-low noise.
- • **Handle Loud Like a Pro:** Switchable 20dB attenuator lets you record even the loudest instruments without distortion—perfect for drums and brass.
- • **Focused Cardioid Pattern:** Reject unwanted background noise with precision cardioid pickup, delivering clean, professional recordings every time.

## Overview

The AKG C214 is a professional large-diaphragm condenser microphone featuring a 1” edge-terminated capsule, a wide dynamic range up to 156 dB SPL, and a cardioid polar pattern. Built with a rugged all-metal body and integrated suspension, it offers switchable 20dB attenuation and bass-cut filters for versatile recording scenarios. Ideal for studio vocals, instruments, and stage use, it includes a shock mount, windscreen, and carrying case for immediate professional setup.

## Description

From the manufacturer 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. Large Diaphragm 1” large diaphragm with patented edge-terminated back plate technology. Large Diaphragm 1” large diaphragm with patented edge-terminated back plate technology. Rugged Double Mesh Grill The rugged mesh grill makes the C214 a robust option for day to day use. Rugged Double Mesh Grill The rugged mesh grill makes the C214 a robust option for day to day use. Integrated suspension The integrated suspension helps to reduce mechanical noise and vibration from stage. Integrated suspension The integrated suspension helps to reduce mechanical noise and vibration from stage. Gold Plated XLR Output The gold plated XLR type output connector ensures loss free signals. Gold Plated XLR Output The gold plated XLR type output connector ensures loss free signals. Switchable Filters The switchable bass cut filter and 20dB attenuator are perfect for close up recording, reducing proximity effect. Switchable Filters The switchable bass cut filter and 20dB attenuator are perfect for close up recording, reducing proximity effect. All Metal Body The all metal die cast body comes complete with shock and scratch resistant finish. All Metal Body The all metal die cast body comes complete with shock and scratch resistant finish. C214 – Part of the Legendary C Series from AKG An Affordable Alternative Legendary Sound Highly Versatile Roadworthy and Tough The AKG C214 Large Diaphragm Microphone is a premium-grade condenser microphone designed for multiple recording applications, from vocals to instruments to vlogging and more. The AKG C214 provides an affordable alternative for the high-end C414 family. The microphone utilises a high-end one-inch capsule with an integrated suspension for optimal audio performance. Combining the dual-capsule system and custom Back-Plate technology, the C214 achieves an audio performance comparable to the legendary C414 XLII. The wide frequency range and high SPL capabilities make it one of the most versatile microphones available. It is highly suited to recording vocals, guitars, drum overheads, room ambience and more. The roadworthy design will fit in any studio space or live on stage, helping to bring out the nuances of your performance; whether it be as an ambient mic, drum overhead or used in closed-proximity. C214 Microphone A rugged all rounder, perfect for professional quality studio recording, lead vocals, lead instruments and more. C214 Microphone A rugged all rounder, perfect for professional quality studio recording, lead vocals, lead instruments and more. Shock Mount A spider-type shock mount designed to improve isolation from mechanical noise and reduce noise during recording. Shock Mount A spider-type shock mount designed to improve isolation from mechanical noise and reduce noise during recording. Wind/Pop Filter Provides protection for the microphone capsule against wind or plosive noise. Wind/Pop Filter Provides protection for the microphone capsule against wind or plosive noise. Carry Case Easily transport your C214 and accessories in this tough metal carrying case. Carry Case Easily transport your C214 and accessories in this tough metal carrying case. Comparison C214 Frequency Bandwidth 20 to 20000 Hz Sensitivity 20 mV/Pa Noise Level 13 dB-A Signal to Noise 81 dB-A Preattenuation Pad -20 dB Bass Cut Filter 160 Hz Polar Pattern Cardioid Learn More C214 Frequency Bandwidth 20 to 20000 Hz Sensitivity 20 mV/Pa Noise Level 13 dB-A Signal to Noise 81 dB-A Preattenuation Pad -20 dB Bass Cut Filter 160 Hz Polar Pattern Cardioid C314 Frequency Bandwidth 20 to 20000 Hz Sensitivity 20 mV/Pa Noise Level 8 dB-A Signal to Noise 86 dB-A Preattenuation Pad -20 dB Bass Cut Filter 100 Hz, 12dB/octave Polar Pattern Multi-Pattern Learn More C314 8 dB-A 86 dB-A 100 Hz, 12dB/octave Multi-Pattern C414 XLS Frequency Bandwidth 20 to 20000 Hz Sensitivity 23 mV/Pa Noise Level 6 dB-A Signal to Noise 88 dB-A Preattenuation Pad -6; -12; -18 dB Bass Cut Filter 160; 80; 40 Hz Polar Pattern Multi-Pattern Learn More C414 XLS 23 mV/Pa 6 dB-A 88 dB-A -6; -12; -18 dB 160; 80; 40 Hz C414 XLII Frequency Bandwidth 20 to 20000 Hz Sensitivity 23 mV/Pa Noise Level 6 dB-A Signal to Noise 88 dB-A Preattenuation Pad -6; -12; -18 dB Bass Cut Filter 160; 80; 40 Hz Polar Pattern Multi-Pattern Learn More C414 XLII Inspiring Greatness for Decades For more than 65 years, AKG has helped create the iconic sounds of some of the world’s most well known recording artists, engineers and producers. Our designers and engineers have made it their life’s passion to find new ways to deliver breakthrough experiences for artists of all levels.

Review: Absolutely outstanding - I spent weeks watching YouTube reviews on how to record my grand piano and microphone comparisons I eventually decided to buy two pairs of rode NT55s and a pair of these AKG C414 xls Boy oh boy - based on the YouTube videos I wasn't expecting a lot of difference in sound quality as they all sounded quite similar and I thought I must be mad spending this amount of money - especially as I am a home hobbyist just trying to make a decent recording for my piano exams I plugged all 6 microphones into a Focusrite gen4 20i18 which I connected to my laptop running Ableton live 12 standard edition and used a bit of EQ8 - using settings recommended on a YouTube video for recording piano I had 2 mics in the piano over the bridge - well back from the damper, 2 one meter behind the piano (the other end from where I sat) and 2 more about 4 metres away. All 6 mics were using Omni mode/capsules The NT55s are good mics and the sound quality was perfectly reasonable However the AKGs were genuinely a next level in clarity and realism I 62 years old with bad tinnitus and having spent my life clubbing my ability to hear high frequency is poor However even with my rotten old ears the better sound quality from the AKG mics was really really audible What I'm trying to say is that you don't need to have "sound engineer" ears nor sound engineer talent to get a better quality recording - these mics are just better. I balked at the price and this was definitely a serious luxury but I do feel that these mics offer genuine value for money - you will hear the difference I hope that is of some help to someone - I found it really difficult to find some genuine objective advice on the internet - and I've tried to relay to others what I really wanted to know - namely if I spend all that money will I even hear the difference I can honestly say yes I could and it wasn't really a matter of "taste" - the sound is genuinely noticeably clearer and more natural - that was my honest experience
Review: Simply stunning!! - These are simply stunning mics by any class. I am using these primarily as drum overheads, but they are so versatile you could turn them to almost anything. The 20dB pad option is perfect for recording loud sources (such as drums) and in close mic'ing situations. I've not tried recording more distant/quieter sources, or used the bass rolloff filter yet. These are my first foray into professional mics, so I have little else to compare them with (other than a little USB snowball mic!). But these are in a totally different class all together!! On setting up for my first test recording, I was simply blown away with the sensitivity and how accurately these mics will capture detail. On my first listen back to my recording through headphones, I had to double-take - as I actually thought someone was in the room with me physically playing my drums!! I simply was not prepared for what I was about to witness. The accuracy and realism of the recording was incredible! - These mics pic up every minute nuance of your performance, and even pick stuff up I couldn't humanly detect with my own ears. (For instance, they even picked up the sound of the click track playing in my in-ears with huge Peltor Ear Defenders over the top!). They have a lovely smooth top-end (admission: I didn't even know what this meant, until I listened back to my recording, and heard it for myself with my own ears!). The cymbals have a lovely wash to them when played, with no harsh overtones at all. The cardiod pickup pattern also does a great job of rejecting unwanted room noise from the recording, by rejecting everything from the rear of the microphone. With careful microphone placement you can achieve fantastic results. (Note: these mics are fixed at 'cardiod' - so if you are wanting omnidirectional mics, you will have to look at the more expensive C314, or C414 mics that come with different selectable polar patterns). I didn't opt to buy a 'matched stereo pair' (it's a hotly debated topic in audio circles) so I saved a bit by buying individual mics separately. I'm not convinced I have a 'perfectly matched pair of ears', and in any case I dare say the average listener can't audibly detect the difference in a blind listening test - so that's good enough for me!! The build quality is impressive too - they feel reassuringly heavy and rugged. The suppled flight case is well padded, and should hopefully keep these mics in tip top condition for years of useful service.

## Features

- AKG's Legendary 1” Edge-Terminated Large Diaphragm Sound and Outstanding Dynamic Range (up to 156 dB SPL, Ultra-Low Noise)
- Rugged double mesh grill for high RF immunity but unaffected acoustics plus an All-metal Die-cast body with shock- and scratch-resistant Finish
- Ideal for professional studio recording, lead vocals, lead instruments, Ensemble recordings and professional stage making
- Get the clearest sound possible with switchable 20dB pad and low-cut switch
- The C214 comes complete with everything you need to get started - carrying case, windscreen, and spider-type shock mount

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003SO5OZQ |
| Antenna Location | Singing, Streaming |
| Audible Noise | 81 Decibels |
| Audio Sensitivity | 156 Decibels |
| Best Sellers Rank | 6,234 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 104 in Condenser Microphones |
| Box Contents | 1 x C214 Microphone, 1 x H85 Universal Shock Mount, 1 x Metal Carrying Case |
| Brand | AKG |
| Brand Name | AKG |
| Colour | black |
| Compatible Devices | Audio Interface |
| Connectivity Technology | XLR |
| Connectivity technology | XLR |
| Connector Type | XLR |
| Connector type | XLR |
| Country of Origin | Austria |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,271 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminium |
| Frequency Range | 48 KHz |
| Frequency Response | 20 KHz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00989898859412, 09002761021110 |
| Item Dimensions | 28.7 x 21.8 x 9.9 centimetres |
| Item Weight | 0.8 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | AKG |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C214 |
| Microphone Form Factor | Handheld |
| Model Name | C214 |
| Model Number | C214 |
| Model name | C214 |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Recommended uses for product | Singing, Streaming |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 81 dB |
| Special Feature | Corded |
| Special feature | Corded |
| UPC | 613815576747 700315946429 410200150113 700315946450 888365293424 989898859412 889406419100 885038021117 |
| Unit Count | 3.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** AKG
- **Colour:** black
- **Compatible devices:** Audio Interface
- **Connectivity technology:** XLR
- **Connector type:** XLR
- **Included components:** 1 x C214 Microphone, 1 x H85 Universal Shock Mount, 1 x Metal Carrying Case
- **Model name:** C214
- **Polar pattern:** Unidirectional
- **Recommended uses for product:** Singing, Streaming
- **Special feature:** Corded

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: hi bit of a begginer when it comes to mics, gunna sound really stupid but dose it come with the wires to hook up to a pc? i wanna use it to stream**
A: No - just the mic. It needs an XLR cable and also phantom power (being a condenser mic). Chances are you don't already a suitable connection on your PC (it won't hook up to a 3.5mm line connection or mic port for example). You would need to purchase an XLR cable and an Audio Interface (something like the Scarlett 2i2 would be ideal). Cheers.

**Q: Has anyone recorded vocals with this mic, and how was it? Is it good enough to record the vocals for an album? Thanks, Paul**
A: Yes, it is designed as a vocal microphone. It produces great quality vocals.

**Q: Is this a warm slightly dark sounding mic or quite bright and crispy overall ?**
A: I’d say bright and crispy with a silky smooth top end. Not harsh at all.

**Q: What cable is needed to attached to a Mac?**
A: Not sure you can connect directly to a Mac.  I use an audio interface (Apogee Duet) which uses a usb cable to connect to the Mac and allows for normal microphone connection.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely outstanding
*by O***D on 25 December 2024*

I spent weeks watching YouTube reviews on how to record my grand piano and microphone comparisons I eventually decided to buy two pairs of rode NT55s and a pair of these AKG C414 xls Boy oh boy - based on the YouTube videos I wasn't expecting a lot of difference in sound quality as they all sounded quite similar and I thought I must be mad spending this amount of money - especially as I am a home hobbyist just trying to make a decent recording for my piano exams I plugged all 6 microphones into a Focusrite gen4 20i18 which I connected to my laptop running Ableton live 12 standard edition and used a bit of EQ8 - using settings recommended on a YouTube video for recording piano I had 2 mics in the piano over the bridge - well back from the damper, 2 one meter behind the piano (the other end from where I sat) and 2 more about 4 metres away. All 6 mics were using Omni mode/capsules The NT55s are good mics and the sound quality was perfectly reasonable However the AKGs were genuinely a next level in clarity and realism I 62 years old with bad tinnitus and having spent my life clubbing my ability to hear high frequency is poor However even with my rotten old ears the better sound quality from the AKG mics was really really audible What I'm trying to say is that you don't need to have "sound engineer" ears nor sound engineer talent to get a better quality recording - these mics are just better. I balked at the price and this was definitely a serious luxury but I do feel that these mics offer genuine value for money - you will hear the difference I hope that is of some help to someone - I found it really difficult to find some genuine objective advice on the internet - and I've tried to relay to others what I really wanted to know - namely if I spend all that money will I even hear the difference I can honestly say yes I could and it wasn't really a matter of "taste" - the sound is genuinely noticeably clearer and more natural - that was my honest experience

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simply stunning!!
*by O***N on 5 August 2016*

These are simply stunning mics by any class. I am using these primarily as drum overheads, but they are so versatile you could turn them to almost anything. The 20dB pad option is perfect for recording loud sources (such as drums) and in close mic'ing situations. I've not tried recording more distant/quieter sources, or used the bass rolloff filter yet. These are my first foray into professional mics, so I have little else to compare them with (other than a little USB snowball mic!). But these are in a totally different class all together!! On setting up for my first test recording, I was simply blown away with the sensitivity and how accurately these mics will capture detail. On my first listen back to my recording through headphones, I had to double-take - as I actually thought someone was in the room with me physically playing my drums!! I simply was not prepared for what I was about to witness. The accuracy and realism of the recording was incredible! - These mics pic up every minute nuance of your performance, and even pick stuff up I couldn't humanly detect with my own ears. (For instance, they even picked up the sound of the click track playing in my in-ears with huge Peltor Ear Defenders over the top!). They have a lovely smooth top-end (admission: I didn't even know what this meant, until I listened back to my recording, and heard it for myself with my own ears!). The cymbals have a lovely wash to them when played, with no harsh overtones at all. The cardiod pickup pattern also does a great job of rejecting unwanted room noise from the recording, by rejecting everything from the rear of the microphone. With careful microphone placement you can achieve fantastic results. (Note: these mics are fixed at 'cardiod' - so if you are wanting omnidirectional mics, you will have to look at the more expensive C314, or C414 mics that come with different selectable polar patterns). I didn't opt to buy a 'matched stereo pair' (it's a hotly debated topic in audio circles) so I saved a bit by buying individual mics separately. I'm not convinced I have a 'perfectly matched pair of ears', and in any case I dare say the average listener can't audibly detect the difference in a blind listening test - so that's good enough for me!! The build quality is impressive too - they feel reassuringly heavy and rugged. The suppled flight case is well padded, and should hopefully keep these mics in tip top condition for years of useful service.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality acoustic guitar/vocal microphone
*by D***A on 25 March 2018*

I do a fair bit of home recording and it is usually just my vocals and an acoustic guitar. I bought two of these which I feed through a pair of Joemeek VC3s and the quality of the sound is quite frankly excellent. I purposely didn't go for the matched stereo pair as I really don't think it matters and having two microphones that are ever so slightly different, to my ears anyway, gives a better and more interesting sound. The C214 comes in a rugged case with a professional shock mount and windshield. The signal delivered by the C214 is up there with the best of them and the only difference I can see between these and the more expensive C414 (which I have also used) is the extra polar patterns available. The sound is crisp and detailed, my guitar and vocals have never sounded better. They are very sensitive mics and I would recommend using them in an acoustically treated environment to cut down on background noise... I hang a duvet on the wall behind me to cut down on room reflections. I employ the low cut filter to reduce the boom of both my bassy voice and the guitar as I like the sound of close miking. A 20db cut is also provided should you need it for louder sources such as drums. For the hobbyist home recording studio the C214 is an excellent choice to make professional sounding recordings economically. If you are an acoustic guitarist/singer then I can highly recommend these microphones. I just wish I had bought them years ago... They are so good that I am re-recording a load of my songs.....

## Frequently Bought Together

- AKG Pro Audio C214 Studio Grade Professional Large Diaphragm, Single Capsule, Vocal and Instrument Condenser Microphone with Rugged Aluminum Carrying Case. XLR Connector. Gray with Gold
- Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Guitarists, Vocalists, Podcasters or Producers to record and playback studio quality sound
- Amazon Basics XLR Male to Female Microphone Cable for Speaker or PA System, All Copper Conductors, 6MM PVC Jacket, 6 Foot, Black

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