AKG C214
A professional large-diaphragm condenser microphone for detailed and transparent sound reproduction, making it suitable for studio recordings, vocals, instruments, and overhead miking applications, delivering clear and accurate audio with its cardioid polar pattern and high SPL handling capabilities.
Brand: AKG
Model: C214 – Professional large-diaphragm condenser microphone
Manufacture URL: https://www.akg.com/
The manual is available to download by clicking “Attachments” below. The most up-to-date information will be found on the manufacturer’s website. Please note this manual and images used are for educational purposes only.
Details
Location
CON111 – The Conservatorium of Music – Technical Office
Induction Requirements
Level 1 General Induction
Level 2 City Performance & Rehearsal Studios Inductions
Equipment Store Opening hours
Monday – Friday 10am-4pm
Overview
Access & Usage
Pick-Up Location: The Conservatorium of Music – CON111 – Tech Office
Induction(s) Required:
- L1 General Induction
- L2 City Performance & Rehearsal Studios Inductions
These inductions can be found inside Canvas:
Your Course > Modules > Compulsory WHS Inductions
This resource may be course dependent, please speak to Technical Staff for more information.
Booking Equipment
Equipment is available after required inductions are complete and privileges have been applied to your account.
Store Opening Hours
| Day | Open Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm |
| Weekends | Closed |
Technical Specifications
Type: 1-inch large diaphragm backplate pressure gradient microphone
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Open-circuit Sensitivity: 20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV)
Frequency Range: 20 to 20,000 Hz (see frequency response graphs)
Impedance: ≤ 200 ohms
Recommended Load Impedance: ≥1000 ohms
Bass Cut Filter Slope: 6 dB/octave at 160 Hz
Preattenuation Pad: 0/-20 dB (switchable)
Equivalent Noise Level to IEC 60268-4 (A-weighted): 13 dB(A) (0 dB preattenuation)
Signal/Noise Ratio re 1 Pa (A-weighted): 81 dB
Max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 136/156 dB SPL (0/-20 dB)
Dynamic Range (A-weighted): 123/143 dB (0/-20 dB)
Environment:
Temperature: -10 °C to +60 °C
R.H.: 95% (+20 °C), 85% (+60 °C)
Powering: 12 to 52 V phantom power to IEC 61938
Current Consumption: < 2 mA
Connector: IEC standard 3-pin XLR
Dimensions: 54 x 43 x 160 mm / 2.1 x 1.7 x 6.3 in.
Net Weight: 290 g / 10.2 oz.
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