AKG C414 XLS Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone (New York, NY)

For over 60 years, leading musicians and engineers have used legendary AKG microphones to capture their sound so their audience hears every nuance. The C 414 family has been one of the worldÕs most widely-used and respected studio and stage microphones in audio history. AKG has continually set new benchmarks for useful features, improved technical specifications and ease of use to answer requests from ever-demanding recording studios, broadcast stations and audio engineers.The C414 XLS offers nine pickup patterns which enable to choose the perfect setting for every application. For live-sound applications and permanent installations all controls can be disabled easily for trouble-free use. A Peak Hold LED displays even shortest overload peaks.The C 414 XLS maintains the sonic character of the legendary C 414 B-ULS, the longest-lived C 414 model. Engineered for highest linearity and neutral sound, it is the most universal and versatile large diaphragm microphone for decades. Widely used for accurate, beautifully detailed pickup of any acoustic instrument the new C 414 XLS combines proven reference quality, leading-edge technology and state-of-the-art components.Includes a carrying case, pop filter, windscreen, and spider-type shock mount.Features:Nine selectable pickup patterns enable to choose the perfect setting for every applicationLock Mode: all controls can be disabled easily for trouble-free usePeak Hold LED even detects shortest overload peaksIncredible Dynamic Range of 152 dBThree switchable different bass cut filters and three pre-attenuation levelsLeading-edge technology and state-of-the-art components ensure shortest signal path and extra protection against moistureDesigned, engineered and built in Vienna, Austria__Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm-