[Musikmesse] AKG C314 condenser microphone

The new AKG C314 sits between the larger C414 and the most affordable C212 for studio and stage. This condenser dual-diaphragme microphone employs the same capsule as in the C414 XLR and offers 4 polar patterns (one less than on the C414).

Specifications:

• 1” dual-diaphragm capsule
• 4 switchable polar patterns: cardioid, supercardioid, omnidirectional and figure 8
• –20 dB pad
• Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Sensitivity (in cardioid position): 20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV)
• SPL max for 0.5 % THD: 135 / 155 dB SPL (without and with –20 pad)
• Equivalent noise level: 8 dB A-weighted
• Signal/Noise ratio: 86 dB A-weighted re 1Pa
• 100 Hz, 12 dB/octave low-cut filter
• Electrical Impedance < 200 Ohms 
• Recommended load impedance > 1 kOhms
• 48V phantom power
• Overload detection LED
• XLR 3-pin connector
• Dimensions: 160 × 55 × 43 mm
• Weight : 300 g

This new AKG C314 is available in mono and stereo (pair). Its ships with a metal case, an H85 spider shockmount, an SA60 stand adapteur, a W214 windshield and the stereo version also includes an H50 stereo bar. More info at www.akg.com.