New version of C414B Thiers:
5th directivity (hypercardiode) in addition to the usual 4: omni, cardio, hypercardio in eight.
Attnuateur more practical-6dB,-12dB,-18dB.
Low-cut filter more flexible: 40Hz or 80Hz (12dB/oct) or 160Hz (6dB/oct)
SPL max permissible still lev (140dB), and a self-noise (6dBA, DIN45-412) adapted to all numrique (dynamic> 134dB)
Each switch position is indicated by a diode dsormais
Accentuation of prsence apprciable catch of his distant and / or extra shine ncessitant voice, brass, piano jazz, big orchestras, ...
Comes in carrying case mtal with spider type suspension, foam windscreen and pop filter

OVERALL OPINION

This is a micro vritable favorite!
Not only is it full trs (5 directivity, low-cut filter and attnuateur) but it also possde characters and a non-standard quality especially considering its price!
The 414 XLII is both soft and warm as vintage prcis! It's really hard not to default and it will always find its place when taking the toughest.

Probably one of the best purchases I've done for my homestudio. I recommend it!