2010年4月17日 · The 414 TL-II is awesome on female vocals especially for an up-close, intimate, modern sound. Gives a nice warmth to the low-mids and sweet air/highs. Usually a neve style preamp not pushed too hard and a distressor in opto during tracking.

Whether recording vocals, piano, strings, horns, or woodwinds, the C414XLII excels with its exceptional presence boost and spatial reproduction reminiscent of the legendary AKG C12 microphone from 1953.

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The obvious test for the C414 is a lead vocal, and as expected the mic handled this like the thoroughbred it is, combining body with high-end clarity, and here the choice of two slightly different high-end characteristics means that if one of these mics doesn't quite do the trick for you the other one probably will.

The C414 XLII multi-pattern condenser microphone offers a choice of nine polar patterns for the perfect sonic capture for every application. A peak hold LED displays even the shortest overload peaks. For live sound applications and permanent installations, all controls can easily be disabled for trouble-free use.

AKG C414 for recording vocals. If I had to pick the one task the AKG C414 XLII shines at above all others, it would have to be vocal recording. The large diaphragm and characterful capsule based on the 1953 C12 microphone, ensure a full response and warm tone.

2023年2月23日 · Anyone here ever used an AKG C414 XLII for live vocals? I've been told not to use large-diaphragm condensers for live vocals, but I'm curious to try it. Would the supercardioid setting reject cymbal, guitar and PA bleed as much as a supercardioid dynamic mic?

2009年9月4日 · I've been trying out an AKG 414 on male vocals --- the tone of the mic is pretty nice and it takes EQ very nicely. Only problem is it is incredibly sensitive to plosives, breathing or anything else that sets it a-rumbling.

2024年12月16日 · The AKG C414 XLII is designed for professionals who need versatile, high-quality sound capture for vocals, acoustic instruments, and complex recordings. Its nine polar patterns, adjustable attenuation, and bass-cut filters allow it to handle diverse recording needs with precision, making it ideal for studio settings where controlled acoustics ...

The C414 XLII mic has a wide dynamic range, and features a large 1" diaphragm that can deliver finely detailed sound. A 20 dB attenuation switch lets the C414 handle high sound pressure levels, so you can use use it to close-mic drum kits, guitar amps and brass instruments.