Jul 21, 2015 guitar recording mic comparison shure sm27lc vs. I get real akg 414 sound from it, for the normal price very usefull for classic. The company was founded in 1947 and within months, the first akg microphones were being used in radio stations, theatres and jazzclubs. Innovative technology, pure sound quality and sleek designthe mobile listening experience is about to hit a new high with akg and samsung. Akgs remarkable microphones and headphones are a synthesis of leadingedge industrial design, innovative electronics and worldclass acoustics, producing some of the truest and most natural sound in the history of audio. Oct 18, 2016 the 314 will give you more options for pickup patterns, but its not going to get you any closer to the sound of a 414. Feb 28, 20 use my vip link for 7% off your first years membership at distrokid here is a sound test i did with a akg c214 microphone. Designed for enthusiasts and professionals alike, the c314 has advanced features that help artists finetune their signature sound including four selectable polar patterns, the. Sound on sound s readers voted it best sound library in 2011, 2014 and 2015. C314 professional multipattern condenser microphone akg.
If you need a brighter sound, the xl ii is your best bet. The tab s3s speakers and inbox earphones of galaxy s8 and note8 were precisely tuned by akg to provide enduser customers with a truly pure sound, free from distortion for gaming, for. Akg cgn321 sts professional tabletop microphone set. The c314 certainly impresses with its selfnoise performance, which loses only 2db in comparison to its dcbiased cousin. Whether youre recording in a large concert hall or a oneroom studio, you want to capture the. Meet the c314 professional multipattern condenser microphone, the latest sibling from one of the industrys most widely used studio and stage microphone families. The akg cgn321 sts professional tabletop microphone set is a heavyduty professional tabletop microphone set with shockabsorbing properties. The akg c314 is a multipattern fet condenser with switchable pad and filter options. The primary new feature of the revised mic is that it offers 9 polar patterns, rather than five. Trusted by studio engineers, musicians and djs alike, akg pro headphones are meticulously built to deliver the most accurate and precise sound that professionals demand. Use my vip link for 7% off your first years membership at distrokid here is a sound test i did with a akg c214 microphone. Innovative technology, pure sound quality and sleek designthe mobile listening experience is about to hit a. The c314 mic offers ultralow noise and a 1 dualdiaphragm capsule based on the legendary c414 xls.
Akg c314 available now akg has introduced the c314 dualdiaphragm condenser microphone. A multiplepattern largediaphragm condenser mic is more or less essential if you want to record decent vocals, acoustic instruments or percussion. Hi all, im planning on getting the akg k712 pro but im worried about it running without an amp. They have less processed sound more natural than the newer 414s and slightly more noise nothing bad and not a concern in my. If you want the sound of a 414, then just save up and buy a 414. Condenser microphone 1 largediaphragm microphone with goldcoated doublediaphragm capsule based on the akg classic c414, switchable directional. Technically, the c214 uses a 1inch edgeterminated large diaphragm capsule that delivers a highly detailed, upfront sound and it can handle an incredible 143db dynamic range accurately capturing transient details. Aug 22, 2015 in akgs roster the c314 falls between the single capsule c214, the topselling recording microphone in the usa, and the longestablished dual capsule multipattern c414 models, coming in at over. Akg c314 matched pair professional multipattern condenser microphone.
The headphones are already expensive as it is and ive already maxed out my budget for headphones when i get this, so basically, no amp. C214 the c214 largediaphragm condenser microphone has been designed as a costeffective alternative to the highend c414 family. A big hit in its day, eastwestquantum leap symphonic orchestra continues to top the charts. Whether youre recording in a large concert hall or a oneroom studio, you want to capture the emotion and moment, not just the sound.
The c214 captures sound by combining one capsule of the legendary c414 dualcapsule system and the patented akg backplate technology, resulting in an outstanding performance close to the famous c414 xl ii. The akg c314 is a multipattern large diaphragm condenser microphone designed with the xls microphone capsule tuned to capture a clear full sound and improved offaxis response. Akg by harman has introduced its c314 dualdiaphragm condenser microphone, presented as sporting low selfnoise, a flat, high linear frequency response and neutral sound. Launched at the frankfurt musikmesse in early 2015, akgs new c314 is positioned near the. Nov 11, 2015 akg c314 mic most producers will eventually get to the point where the need a solid mic at their disposal in their studio whether its a pro or bedroom style operation.
Akg acoustics c 414 xls multipattern condenser microphone. As a versatile and highquality multipattern mic, the c314 has a lot going for it. Based in cambridge, england and independentlyowned, sos publications. One of the most respected families in audio recording is proud to introduce a new member. Equipped with a closed design means the k92 doesnt leak out much sound and so theyre perfect for not disturbing others around you. If you prefer a straight up warm sound, the buls model is probably the warmest out of all of them. Discussion in microphones live or studio started by lophophora, oct 18, 2016. The akg solidtube is a large diaphragm tube based condenser microphone that is designed for use in the recording studio. Akg c 314 professional multipattern condenser microphone. The akg c314 dualdiaphragm condenser microphone really is a versatile piece of kit. Most recently, akg unveiled a new condenser mic designed for the recording and live sound markets. Works well with vocals and acoustic instruments, as well as close miking of guitar cabs. The 314 will give you more options for pickup patterns, but its not going to get you any closer to the sound of a 414. The more recent 65th edition, and k712 feature a bass boost that some feel is necessary more on that later while the k702k701q701 are, depending on who you ask, either the exactly the same headphone or have small.
Akg shop official akg store headphone with quality sound. The c314 has the exact same oneinch dual diaphragm capsule as the c414 xls, a sound embraced by audio engineers the world over. C314 offers a best in class selfnoise and dynamic range, a flat, high linear frequency response and neutral sound, making it the perfect recording microphone for a variety of environments. The akg c 414 xl ii condenser microphone is the successor to the famous akg c 414 btl ii mic. The akg c 414 xl ii mic shows the unique sonic signature of the highly sought after akg c 12 which enables lead vocals and solo instruments to be placed even in a dense mix. Feb 01, 2009 of course, the company also manufactures a variety of wellrespected headphones, as well as wireless and installed sound products. C314 professional multipattern condenser microphone. In addition to clean, crisp sound, the new earphones feature fabric cables and are shaped to fit perfectly into the ear, so users enjoy a comfortable and dynamic audio experience. Meet the c314 professional multipattern condenser microphone, the latest sibling from one of the industrys most widely used studio and stage. One of the alltime classic microphones gets a 21stcentury makeover. As is the case with all tube condenser mics, i wouldnt recommend using this mic anywhere outside of the studio, meaning they arent designed for live sound. Akg acoustics c314 multipattern condenser microphone. Choose from a wide selection of headphones and headsets for a variety of applications, each featuring akgs signature sound.
Today akg is synonymous with good sound, stands for passion in music providing the highest quality and ongoing innovation in the world of music. With the budget akg pro audio k92 closedback headphones for professional mixing and mastering, akg has made a solid attempt at sticking it to all the audiophile snobs out there, me included. Sep 12, 2008 technically, the c214 uses a 1inch edgeterminated large diaphragm capsule that delivers a highly detailed, upfront sound and it can handle an incredible 143db dynamic range accurately capturing transient details. The c214 captures sound by combining one capsule of the legendary c414 dualcapsule system and the patented akg backplate technology, resulting in an outstanding performance close to the famous c414 xlii. It works well on acoustic guitar, producing a rich, homogenous sound that balances warmth with detail, again without making the highs seem brittle or forced. It features a cgn351 condenser gooseneck microphone with a cardioid polar pattern on a slim, 11. Thats not to say the c314 is a bad mic at all it performs very well indeed but it does have a sound character that isnt present in the c414 xls. Sound on sound is the worlds premier music recording technology magazine. Join us in welcoming the akg c314 professional multipattern condenser microphone to the studio, stage, and wherever your sound takes you.
The akg k702 is a headphone in akgs flagship series of the k702 65th anniversary edition, k702, k701, q701, and k712. The new c 214 is versatile and affordable, offering the user options and accessories to alter the mics performance. Originally released in 2003 as a fourvolume kompakt set, it has now been formatted for eastwests play engine, tweaked and relaunched as the allinone ewqlso. The akg c314 professional multipattern condenser microphone belongs to one of the industrys most widely used studio and stage microphone families, designed for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Akg c314 professional multipattern condenser microphone. It will be a mic that will last you a lifetime, and that you can use in virtually any application, and it will always sound great. The c414 is probably the bestknown microphone that akg make, alongside the legendary c12. Just got a pair of akg k240 studios, and im going to do an in depth look at them. Born from our commitment to total precision, and a team of the finest microphone engineers, the c314 makes use of the best materials and components found throughout the world. Hello there, ive had two c214 for a while, using them for home studio recording, mainly vocals and acoustic guitarsukes.
Boasting four selectable polar patterns omnidirectional, cardioid, supercardioid, and figure8, youre wellequipped. Of course, the company also manufactures a variety of wellrespected headphones, as well as wireless and installed sound products. Akg c314 matched pair professional multipattern condenser. But being that im still a newbie, i havent even heard enough of the really highend headphones to really get an accurate opinion. The akg c 314 is a professional multipattern condenser microphone that captures every detail with the precision your creativity deserves. C314 professional largediaphragm condenser microphone stereo. Akg sounds so silky smooth, neutralbalanced, and even the instruments sound clearly distinct from each other while others just blend into the music. The capsule is an edgeterminated, largediaphragm design, mounted on an internal suspension. The c314 has the same capsule as the industry standard c414 and offers the same classy sound and detail. Dec 28, 20 akg sounds so silky smooth, neutralbalanced, and even the instruments sound clearly distinct from each other while others just blend into the music. So sonarworks themselves have come up with an alternative called standalone, which was introduced as an update to reference 3 and is included in all.
This matched pair allows it all to be captured in glorious stereo. High quality plastic, a ring of metal around the outside of the driver cover, and more high quality. Acoustic and cinema equipment is an acoustics engineering and manufacturing company. Born from our commitment to total precision, and a team of the finest microphone. Akg c314 mic most producers will eventually get to the point where the need a solid mic at their disposal in their studio whether its a pro or bedroom style operation. The c414xls is a multipattern fet condenser microphone, the latest in the ulsxls series of linearneutral studio microphones. Akg audio brings a superior listening experience to the all. It will be a mic that will last you a lifetime, and that you can use in virtually any. I get real akg 414 sound from it, for the normal price very usefull for classic, recording. So if you prefer a slightly warmer sound, the xls will do the trick. The unrivaled upfront sound is also wellknown for distant miking. What this means in practice is that the c314 will tend to complement and enhance some sources very nicely, but grate and clash sonically with others but to be fair this feature is. Nevertheless, the c414 has undergone a number of evolutionary changes over its long lifetime, changing shape, adding and discarding transformers, and now, in its latest incarnation. They have less processed sound more natural than the newer 414s and slightly more noise nothing bad and not a concern in my experience.
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