AKG Acoustics C 414 User's Manual
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1. 9 Nine pickup patterns Nine pickup patterns provide the perfect sound for every application without compromising anything Signal bleeding from other sources can be minimised quickly and efficiently More over for on stage applications gain before feed back can be maximised Lock Mode Live sound engineers as well as engineers for theatre opera or musical productions often use the same microphones for the same purposes every night and may even install some microphones permanently In Lock Mode all microphone controls are disabled so that the settings selected for a specific application polar pattern preattenuation pad bass cut filter cannot be changed unintentionally Peak Hold LED The polar pattern indicator LEDs also provide an overload indication With conventional peak indicators overload peaks lasting only for a fraction of a second may easily escape your attention The new peak hold function makes sure that you will notice even the shortest overload peak If the microphone output level exceeds the overload limit the currently active polar pattern LED will change to red for about three seconds Envelope The legacy of AKG e Did you know that according to Billboard Magazine every studio in the US owns at least one AKG product e that AKG is known to be one of the most innovative microphone manufacturers with more than 1 400 patents e that AKG headphones have been used for research in2. eo BEE EH REE 2 r cclxlo lt L oe 2 oe kai 32 BEES S EIS m alsa Eels SO og S g P lt lt s SI IS S ISIS iS s ESZI e Xie gt lt I oio Nlolo rlolo rr joljieje elvi All r e dvc o r o s olco tro ce aS ji oo 1 S 2 Cs ii T z H Enp Te M o gt lt N E Sa V ND Yw 8 oy Y gt E 1 sf S e c ile To T i DUE i 9 86 7 a QA eu Ia ns Sl s SN c D s a N Kam 5 rz e O e S m to O D O KE PES I pem ge TE 8 9 D P oi l oio lt So 3 de O I O D 5 2 cia T E ALT ut SHEE E ISS 2 5 c CS D Hl 8 2 2 5 T Cc 5 D O C EH EE E EE EET HEE 5 N gt LL ER HH HEE 2 5 S oi lt T e TEES oO E S 2l lalals sSi S So i SEHE ES 3E EHE ACIE EZ e ole S9 5 6 2 51 9 2 2 2 5 2 lt 2 lt lt 7 2 7 2 200 2 2 Oj amp E REE E E DE EH EH H
3. new benchmarks for useful features improved technical specifica tions ease of use and available accessories All of these improvements are answers to requests from ever demanding recording studios broad cast stations and concert engineers but with the basic sonic character of the legendary C 414 unaltered 2009 C 414 XLS C 414 XL II The new C 414 XLS and the C 414 XLII are AKG s answer to customer demand Nine pickup patterns that enable it to choose the perfect setting for every application In addition gain before feed back can be maximised and signal bleeding from other sources can be minimised For live sound applications and fixed installations the new Lock Mode disables all controls on the microphone so that the settings you selected for a specific appli cation cannot be changed unintentionally The peak hold LED displays even the shortest over load peaks AKG SOUNDS BETTER for g One inch edge terminated capsule gold sputtered diaphragms ensure maximum reliability on the road e ultrahigh precision parts with tolerances inthe region of microns assembled with great care in our factory in Vienna Integrated capsule suspension eliminates structurally transmitted vibrations that interfere and cover the sound Nine polar patterns the one inch twin diaphragm capsule enables to choose the perfect setting for every application Lock Mode for live sound applications and permanent installations all c
4. precision tooling and meticulous manufacturing standards AKG has achieved many firsts in microphone development EN c ERN C 12 A 1962 C 414 comb 1971 C 414 EB 1976 C 414 EB P48 1980 C 414 B ULS 1986 How a legendary product evolved 1953 C 12 The brand new C 12 Model AKG has set a new benchmark Besides excellent sound quality it was the first Large Diaphragm Microphone with a remote control unit for changing the pickup pattern One of the first customers was the BBC Meanwhile the AKG C 12 has become one of the most sought after microphones of all time 1962 C 12 A The introduction of the C 12 A the forerunner of the now classic C 414 design The C 12 A had a Nuvistor tube in its preamp section and its miniaturised housing became a trademark of AKG s large diaphragm microphones This model was marketed until 1976 1971 G 414 comb The launch of the first C 414 model the C 414 comb This model had a special module with a permanently attached cable but was a solid state design that allowed upgrades as technology improved and also permitted phantom powering instead of requiring an external supply 1976 C 414 EB In response to the emergence of 3 pin XLR type connectors as the world standard AKG introduces the C 414 EB with this connector integrated into 1980 C 414 EB P48 The launch of the C 414 EB P48 the first model with black housing This model featured certain
5. space on the MIR space station e that the Royal Mail released a stamp showing the standard BBC microphones which were exclusively AKG products DIS For more than six decades AKG Acoustics has been a leading manufacturer of microphones headphones and wireless systems for studio stage and broadcast that conform to the highest standards of quality and reliability From a two man operation AKG has evolved into a leading international manufacturer of audio equipment with over 1 400 patents The accumulated experience of working with professionals and tremendous engineering know how are the foundation of the unique sound and popularity of the legendary AKG brand There is no greater evidence of AKG s technical mastery and spirit of innovation than its more than 1 400 patents in the field of electro acoustics with more than all its competitors combined AKG a name that has amassed an enviable world wide reputation for performance depend ability and service A microphone for every need television studios film studios theatres stadiums concert halls opera houses communication links schools home video recorders and the personal choice of hundreds of performers Among profes sionals the name AKG is synonymous with the highest standards in quality performance and dependability Based on intensive scientific re search an extensive knowledge of acoustics and measurement techniques design competence
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7. Versatile Outstanding Absolutely astounaing bebe s A orem lt CC Mete e eR ODS LE ta P Ww Bd ESSA e Ton Tis ls DRE E L3 sx a Ew e High sensitivity and extremely low self noise one of the quietest microphones in the world 6 dBa A only e High sound pressure level capability up to 158 dB SPL and incredible dynamic range of 152 dB e Nine switchable polar patterns for placement and application flexibility e Rugged double mesh for unaffected acoustics and high RF immunity e Lock Mode all controls can be easily disabled for trouble free use e Peak Hold LED displays even the shortest overload peaks e Two colour LEDs provide quick visual indication of selected polar pattern and output overload e Three switchable bass cut filters and three pre attenuation pads e Cutting edge technology and state of the art components ensure shortest signal path and extra protection against moisture e Elastic capsule suspension greatly minimises structurally transmitted noise from chassis vibration 6 Both versions are also available as stereo sets selected by AKG s sophisti cated matching method e Comes complete with metal carrying case spider type shock mount H 85 pop filter H 85 and windscreen W 414 e Designed engineered and built in Vienna Austria C414 a The Ref G 414 XLS Everyone who is used to working with a C 414 will f
8. ated from thousands of individual microphones selected by AKG s sophisticated computer aided matching method The result is the highest possible correlation over the whole Predictable performance even in humid conditions To prevent problems occurring and to minimise the negative effects of humidity all switching circuits are located in a sealed low impedance section To test the stability of our microphones perfor mance they are tested in simulated climatic conditions between 25 C 13 F and 65 C 149 F as well as relative humidity as high as 99 immediately below the point of conden sation above 20 C 68 F The new C 414 B models can handle temperature extremes any where and still deliver perfect performance frequency range and virtually identical sensitivity for stunning three dimensional recordings 210 dB lt AKG SOUNDS BETTER Application Guide We recommend the C 414 XLS and C 414 XL Il for the following applications in the recording studio Aufnahmequelle C414 XLS C 414 XLII Lead Solo Vocals Backing Vocals Choir uw Speech ee Professional Studio Recording Acoustic Guitar ee ee 1 SW Electric Guitar 8 Electric bass guitar Dou
9. ation G 414 e the successor of the famous C 414 B TLII e delivers the unique sonic signature of the highly sought after AKG C 12 e enables lead vocals and solo instruments to be placed even in a dense mix e unrivalled up front sound also in distant miking applications like classical music recording or drum ambience miking Technology Exactly what you expect from AKG Three switchable bass filters and pre attenuation levels The pre attenuation levels are controlled by changes in the polarisation voltage of the capsule _ and permit increases of 6 12 or 18 dB in the maxi State of the art technology and absolute reliability mum sound pressure level for close up recording or for use with high output sources The switch able bass cut filters reduce sonic colouration and the risk of low frequency distortion The slope of the 40 and 80 Hz filters is more than 12 dB per octave and these are especially useful in combat ing wind noise or vibrations from stage floors The 160 Hz filter has a gentler 6 dB per octave slope useful in minimising proximity effect The new C 414 Series combine proven reference quality leading edge technology and state of the art components for an accurate beautifully detai
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11. ind the acoustic advantages of an AKG large diaphragm microphone very familiar Since the mid 1980 s the C 414 has been THE reference microphone of the recording industry and a proven workhorse for the stage w G 414 XL Il The new C 414 XLS and the C 414 XLII offer nine pickup patterns that enable it to choose the perfect setting for every application For live sound applications and fixed installations all controls can be easily disabled for trouble free use and the peak hold LED displays even the shortest overload peaks E w x k New Features For over 60 years leading musicians and engineers have used legendary AKG microphones to capture their sound so that their audience hears every nuance The C 414 family has been one of the world s most widely used and respected studio and stage microphones in audio history With new useful features and even greater ease of use we are able to answer the demands from our ever growing worldwide customer base Everything at a glance with the new two colour LEDs on the front of the microphone important information can be read out at a glance The current setting for both preattenuation and bass filter can be seen at the back Perfect Sound for All XLS JL o0ooeg Play it safe XLS 7 s O 8 Not just for a moment XLS L a
12. led pickup of any voice or any acoustic instrument The solid metal housing and transformerless output stage combine to make the C 414 microphones immune to electrical interference from digital equipment video monitors or from RF from wireless microphones or other communications systems Nine Pickup Patterns The twin diaphragm system gives you a choice of nine different polar patterns omnidirectional wide cardioid cardioid hypercardioid and figure eight The diaphragm is made from a spe cial gold sputtered plastic foil and the gold layer is deposited on the diaphragm only on the outer sides to prevent short circuiting to the back plate if strong blasts of air are applied Elastic capsule suspension Structurally transmitted vibrations that interfere and colour the sound are almost completely eliminated thanks to a new elastic capsule suspension system developed with experts for superior damping and excellent long term stability A comprehensive range of accessories for every application Carrying Case Windscreen opider Suspension Microphone Microphone Measurement Pop Filter Curve Absolutely perfectly matched stereo sets Realistic stereo recordings require microphones with outstanding performance and excellent quality They also requires performance consistency and accurate localisation from the pair of microphones Therefore every factory matched pair of C 214s has been cre
13. ontrols can be easily disabled settings cannot be changed unintentionally Transformerless Output Three switchable pre attenuation levels controlled by the polarisation voltage enable for close up recording or for high output sources up to 158 dB SPL Three switchable bass filters two steep 40 80 Hz filters 12 dB octave reduce wind noise or vibrations from stage floors e One gentle 160 Hz filter 6 dB octave for minimising proximity effect Peak Hold LED overload indication with peak hold function indicates even shortest overload peaks ensures 152 dB dynamic range low impedance Leading edge technology and state of the art components over the entire audio spectrum gold plated shortest possible signal path for maximum performance high impedance 3 pin XLR connector contacts for loss free signal converter stage for extra protection against moisture DC converter for connection extreme low self noise 6 dB only stable noise free operating 14 One Legendary Name Two Legendary Sounds G 414 XLS e maintains the sonic character of the legendary C 414 B ULS the longest lived C 414 model e engineered for the highest linearity and neutral sound e well known as the most universal and versatile large diaphragm micro phone ever e proven reference quality widely used for accurate beautifully detailed pickup of any acoustic instrument e delivers the well known C 414 Sound for any applic
14. technical improvements that lowered self noise and improved sensitivity and headroom made possible by standardising on 48 V phantom power which was becoming standard especially in the U S 1986 C 414 B ULS Introduction of the C 414 B ULS a model that combined several milestones in the development of the C 414 1 ULS technology in its electronic circuitry that achieved maximum signal linearity 2 Ihe C 414 B TL the first transformerless version of the C 414 3 High SPL capability and low noise made the C 414 B ULS the most popular longest lived C 414 model It was in production for 18 years the microphone The integral connector eliminates the need for the cable module so that the micro phone can be easily used with different cables to meet application requirements AKG became the world s first manufacturer of freely vibrating edge terminated one inch diaphragms more than 50 years ago C 414 B TL Il 1993 S op P ra YT m sr TTT X SE S SE X Oy O 1993 G 414 B TL Il The C 414 B TL Il the first sonic alternative to the C 414 B ULS was introduced This microphone was designed to meet customer demands for a microphone with more presence to ist sound Its capsule was developed with the sonic signature of the original capsules used from the 1950s 2004 C 414 B XLS C 414 B XL Il With the introduction of the Next Generation C 414 B XL models AKG sets
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