🎙️ AKG C214 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone for Pro Audio Recording, Grey Review

The case has a gross dent. The delivery package is fine. This particular one should be listed as a defect. I paid €900 for a new one. I hope the microphone works, otherwise I'll send it back.

I really really really like it. Unfortunately, I want superior sound, so I returned it and bought its older brother: the AKG c414 XLII. What you really need to know is that this is the best option in your budget range. So if you can't afford a $1200 big brother, buy this one.

Versatile and affordable, the C 214 offers the user options and accessories to modify microphone characteristics. It comes with an H 85 shock absorber, a W 214 foam windscreen and a sturdy carrying case. The microphone has a fixed cardioid polar pattern, a 20 dB attenuator and a high-pass filter that cuts bass by 6 dB per octave above 160 Hz. With the eartip in place, the microphone can handle sound pressure levels of up to 156dB - or 20dB less when the eartip is not in place. The AKG C214 is a

If you are looking for a professional quality microphone to add to your collection or if you are looking for your first professional microphone, this is for you. A lot of people ask what mic to buy, what preamp to get, etc. I use this mic with an ART PRO MPA II preamp. Sounds amazing. It's clear, clean and fresh. The MPA II is low noise and works very well with this microphone. Any frequencies you don't like can be cut off during the mixing phase. I am planning to buy another mic pre as I want…

It was hard to figure out how much to spend on a mic for our launch podcast. Everyone says start small, you can always upgrade. Well my friends, I don't want to keep updating. That way you end up spending more. There are other places to save money, but your voice is a podcast. I've been reading reviews for weeks, you know what I found out, the people who write these reviews get a commission if you buy a mic through this link. What made me skeptical about how impartial they are? So I went to…

So let me say upfront that the ONLY reason I gave this 4 stars instead of 5 is because I've been using a (unmodified ) MXL990 came along thinking it would work would be a MASSIVE update. It's not like this. Other than that I really like this mic and if I get another one I don't see myself selling the 214. Just wanted to let everyone know that there are many other improvements that can be made to your signal. chains, so you know the mic is just a small part of it. The highs can be a bit hissy…