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AKG's C214 condenser mic delivers the legendary sound of their flagship C414 at an affordable price. This premium microphone is designed for detailed recordings of lead vocals, solo instruments and more. With an integrated capsule suspension, the C214 reduces mechanical noise and vibration for accurate, natural tone. Its rugged, all-metal construction, including a dent-resistant grille and scratch-resistant finish, ensures reliability on the road or in the studio.

Capture the Essence of Your Performance

The C214's integrated capsule suspension isolates the mic element to minimize unwanted vibration and handling noise. Combined with a high max SPL of 156dB, ultralow self-noise of 13dB and wide dynamic range, this mic captures all the subtle details and expression in your playing. Dial in your tone with the switchable 20dB pad and 80Hz high-pass filter, ideal for close-miking techniques.

Roadworthy and Eco-Friendly

As rugged as it is resonant, the C214 features a dent-resistant metal grille, scratch-resistant finish and gold-plated XLR connector built to handle the rigors of travel and live performance. It includes an eco-friendly gig bag made of recycled materials to transport your mic sustainably while keeping it safe from the elements.

Legendary Sound at an Affordable Price

Drawing on AKG's decades of experience crafting premium condenser mics, the C214 delivers the renowned sonic character of their C414 XLII at a fraction of the cost. With outstanding dynamic range, ultralow noise and high SPL capability, this mic handles close-miking of high-output instruments as beautifully as it captures subtle nuances of lead vocals and solo acoustic instruments.

AKG C214 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
AKG C214 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
AKG C214 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

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  • AKG's legendary 1" edge-terminated large-diaphragm sound
  • Outstanding dynamic range (up to 156dB SPL, ultralow noise)
  • Roadworthy design
  • Integrated suspension to reduce mechanical noise
  • Switchable 20dB attenuation pad and low-cut switch
  • Rugged, double-mesh grille for high RF immunity but unaffected acoustics
  • All-metal die-cast body with shock- and scratch-resistant finish
  • Spider-type shockmount included
  • Metal carrying case included
  • Designed, engineered and built in Vienna, Austria
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  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency range: 20 to 20,000Hz
  • Sensitivity: 20 mV/Pa (-34 dBV)
  • Max. SPL: 136/156dB SPL (0/-20dB) (for 0.5% THD)
  • Equivalent noise level: 13dB-A to IEC 60268-4 (A-weighted)
  • Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted): 81dB
  • Preattenuation pad: 0/-20dB (switchable)
  • Bass cut filter slope: 160Hz, 6dB/Octave, switchable
  • Impedance: <=200 ohms
  • Recommended load impedance: >=1,000 ohms
  • Supply voltage: 12 to 52 V Phantom power to IEC 61938
  • Current consumption: < 2 mA
  • Dynamic range: 123/143 dB (0/-20 dB) (A-weighted)
  • Connector: IEC standard 3-pin XLR
  • Finish matte: grayish blue
  • Dimensions: 160 x 55 mm (6.3" x 2.2")
  • Net weight: 280 g (0.62 lb.)
  • Shipping weight: 1450 g (3.22 lb.)
  • Patent(s): Electrostatic transducer (Patent no. AT 395.225, DE 4.103.784, JP 2.815.488)

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AKG Acoustics, U.S. Limited Warranty

Amended July 19, 2005

AKG Acoustics warrants AKG products against defects in material or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of original purchase, and agrees to repair or, at our option replace any defective unit without charge for either parts or labor. AKG grants a three-year warranty covering selected products (C 12 VR, C 414 B-ULS, C 414 B-TLII, C 414 B-XLS, C 414 B-XLII, C 426 B, C 451 B, C 480 B, C 391 B, C 1000 B, C 2000 S, C 3000 B, C 4000 B, C 4500 B, SolidTube) against defects in material and workmanship.

Warranty is valid for AKG products purchased and delivered within the United States for the original purchaser only. The purchaser's Bill of Sale will serve as proof of sale and warranty validity in the U.S. Shipment of defective items to AKG for repair will be at the customer's own risk and expense. AKG will assume the return shipping cost for all items repaired under warranty.

IMPORTANT: This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, misuse or abuse, lack of reasonable care, the affixing of any attachment not provided with the product, loss of parts, or connecting the product to any receptacle other than specified.

This warranty is void unless AKG Acoustics, U.S.'s service center performs the repair. No responsibility is assumed for any special, incidental or consequential damages caused by the consumer. However, the limitation of any right or remedy shall not be effective where law prohibits such.

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4.37

19 Reviews

91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Pro sound that won't break your bank!

I find it hard to trust reviews because everyone almost always loves their product. But when it comes to the C214, it deserves 5 stars. Upgrading from the Perception 220, which I wasn't really happy with, there is a night and day difference. This mic is so much more crisp on vocals and hardly needs any EQ. I've found a LPF rolloff and slight boost in the highs is all this really needed for me. If you are on a low to mid budget, this is a great choice. I was finally able to capture that professional sounding vocal that I just could not get with my 220.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Didn't live up to the hype

I bought one of these mics on the recommendation of the sales assistant and having read a lot of positive reviews. My first impression using the mic was that it gave a really lush warm sound to vocals. It has the usual proximity effect so I recorded the vocals at a safe distance of 12-18". At this distance the mic was still overly emphasizing silences which was a bit of a concern. The real problems started when I tried to mix the vocals in to the rest of the track. I had to do some heavy EQing to get the vocals to sit in the mix without sounding too muddy. And then if I tried adding any kind of effects, even the subtlest of reverbs for example, then the vocal ended up muddy again. Overall then, despite many people raving about this mic, for me it was not a winner. I auditioned a couple of other mics and eventually settled on the TLM102. It's not pretty, but it is fairly accurate, requires little EQ to make it sound natural, sits well in the mix, and happily lets me add effects without losing clarity. Your mileage may vary.

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Best Uses
  1. Home Studio8
  2. Professional Recording6
  3. Amateur Recording5
  4. Performances2
Cons
  1. Limited Functions3
  2. Bulky/Heavy1
  3. Poor Sound Quality1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced5
  2. Professional Musician5
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Good Audio9
  2. Easy To Use8
  3. Compact6
  4. Versatile6
  5. Durable4

Reviewed by 19 customers

  • Pristine sound

    5

    submitted21 days ago

    byAnnie

    fromSan Jose CA

    Love this mic for acoustic tabla (hand drum). It has depth for the lows and captures the crisp highs too. Would recommend

  • Dis mic 🤷‍♂️ nuh much 2 say

    4

    submitteda year ago

    byPola v 🐻‍❄

    fromAmarillo tx

    I'm not gonna lie I didn't like it at first. It was a little baffle real flat. It took me. Some EQ but I got it right. Sounds great.

  • This is my favorite mic!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byRon

    fromWallis, TX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    At first, I resisted due to the price. Then after I got it, it took some getting used to (almost gave up on it!). But now, I don't know what I did before I got it! Getting so many compliments, clarity, tonality, professional sound!

  • Excellent Mic

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    bySkylar

    fromPensacola, FL

    I upgraded to this from a Rode NT1a. Much better frequency response for male/tenor vox + the option to cut low frequencies is incredible. Perfect for home studio use.

  • Great sound at a good price point

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    byTafari S

    fromDenver, CO

    This is a great sounding mic. It has a quality build and comes in at a great price point. We have a couple of these in our studio and it has become a go to mic for solid recordings.

  • I will always remember this product.

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byqbStudio

    fromArlington, TX

    Just like any other mic ... When AKG C214 is solo, its sound has its own nuance - some people like it and others don't like it. But when mixed with music, the sound of AKG C214 is perfect. As a music producer, I am very interested in this. I think AKG has done a lot of research to create such a great product.

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  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byAnand

    fromNew Jersey

    Hi, I am looking for a good microphone for vocals for home studio. I use Presonus i2 Audiobox. The one choice I have narrowed down to is AKG C214. However, I am not sure if this is the best suited for my purpose or is there another microphone in the same price range that is better. Regards, Anand.

    Hi, I am looking for a good microphone for vocals for home studio. I use Presonus i2 Audiobox. The one choice I have narrowed down to is AKG C214. However, I am not sure if this is the best suited for my purpose or is there another microphone in the same price range that is better. Regards, Anand.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This is a great choice. AKG is one of the best.