AKG C414 B - ULS Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Classic - Vintage -
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:786587 | Brand: AKG |
| Connectivity: Wired | Custom Bundle: No |
| Pickup Pattern: Multipatter | Type: Condenser Microphone |
| Microphone Form Factor: Handheld/Stand-Held | Connector(s): XLR 3 Pin |
Included:AKG C414 B-ULS S/N 34743 with all original accessories as shown in photosAKG SA 18/3B Microphone HolderAKG C414 WindscreenAKG Hardshell Carrying CaseAKG H-100 Shock Mount This AKG C414 B-ULS is in mint condition with no visible signs of wear and is in perfect working condition. It was serviced by Richard Land of Land Audio Services in September 2018. It has a brand new AKG capsule installed by Richard Land. The capsule is the heart of the microphone.... (see photo of old capsule - the old capsule is not included in the sale) It has been used only in a smoke-free home studio to record acoustic piano. See www dot akgmicrepair dot com for information about Land Audio Services.
The AKG C414 B ULS is about as versatile as a condenser microphone can be, which is what's made it a studio staple consistently over three decades. With four selectable polar patterns (cardioid, supercardioid, bidirectional, omnidirectional) on the front and three-position switches on the rear for attenuation and bass rolloff, theC414 B ULS is also the last of the 414s to make use of an output transformer.When compared to the more modern iterations of this mic (TLII, XLS, XLII, C214and C314), the ULS has a bit more vibe and character to the sound while retaining that "natural" quality that's made every version of the 414what it is today. The C 414 B-ULS has a well-deserved reputation for flawless performance and uncommon flexibility in the most demanding studio and concert sound applications. The crisp, full-bodied, and naturally open character of the C 414 B-ULS makes it a preferred choice for critical recording or reinforcement of vocals, piano, percussion, and other instruments with delicate transient content. Dual one-inch, gold-sputtered diaphragms coupled to Ultra Linear Series electronics deliver exceptionally flat on-axis response, while advanced capsule design assures uniform off-axis transitions. Four selectable polar patterns precisely tailor response for maximum versatility, and two bass filter settings suppress unwanted low frequency components. Extremely low self-noise and high overload points combine for a remarkably wide 126 dB dynamic range, well in excess of digital media capabilities. The switchable 10 dB or 20 dB internal pre-attenuation pads allow use on instruments producing over 150 dB SPL with THD held to less than 0.5%. A worldwide studio standard in every respect, the C 414B-ULS comes complete with spider suspension, windscreen, and individually tested frequency response curve.
The AKG C414 B ULS is about as versatile as a condenser microphone can be, which is what's made it a studio staple consistently over three decades. With four selectable polar patterns (cardioid, supercardioid, bidirectional, omnidirectional) on the front and three-position switches on the rear for attenuation and bass rolloff, theC414 B ULS is also the last of the 414s to make use of an output transformer.When compared to the more modern iterations of this mic (TLII, XLS, XLII, C214and C314), the ULS has a bit more vibe and character to the sound while retaining that "natural" quality that's made every version of the 414what it is today. The C 414 B-ULS has a well-deserved reputation for flawless performance and uncommon flexibility in the most demanding studio and concert sound applications. The crisp, full-bodied, and naturally open character of the C 414 B-ULS makes it a preferred choice for critical recording or reinforcement of vocals, piano, percussion, and other instruments with delicate transient content. Dual one-inch, gold-sputtered diaphragms coupled to Ultra Linear Series electronics deliver exceptionally flat on-axis response, while advanced capsule design assures uniform off-axis transitions. Four selectable polar patterns precisely tailor response for maximum versatility, and two bass filter settings suppress unwanted low frequency components. Extremely low self-noise and high overload points combine for a remarkably wide 126 dB dynamic range, well in excess of digital media capabilities. The switchable 10 dB or 20 dB internal pre-attenuation pads allow use on instruments producing over 150 dB SPL with THD held to less than 0.5%. A worldwide studio standard in every respect, the C 414B-ULS comes complete with spider suspension, windscreen, and individually tested frequency response curve.
