Customer reviews about AKG C414 XLII

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A microphone with a good history

Gilo 891 29.06.2020

Given the well-earned reputation of this microphone, I can add little to what has already has been said. I looked at other mics in the field for vocalists in studio situations. The nine different polar patterns was a significant aspect for me as in due course I will purchase another and use them in a stereo pair formation with a wide a cardioid setting. Given that the manufacturing quality seems to be high suggests the tolerances may be such that two may be used together without being a matched pair.
My C414’s first application as a soloist microphone was in a sea shanty choir where each member of the group did a lead for a song they had chosen. Each member approached the microphone in different ways using a pop filter from the bundle AKG provide. Some sang close; other more distant but whatever the take they all sounded as good one might expect given its long history from the legendary C12 forward.

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Probably the best on the market

Xalyth 25.06.2020

To be honest, I've tried many microphones. I decided to go for a professional ones. This is by far one of, if not, the best microphone I ever tried. And I've tried quite the variety which are well known brands (USB and XLR).
The clarity of the sound is just unbelievable.
The packaging is unreal: Comes in a metal box with the essensials, mount-shock, air pop filter, foam, a small bag for the microphone and the mic itself.
All the options are there for any kind of professional use. It would be an overkill for youtube but I don't regret it. Not one bit.

Only con i'd associate to this Mic is that it is extremely fragile and you have to be really careful with it. Other than that, it's worth every Cent.

It's not cheap but if you ask for perfection, you have to pay for it.

Recommend it to any passionate about Music, youtube or singing.

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Sound good. Beware

Jibu 10.03.2018

Please bear in mind that the new batch of AKG C414 XLII is Made in Hungary and not Austria any more. Do not know, if there is any other difference in the product itself, because I have never used C414 before. Sounds good to my ears, compared to some other brands.

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K

I'm love it

Kupart 17.09.2020

I use it at the vocal (hip hop ) it sounds great, but be careful with the "s". Male voices may seem thin, but this is solved by post-processing

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Great Mic for all types of uses

Sinan Abdel Moati 08.03.2022

simply love it, love the wide range of polar patterns, and its sounds crisp and clear.

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AKG C414 XLII

Devoy 21.04.2020

A classic and versatile mic with the 9 switchable polar patterns. with Iits highly detailed sound, this microphone proves as a great tool to have, whether it's recording any acoustic instrument or vocals (or even foley), it will provide you with a pristine sound with the right acoustics. Highly recommend with the reasonable price and the fact that you can record whatever you need with it

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My New Favourite Mic

GF. Big 03.02.2017

So far, I've tried this mic out on vocals, 12 string guitar, 6 string guitar, and an Irish Bouzouki. The sound is full, clear, with little colourization. If I were to have only one mic, this would be the one.

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Perfect as a workhorse

anxiousjet 02.05.2021

The sound of this mic is amazing and so clean. Doesn't have the same mid presence like a Neumann. Low noise floor which is great. Super versatile. I've used it on drums, guitar, bass with other mics blended in. Always gives a nice sheen. Great first expensive mic. Wouldn't have it any other way.

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Great mic for anything

unLaXo 13.12.2017

This mic is extraordinary in all aspects. Changeable polar characteristic, roll off filter... It sounds great!
In studio the vocals are airy and sweet and full, acoustic guitar is exact, hi-hat controlled.
In live I use it mainly for ambience if IEM is used. Great option!!! Also overheads are suitable.
They are not made in Autria anymore. Made in Hungary. I can not say if there is significant difference due to production country change. Did not use older versions of this mic.

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Studio must have collection

Enoch 22.01.2021

It comes with a good looking hard-case with two tiny lock.
Pop Filter and Shock mount are included.
It got 5 polar patterns and intermediate features.
3-Way bass cut filter and 3 db option for cutting freq and volume.
It is good for recording vocals, piano, guitars, speech.

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