AKG C114 Large Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone
Eligibility: Students, Faculty/Staff, Schools
NEW! from AKG, the C114 lets you discover a new chapter in audio brilliance- designed to transform professional sound capture for today's creative innovators. Built on decades of AKG acoustic innovation, the C114 picks up every nuance with precision clarity-whether it's expressive speech, dynamic instruments, or ambient environments.
Crafted for musicians, podcasters, YouTubers, and streamers, its refined design turns solo recordings and interviews into engaging productions. A wide frequency range ensures every niche detail is captured as intended.
The C114 features an edge-terminated capsule, inspired by the same design found in the world-renowned AKG C12 and C414 microphones. The new microphone delivers exceptionally smooth top-end and beautifully balanced midrange.
Integrated cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure of eight polar patterns offer the utmost in capture versatility to excel in every scenario. An optimized, transformerless FET circuit delivers an ultra-low noise floor and expansive dynamic range, providing exceptional performance across all source types.
With a refreshed, modern aesthetic that honors AKG's iconic heritage, the C114 not only sounds outstanding but also makes a striking visual impression on camera. Its intuitive design ensures effortless operation and seamless integration with today's recording technologies, fitting perfectly into any creative workflow.
The C114 microphone body is crafted from 100% recycled PIR metals and alloys, and every component-from packaging to accessories-has been thoughtfully engineered to minimize environmental impact.
Whether you're elevating your current space or building from the ground up, the AKG C114 Large Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone delivers phenomenal performance and ease of operation, setting a new benchmark for professional-grade audio capture.
Highlights:
- Professional Sound Quality: Wide dynamic range and ultra-low noise performance ensure refined audio clarity and definition
- Simplified Operation: The user-friendly design ensures extremely simple setup and ease-of-use - just plug in and start capturing
- Multiple Polar Patterns: Integrated cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure of eight polar patterns offer the utmost in capture versatility whether capturing vocals, instruments, or speech
Specifications:
- Capsule Type: 26mm Dual Diaphragm, true condenser pressure gradient
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure of Eight
- Sensitivity: (cardioid) 13.5mV/Pa (-37.4 dBV)
- Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
- Electrical Impedance: ≤200 ohms
- Recommended load impedance: ≥1000 ohms
- Self-Noise Level: 12dB(A) SPL
- Signal to Noise: 82dB re 1 Pa
- Max SPL for 0.5% THD: 145dB SPL
- Temperature Range: -5 to 50 °C (23 to 122 °F)
- Phantom Powering: 48V +/-4V to IEC 61938
- Current Consumption: ≤5 mA
- Connector: 3-pin XLR (pin 2 hot)
Physical Specifications:
- Length: 158mm
- Width: 47mm
- Height: 35mm
- Net weight: 415g
