Description
The AKG C314 Matched Pair is a professional multi-pattern condenser microphone set designed to capture vocals, instruments, and studio performances with exceptional clarity and consistency. Its 1-inch dual-diaphragm capsule draws on the heritage of the AKG C414 XLS, while a full 20 Hz–20 kHz frequency range and extremely low self-noise preserve subtle details and dynamics.
With four selectable polar patterns—cardioid, supercardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8—the C314 adapts easily to a wide range of recording applications. Cardioid provides focused pickup, supercardioid can help reduce unwanted spill, omnidirectional captures a more open response, and figure-8 allows controlled pickup from both sides of the microphone.
Each matched pair is selected from thousands of individual microphones using AKG's computer-aided matching process. This delivers highly consistent sensitivity and polar-pattern correlation across the frequency range, making the C314 pair well suited for three-dimensional stereo recording. An overload detection LED, 20 dB attenuation pad, bass-cut filter, and integrated capsule suspension provide additional control for demanding studio and stage environments.
Product Specifications:
Product Type: Large-Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone Matched Pair
Microphone Quantity: 2
Capsule Type: 1-Inch Dual-Diaphragm
Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Supercardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8
Audio Frequency Bandwidth: 20–20,000 Hz
Equivalent Noise Level: 8 dB-A
Sensitivity: 20 mV/Pa
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 86 dB-A
Preattenuation Pad: -20 dB
Bass-Cut Filter: 100 Hz, 12 dB/Octave
Electrical Impedance: 200 Ohms
Recommended Load Impedance: 1,000 Ohms
Audio Output: Balanced XLR
Connector: 3-Pin XLR, Male
Powering Voltage: 44–52 V
Current Consumption: 3 mA
Application: Pro Studio
Primary Instruments: Drums / Percussion
Overload Detection: LED
Capsule Suspension: Integrated
Diaphragm Matching: Computer-Matched