Description; Introduction; Package Content; Stereo-Sets - Harman AKG C214 Mode D'emploi

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2 Description

Introduction

2.1 Introduction
Thank you for your decision to buy an AKG product. Please read the user instructions
carefully, before using the unit and keep them in a safe place so that you can refer to
them in the future at any time. We wish you a lot of fun!

Package content

2.2 Package content
• C214
• H85: shock mount
• W214: foam windscreen
• High quality carrying case for microphone and standard accessories
2.2.1 Stereo‑Sets
• 2 x C214
• 2 x SA60: Stand adapter
• 2 x H85: Shock mount
• High quality carrying case for microphone and standard accessories
Check that the package contains all the parts given above. If anything is missing, please
contact your AKG dealer.

Optional accessories

2.3 Optional Accessories
Optional accessories can be found at www.akg.com. Your dealer will be happy to advise
you.
2.4

Brief Description

This large diaphragm condenser microphone has been designed on the basis of feed‑
back from sound engineers who have used the C12, C12 A, C414 EB, C414 B‑ULS,
C414 B‑TL II, and C414 XLII microphones in recording studios around the world for years.
Using hand‑selected state‑of‑the‑art, reliable components as well as advanced manufac‑
turing processes, the C214 meets the highest professional standards and will withstand
severe handling in the recording studio for many years.
The electronic circuitry of the microphone has been redesigned to achieve maximum
dynamic range and a flat frequency response. Low self‑noise and high headroom add up
to a dynamic range of 143 dB (A‑weighted).
The transducer element uses advanced backplate technology and a diaphragm that is
gold‑sputtered on one side only to prevent local shorting to the back electrode even at
extremely high sound pressure levels.
The all‑metal body ensures efficient rejection of RF interference so you can use the
microphone near transmitter stations, along with wireless microphones or other commu‑
nications equipment.
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2.5

Controls

The C214 provides selector switches for the preattenuation pad and bass cut filter.
Preattenuation Pad
Figure 1: Preattenuation Pad
The selector switch on the left‑hand side of the microphone lets you increase the micro‑
phone's headroom by 20 dB for distortion‑free recordings of very loud sound sources or
close to sound sources.
The preattenuation pad prevents the microphone's ouptut level, particularly at low fre‑
quencies, to overload the mixer input.
Bass Cut Filter
Figure 2: Bass Cut Filter
Rumbling or wind noise may cause distortion at very low frequencies. The microphone's
switchable bass cut filter reduces this low‑end distortion.
The filter takes effect under 160 Hz and filters 6 dB/octave. The bass cut also minimizes
the proximity effect that may arise in close‑miking applications (less than 6 inches
(15 cm)).
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Controls
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