Is AKG C214 good for vocals?

Is AKG C214 good for vocals?

And since the C214 shares some of the genetics of the iconic and incredible sounding 414, this would be a great choice on vocals. Especially for pop/hip-hop/R&B, the high-end boost and ‘hyped-ness’ will work really well for getting a modern, in-your-face sound right at the source.

Are AKG microphones any good?

The AKG C214 is one of AKG’s best condenser microphones, offering a great balance between quality and cost. While not the most affordable mic on the market, for a studio microphone under $500, it’s really impressive. I’ve had the pleasure of using one of these on several occasions.

What type of mic is AKG C214?

Large Diaphragm Condenser
Specifications

Brand	AKG
Microphone Type	Large Diaphragm Condenser
Connector	XLR
Phantom Power Required	Yes
Frequency Response	20Hz-20kHz

Is AKG C214?

The C214 bases its design on higher-end microphones from AKG, primarily the C414 family. The C414 range is renowned for its exceptional attention to detail and it’s natural, sparkling sound.

What is AKG C214 good for?

The C214 works well with vocals and speech, piano and organ and acoustic/electric guitars, but not quite as well with electric bass. It’s recommended for recording strings, such as double bass, violin or cello, and it also performs well on drums – particularly for overheads.

What is the AKG C414 used for?

The AKG C414 is a classic large-diaphragm condenser microphone, standard equipment in many recording studios around the world, designed in Austria (yay!). In music production, it is often used to mic acoustic guitars or pianos, but its most common use is to record vocals.

Is AKG P220 worth it?

Sound & quality AKG P220 features a relatively flat response curve and warm sound overall. The lows are definitely rich and responsive, though probably not the cleanest. It seems as though it is lacking midrange and instead a bit exaggerating on lows especially when you attempt to mike vocals up close.

What is AKG C214 used for?

In use. The C214 works well with vocals and speech, piano and organ and acoustic/electric guitars, but not quite as well with electric bass. It’s recommended for recording strings, such as double bass, violin or cello, and it also performs well on drums – particularly for overheads.

What is the AKG C214 used for?

What is a AKG C214?

The AKG C214 Large Diaphragm Microphone is a premium-grade condenser microphone designed for multiple recording applications. The AKG C214 provides an affordable alternative for the high-end C414 family. The microphone utilises a high-end one-inch capsule with an integrated suspension for optimal audio performance.

What kind of MIC does AKG c4000b have?

Hugh Robjohns lends an ear to AKG’s affordable new C4000B, the first dual‑diaphragm, multi‑pattern mic with an electret capsule. AKG have over 50 years of experience in the design and manufacture of high‑quality microphones, the unique large‑diaphragm C4000B being their latest offering.

What kind of microphone does AKG c214 have?

The new C214 large diaphragm, side-fire condenser microphone is very reasonably priced when compared to its competitors. It has just one pickup pattern – cardioid – but it comes complete with a spider suspension mount and a foam windscreen all neatly packaged in a metal carrying case – ideal for taking out on the road.

What’s the difference between AKG solidtube and c4000b?

Apparently the capsule used in the C4000B is a more elaborate, dual‑diaphragm, variant of that used in AKG’s SolidTube (reviewed in SOS January 1998), but with a solid‑state preamplifier in place of the SolidTube’s valve circuitry.

How does the AKG c214 diaphragm system work?

Technically, the C214 uses a 1-inch edge-terminated large diaphragm capsule that delivers a highly detailed, up-front sound – and it can handle an incredible 143dB dynamic range – accurately capturing transient details. It also features an integrated capsule suspension that reduces mechanical noise and resonance, further improving sonic accuracy.