The AKG C414 XLS is a reference multipattern condenser microphone maintaining the sonic character of the legendary C414 B-ULS — the most popular AKG C414 version since 1971. Engineered for highest linearity and neutral sound, the C414 XLS has been the most versatile large-diaphragm microphone for decades, found in virtually every major recording studio worldwide. Five selectable polar patterns, switchable pads, and bass rolloff filters make it the ultimate multi-purpose professional microphone.

• Five selectable polar patterns: omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure-8
• Legendary neutral, linear sound character of the classic C414 B-ULS
• Three switchable attenuation pads: 0, -6, -12, -18 dB
• Three switchable bass rolloff filters for various recording situations
• Self-noise: 6 dB-A — maximum SPL: 158 dB for extremely versatile use
• Includes spider shock mount, pop filter, and hard-shell case