The AKG C414 XL II is a reference multipattern condenser microphone capturing the sound of the legendary C414 B-XLS with its unique presence peak for an up-front, bright, and detailed sound — the preferred choice of vocalists and broadcasters worldwide. With five selectable polar patterns and legendary AKG audio quality, the C414 XL II has shaped the sound of countless classic recordings.

• Five selectable polar patterns: omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure-8
• Classic C414 B-XLS sound character with presence peak for vocals and broadcast
• 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
• Includes spider shock mount, pop filter, and hard-shell case