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The Definitive AKG C414 XLII Review<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
The legendary sounding microphone combining astounding sound quality with incredible versatility<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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Reviewed by:<\/strong> Paul Narang
Latest update:<\/strong> October 2023
Current price: <\/strong>Around $900<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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AKG C414 XLII Review<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Pros:<\/strong><\/td>Cons:<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Astounding sound quality
Choice of nine polar patterns
Excellent build quality
Switchable sensitivity and low-end roll off<\/td>		A bit pricey
Plastic shock-mount
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AKG C414 XLII Review<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The AKG C414 XLII is a highly regarded condenser microphone with huge versatility. The construction quality and wide range of features make it the go to<\/em> choice for a wide range of recording scenarios, both on stage and in the studio. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is it?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

The AKG C414 XLII is a high-end studio condenser microphone with a large diaphragm. It’s an update to the original C414 design, with a slightly brighter tone, suiting most of today\u2019s popular music styles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s remarkably compact for such a full featured large diaphragm condenser, and takes pride of place in most high-profile studios throughout the world. The AKG C414 XLII is commonly used for recording lead vocals, but it’ also excels at recording a variety of instruments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The C414 XLII has a host of switchable options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n