The AKG C114 is a large diaphragm multi-pattern condenser microphone designed for professional studio recording, podcasting, streaming, broadcasting, and instrument capture. Built around AKG’s acoustic heritage, the C114 features an edge-terminated dual-diaphragm capsule inspired by the legendary C12 and C414 microphones, delivering smooth highs, balanced mids, and detailed sound reproduction.
Its transformerless FET circuitry provides low self-noise, wide dynamic range, and high SPL handling for versatile recording applications. Multiple polar patterns allow the microphone to adapt easily to vocals, instruments, room ambience, interviews, and stereo recording techniques.
Features
• Large diaphragm true condenser microphone with multi-pattern operation
• Edge-terminated dual-diaphragm capsule inspired by AKG C12 and C414 designs
• Selectable cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-eight polar patterns
• Transformerless FET circuit for low noise and high dynamic range
• Smooth top-end response with balanced midrange reproduction
• High SPL handling suitable for vocals and loud instruments
• Modern AKG industrial design optimized for studio and on-camera use
• Designed for musicians, podcasters, streamers, broadcasters, and content creators
• Built using 100% recycled PIR metals and alloys
Specifications
• Product: AKG C114
• Microphone Type: Large diaphragm multi-pattern condenser microphone
• Capsule Type: 26 mm dual diaphragm true condenser pressure gradient
• Polar Patterns: Cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-eight
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Sensitivity: 13.5 mV/Pa (-37.4 dBV)
• Electrical Impedance: ≤200 ohms
• Recommended Load Impedance: ≥1000 ohms
• Self-Noise Level: 12 dB(A) SPL
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 82 dB re 1 Pa
• Maximum SPL: 145 dB SPL (0.5% THD)
• Phantom Power Requirement: 48V ±4V (IEC 61938)
• Current Consumption: ≤5 mA
• Connector: 3-pin XLR (pin 2 hot)
• Dimensions: 158 × 47 × 35 mm
• Weight: 415 g
• Operating Temperature: -5 °C to 50 °C
Included
• AKG C114 multi-pattern condenser microphone
• H84 shock mount