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User Manual for AKG C 414 XL II and Apollo Twin DUO Recording Kit

• Product category: Large Diaphragm Condenser AKG
• Brand: AKG
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Product description

• AKG C414 XLII Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
  • Mic Shootout 1: Classic Large Diaphragm Condensers
  The classic C414 XLII Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone from AKG is a staple within the audio industry. Equipped with nine selectable polar patterns, three attenuation levels and three switchable bass-cut filters, the C414 XLII remains one of the most versatile condenser microphone for recording vocals, drums, and acoustic & amplified instruments in the studio or on stage. This microphone closely approximates the sound of the legendary AKG C12. A slight high-frequency rise at 3 kHz and above helps compensate for the natural loss of high frequencies that occurs at a distance, making the C414 XLII an excellent choice for miking vocals & instruments that are positioned far way. The 1" edge-terminated dual-diaphragm transducer combined with the low-noise electronic circuitry provide a wide dynamic range of 134 dB and can handle SPL up to 158 dB, for a neutral and detailed sound. Features include a peak-hold LED to alert you if overload peaks occur, and a Lock Mode so the microphone settings cannot be changed unintentionally. The elastic capsule suspension minimizes structurally-transmitted noise from chassis vibration. The rugged all-metal body ensures efficient rejection of RF interference and makes this microphone well suited to withstand the rigors of studio and stage handling. Built and designed in Austria, the C414 XLII comes with a metal carrying case, a spider-type shockmount, a pop filter, and a foam windscreen.
  • • Dual 1” edge-terminated transducer
    • Nine polar patterns: omnidirectional, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure-8
    • 134 dB dynamic range (up to 158 dB SPL)
    • High-frequency boost at 3 kHZ for distance miking
    • Lock Mode for live operation – all controls can be conveniently disabled
    • Peak-hold LED displays overload peaks
    • All-metal body rejects electrostatic and electromagnetic interference
    • Three switchable bass-cut filters to reduce wind noise and proximity effect (40, 80, & 160 Hz)
    • Three attenuation levels for close-up recording and high-output sources (-6,-12,-18 dB)
    • Elastic capsule suspension minimizes structurally-transmitted noise from chassis vibration
    • Designed and manufactured in Austria
  UPC: 885038025924
• Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII DUO Desktop Interface with Realtime UAD Processing for Mac and Windows
  • Mic Shootout 1: Classic Large Diaphragm Condensers
  The Apollo Twin MKII DUO Desktop Interface with Realtime UAD Processing from Universal Audio is a Thunderbolt audio interface capable of capturing your audio in up to 24-bit/192 kHz with real-time, low-latency UAD plug-in processing. Building upon the success of the original, the Twin MKII offers a ground-up redesign of the A/D and D/A converters, as well as increased dynamic range and ultra-low THD. Other enhancements include improved monitor functionality with Mute, Dim, Mono, and ALT speaker switching, as well as monitor remote controls and a built-in talkback mic for easy communication with talent and/or recording slate cues.
  
  Like the original, the Twin MKII features Universal Audio's Unison technology, which, in conjunction with their UAD plug-ins, is capable of emulating a range of tube and solid-state microphone preamps, including their impedance and gain-stage sweet spots. The interface includes the Realtime Analog Classics UAD plug-in bundle, featuring legacy editions of the LA-2A Classic Audio Leveler, the 1176LN Limiting Amplifier, and Pultec EQP-1A Program Equalizer, plus Softube Amp Room Essentials, and the 610-B Tube Preamp.
  • • Desktop 2x6 Thunderbolt audio interface for Mac and Windows with next-generation 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion
    • UAD-2 DUO Core Processing for tracking through vintage compressors, EQs, tape machines, mic preamps, and guitar amp plug-ins with near-zero latency
    • Unison technology offers stunning models of classic tube and transformer-based preamps, guitar amps, and stompboxes
    • Built-in talkback mic for communication with studio talent and recording slate cues
    • Improved monitor functionality including monitor remote functions and Mono, Mute, DIM, and ALT monitor controls
    • Two premium Unison mic/line preamps
    • Two line outputs
    • Front-panel Hi-Z instrument input
    • Headphone output
    • Two digitally controlled analog monitor outputs for full resolution at all listening levels
    • Up to eight channels of additional digital input via optical TOSLINK connection
    • Includes Realtime Analog Classics UAD plug-in bundle
    • Runs UAD Powered Plug-Ins via VST, RTAS, & AAX 64 in all major DAWs
    • Uncompromising analog design, superior components, and premium build quality
      
  Included in the Realtime Analog Classics Bundle
  • • UA 610-B
    • Marshall Plexi Classic Amplifier
    • Teletronix LA-2A Legacy
    • UA 1176LN Legacy
    • UA 1176SE Legacy
    • Pultec EQP-1A Legacy
    • Pultec Pro Legacy
    • Precision Channel Strip
    • Precision Reflection Engine
    • Precision Delay Modulation
    • Precision Delay Modulation L
    • Raw Distortion
    • Softube Bass Amp Room 8X10
    • RealVerb-Pro
  UPC: 819937002335
• Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR M to XLR F Microphone Cable - 15' (4.6 m), Black
  • Mic Shootout 1: Classic Large Diaphragm Condensers
  The black Kopul Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR M to XLR F Microphone Cable (15') is designed to be an extremely quiet and flexible cable that is ideal for the most demanding live sound and performance applications. The cable is engineered to be durable and to provide protection against EMI, RFI, and static noise. While the cable's color-coding affords the ability to quickly differentiate between multiple connections on stage, it provides a pleasant aesthetic quality at the same time.
  
  Premium Performance 3000 Series cables are made from 24-AWG OFC copper wire that's wrapped with PE insulation and a conductive PVC inner shield. A cotton-yarn inner layer helps reduce electrostatic and microphonic noise. 95% dual-spiral shielding makes the cable resistant to EMI and RFI noise. The Neutrik XX silver connectors provide a high level of connectivity, and all the solder connections are shrink-wrapped for protection.
  • 95% dual-spiral shielding offers protection from EMI and RFI noise
  • Twin conductive PVC inner shielding provides 100% coverage of the core conductor. It helps keep the cable's signal from radiating and affecting nearby cables, and also helps prevent external EMI from penetrating to the cable's core
  • 24-AWG oxygen-free stranded copper inner core provides the best possible conductivity
  • Cotton yarn reduces electrostatic and microphonic noise
  • All solder points shrink-wrapped for protection
  • Neutrik XX silver connectors offer high conductivity
  • Caged type contact and improved ground contact
  UPC: 847628558281
• Apple 1.6' (0.5 m) Thunderbolt Cable (White)
  • Mic Shootout 1: Classic Large Diaphragm Condensers
  The white Apple 1.6' (0.5 m) Thunderbolt Cable lets you connect two Thunderbolt-equipped Mac computers in target disk mode, network two Mac computers with OS X Mavericks, or use your iMac as a display for a MacBook Pro or MacBook Air.
  • Thunderbolt technology supports fast data transfers with two independent channels of 10 Gb/s each. And Thunderbolt 2 technology can bond the two channels for a super fast 20 Gb/s. Use this cable to connect Thunderbolt-enabled devices to the Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 port on your Mac.
  UPC: 888462313483

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• H 85 Universal Shock Mount
• W414X Microphone Windscreen for C414B-XLS and C414B-XL II
• PF80 Universal Pop Filter
• Metal Carrying Case
• Limited 3-Year Warranty

• Universal Audio - Apollo Twin MKII DUO Desktop Interface with Realtime UAD Processing for Mac and Windows

• Kopul - Premium Performance 3000 Series XLR M to XLR F Microphone Cable - 15' (4.6 m), Black

• Apple - 1.6' (0.5 m) Thunderbolt Cable (White)

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Technical parameters

• AKG C414 XLII Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

  Polar Pattern	Cardioid, Figure-8, Hypercardioid, Omnidirectional, Wide-Angle Cardioid
  Pattern Selection	Switched
  Frequency Range	20 Hz to 20 kHz
  Signal to Noise Ratio	88 dB A-Weighted
  Equivalent Noise Level	6 dB A-Weighted
  Maximum SPL	140 dB SPL
  Pad	-6 dB -12 dB -18 dB
  Impedance	200 Ohms
  Load Impedance	2200 Ohms
  Sensitivity	23 mV/Pa
  Low-Cut Filter	@ 40 Hz @ 80 Hz @ 160 Hz
  Dynamic Range	134 dB A-Weighted

  Output Connectors	1 x 3-Pin XLR
  Operating Current Consumption	4.5 mA
  Operating Voltage	48 V
  Operating Temperature	14 to 140°F / -10.00 to 60.00°C
  Length	6.30" / 160 mm
  Weight	10.58 oz / 300 g

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	11.3 x 8.9 x 4.7"

• Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII DUO Desktop Interface with Realtime UAD Processing for Mac and Windows

  Max Sample Rate/Resolution	192 kHz / 24-Bit

  Host Connection	1 x USB Type-C (Thunderbolt 3)
  Analog I/O	2 x Combo XLR / 1/4" TRS Balanced Mic/Line Input 1 x 1/4" (6.3 mm) TS Unbalanced Hi-Z Input 1 x 1/4" (6.3 mm) TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output 2 x 1/4" (6.3 mm) TRS Balanced Line Output 2 x 1/4" (6.3 mm) TRS Balanced Monitor Output
  Phantom Power	+48 V (Selectable on Individual Inputs)
  Digital I/O	1 x TOSLINK / ADAT, S/MUX, S/PDIF Input
  MIDI I/O	None

  Frequency Response

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