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AKG Large-Diaphragm Condenser Mic and Thunderbolt

User Manual for AKG Large-Diaphragm Condenser Mic and Thunderbolt Audio Interface with Powered Plug-Ins Kit

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• Brand: AKG
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Product description

• AKG C214 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
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  The versatile C214 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone from AKG is designed to record lead vocals, drums, acoustic instruments & guitar amplifiers, in the studio, on stage or in broadcasting situations. Conceived as a cost-effective alternative to the renowned C414 microphone, this microphone uses the same 1" capsule but in a single-diaphragm and cardioid-only configuration. The transducer features Edge-Terminated Back-Plate technology that allows the membrane to vibrate freely, resulting in a wide frequency range and detailed transients, even at high sound-pressure levels. With the additions of a switchable 20 dB pad and a low-cut filter, the C214 is well-suited for close-miking applications. The low-noise electronic circuitry provides high sensitivity and can handle SPL up to 156 dB, adding up to a dynamic range of 143 dB. The C214 is a rugged microphone built to withstand the severities of professional studios or the road. The integrated capsule suspension helps reduce mechanical noise and resonance for a cleaner sound. The die-cast metal body with shock- and scratch-resistant finish features a double-mesh grille which protects the capsule and ensures efficient rejection of RF interference without affecting acoustics. The C214 comes with a metal carrying case, a foam windscreen and a spider-type shockmount.
  • • 1" large diaphragm with Edge-Terminated Back-Plate technology
    • 143 dB dynamic range (up to 156 dB SPL)
    • Switchable 20 dB pad and 160 Hz low-cut filter
    • Integrated capsule suspension to reduce mechanical noise
    • Rugged double-mesh grille for RF immunity but unaffected acoustics
    • Spider-type shockmount, windscreen and metal carrying case included
    • All-metal die-cast body with shock- and scratch-resistant finish
    • Designed, engineered and built in Vienna, Austria
  UPC: 885038021117
• Universal Audio Apollo Twin MKII SOLO Desktop Interface with Realtime UAD Processing for Mac and Windows
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  The Apollo Twin MKII SOLO 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 SOLO 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: 819937002328
• Kopul Studio Elite 4000 Series XLR M to XLR F Microphone Cable - 10' (3.0 m), Black
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  The Kopul Studio Elite 4000 Series XLR M to XLR F Microphone Cable (10') is a studio-quality cable for connecting mics to mixers, preamps, audio interfaces and recorders; or to be used in any other application where XLR connectivity is required. The cable is engineered to be both quiet and durable, and is well-suited for critical recording and broadcast situations.
  
  Studio Elite 4000 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. A 98% braided outer shield makes the cable resistant to EMI and RFI noise. The Neutrix XX silver connectors provide a high level of connectivity, and all the solder connections are shrink-wrapped for protection.
  • 98% braided shield 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.
  • Cast zinc shell and chuck style strain relief.
  UPC: 847628551176

• C214 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
• H 85 Universal Shock Mount
• W214 Foam Windscreen
• Metal Carrying Case
• Limited 3-Year Warranty

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

• Kopul - Studio Elite 4000 Series XLR M to XLR F Microphone Cable - 10' (3.0 m), Black

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Technical parameters

• AKG C214 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

  Diaphragm	1.0" / 25.40 mm
  Polar Pattern	Cardioid
  Frequency Range	20 Hz to 20 kHz
  Signal to Noise Ratio	81 dB A-Weighted
  Equivalent Noise Level	13 dB A-Weighted
  Pad	-20 dB
  Impedance	200 Ohms
  Load Impedance	1000 Ohms
  Sensitivity	20 mV/Pa
  Low-Cut Filter	@ 160 Hz
  Dynamic Range	143 dB A-Weighted

  Output Connectors	1 x 3-Pin XLR
  Operating Current Consumption	2.0 µA
  Operating Voltage	9 to 52 V
  Operating Temperature	14 to 140°F / -10.00 to 60.00°C
  Length	6.30" / 160 mm
  Diameter	2.20" / 56 mm
  Weight	9.88 oz / 280 g

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	11.5 x 10.0 x 4.0"

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  Max Sample Rate/Resolution	192 kHz / 24-Bit

  Host Connection	1 x Thunderbolt (MDP)
  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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