AKG C414 XLS Review

Reference Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

12,669 reviews
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AKG
  • For Voice, Instruments, Drums & Cabs
  • Nine Selectable Polar Patterns
  • 1" Capsule Maintains C414 B-ULS Sound
  • Completely Immune to EMI and ESI
  • Highly Reliable in Humid Conditions
  • Switchable Pad at -6, -12, or -18 dB
  • Low-Cut Filter at 40, 80, or 160 Hz
  • Shockmount Inhibits Vibration Noise
  • Windscreen, Pop Filter, and Metal Case
  • Operates on 48V Phantom Power

Introduction

In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 12,669 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the AKG C414 XLS. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.

Ratings Based on Features

These results are a summary of user reviews of the AKG C414 XLS. For example, 93% of 3,381 users who have commented on the Value for money of the AKG C414 XLS have given positive feedback.

93%
Value for money
93% of users are satisfied, based on 3,381 reviews
96%
Sound quality
96% of users are satisfied, based on 3,381 reviews
82%
Quality of material
82% of users are satisfied, based on 1,164 reviews
90%
Sheerness
90% of users are satisfied, based on 1,164 reviews
96%
Versatility
96% of users are satisfied, based on 1,164 reviews
98%
Accuracy
98% of users are satisfied, based on 1,093 reviews
Average Rating (12,669 ratings)
93%
Amazon.com ( 1,164 ratings )
92%
Amazon.co.uk ( 1,124 ratings )
94%
Amazon.it ( 1,123 ratings )
94%
Amazon.nl ( 1,117 ratings )
94%
Amazon.sa ( 1,106 ratings )
94%
Amazon.ae ( 1,106 ratings )
94%
Amazon.de ( 1,094 ratings )
92%
Amazon.fr ( 1,093 ratings )
94%
Amazon.com.au ( 899 ratings )
94%
Amazon.sg ( 899 ratings )
94%
Amazon.es ( 388 ratings )
92%
Amazon.pl ( 302 ratings )
90%
Amazon.ca ( 292 ratings )
92%
Amazon.com.mx ( 288 ratings )
92%
Thomann ( 165 ratings )
98%
Amazon.in ( 82 ratings )
90%
Amazon.com.tr ( 81 ratings )
90%
Amazon.se ( 81 ratings )
90%
Amazon.eg ( 81 ratings )
90%
Amazon.co.jp ( 81 ratings )
90%
B&H Photo Video ( 31 ratings )
90%
Reverb ( 31 ratings )
97%
SweetWater ( 21 ratings )
90%
Musicians Friend ( 8 ratings )
90%
Guitar Center ( 6 ratings )
100%
Amazon.cn ( 5 ratings )
100%
Zzounds ( 1 ratings )
100%
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Highlighted Customer Reviews

Showing 41 to 46 of 46 Reviews

AKG C414 XLS/ST Matched Stereo Pair Review

AKG C414 XLS/ST Matched Stereo Pair

Dec 10, 2019

Reviewed by Michael V. on Reverb

The mics are great! Thanks.

Horrible

AKG C414 B XLS Large Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone Review

AKG C414 B XLS Large Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone

Oct 7, 2020

Reviewed by Djuan C. on Reverb

Mic does not correctly. Back side works fine front of the mic is a dud.

AKG 414

AKG C414 B XLS Large Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone Review

AKG C414 B XLS Large Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone

Sep 23, 2017

Reviewed by Dana S. on Reverb

Great Product !! Great communication!!

AKG C414 B XLS/ST Matched Stereo Pair Review

AKG C414 B XLS/ST Matched Stereo Pair

Jul 6, 2019

Reviewed by Jacob L. on Reverb

414Cs work great!! Thanks!

Not sure

AKG C414 XLS Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Review

AKG C414 XLS Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Aug 10, 2017

Reviewed by John on B&H Photo Video

I hope one day I'll know how to use properly

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$740.45
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AKG C414 XLS/ST Matched Stereo Pair
$2739
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AKG C414 B XLS Large Diaphragm Multipattern Condenser Microphone
$872.08
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$1733.33
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$1279
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AKG C414 XLS Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Review

AKG C414 XLS Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Oct 17, 2010

Reviewed by 8 SKATER on B&H Photo Video

JUST WHAT YOU WOULD EXPECT FROM A COMPANY LIKE AKG. NO HIPE .

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