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An excellent pair for drum overheads
I've been using these as my no-comment go-to for drum overheads. Compared to other microphones I've tested they are the most pleasant when it comes to capturing overhead.
I'm currently using them in a spaced setup balanced full R-L Stereo. They provide a very warm sound and it generally tones cymbals down a little bit. The sound is a little "creamier" with these two compared to a small diaphragm pair (Rode NT-5 MP) -- the small diaphragms are a bit more pingy and metal-sounding.
I usually keep my preamp gain at around 10/11 o'clock with these while suspended half a meter above the cymbals and it pours a really powerful signal through -- the gain on these microphones is very good.
The price for these feels like a bargain as they yield very good results sonically and you get a case, spider suspensions, wind shields, stand adapters and regular holders. The carrying case itself is pretty neat and feels well-built and sturdy.
It's a very good alternative to it's bigger brother C414 and for half the price you get a very close quality and sound profile. The C414 are indeed a little bit better but for general purpose recording applications you are in a very good spot with a pair of C214s.
TL;DR -- If you are looking for a pair of large diaphragm mikes that feel and sound premium but are on a budget -- this is the BEST option.
I'm currently using them in a spaced setup balanced full R-L Stereo. They provide a very warm sound and it generally tones cymbals down a little bit. The sound is a little "creamier" with these two compared to a small diaphragm pair (Rode NT-5 MP) -- the small diaphragms are a bit more pingy and metal-sounding.
I usually keep my preamp gain at around 10/11 o'clock with these while suspended half a meter above the cymbals and it pours a really powerful signal through -- the gain on these microphones is very good.
The price for these feels like a bargain as they yield very good results sonically and you get a case, spider suspensions, wind shields, stand adapters and regular holders. The carrying case itself is pretty neat and feels well-built and sturdy.
It's a very good alternative to it's bigger brother C414 and for half the price you get a very close quality and sound profile. The C414 are indeed a little bit better but for general purpose recording applications you are in a very good spot with a pair of C214s.
TL;DR -- If you are looking for a pair of large diaphragm mikes that feel and sound premium but are on a budget -- this is the BEST option.
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AKG C214 ST
Paired microphones, quality workmanship, very nice and warm sound. Usable for a wide range of uses, from vocal recording to instrument recording. The microphone offers significantly more than its price.
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Nice with the odd bump
Great sounding mic's, very clean and natural. Perfect for vocals and make pretty decent drum overheads as well however, I have found it to sometimes be a little off in the low end when tried it on a baby grand and a guitar. Otherwise, it's been a fantastic mic and it now comes out regularly on live sets.
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Great mics
We use these for overheads on the drums and no longer need individual mics on each tom.
These are great sounding mics, just as everyone has already said.
These are great sounding mics, just as everyone has already said.
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J'adore
Je les utilise en tant qu'overhead batterie dans mon home studio (configuration XY). Top son, rendu cymbales excellent!
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A fine alternative to 414s
If you don't need the extras that 414s give you then these are the babies! We use them in the studio and for live ambient and overhead duties. They have the same clarity and clear tone as 414s and for the price will easily outperform the standard C1000 or similar mics with ease.
In the studio they've become staple for stereo acoustic miking. Live they are great ambient mics for orchestral and choral duties as well as overheads, percussion and acoustic jobs.
The kit comes with stereo bar, clips and cradles so nothing else required.
Definitely a worthwhile investment.
In the studio they've become staple for stereo acoustic miking. Live they are great ambient mics for orchestral and choral duties as well as overheads, percussion and acoustic jobs.
The kit comes with stereo bar, clips and cradles so nothing else required.
Definitely a worthwhile investment.
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good
quality price very good
great sound
great sound
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Outstanding
This is a fantastic microphone for high-end clarity, perfect for pop music vocals or any vocal which requires that signature clarity. Very bright microphone - very good for dull playing as it brings out clarity in low intensity playing, but also very versatile if positioned correctly.
Very low self noise, HPF and -20dB pad switch. It's a great looking microphone and they come in a hard case. Excellent shock-mount.
I love these two and can't wait to record drums with them. I'm thinking the Recorderman technique will suit perfectly as it's usually a duller position as top-view XY, or other.
Very low self noise, HPF and -20dB pad switch. It's a great looking microphone and they come in a hard case. Excellent shock-mount.
I love these two and can't wait to record drums with them. I'm thinking the Recorderman technique will suit perfectly as it's usually a duller position as top-view XY, or other.
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Top shelf equivalent budget mics
AKG is known for their top shelf mics. The C214s, sharing the same capsule with the C414s, are probably your best shot at getting great sound on a budget. Used it on drum overheads, vocals, acoustic instruments and guitar amps.
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A very versatile and detailed mic!
This set of microphones I have used for vocals, overheads, cello, sax, acoustic guitar and ALL sound great! They are a true workhorse in my project studio. If I had to find fault with them they can emphasise the top end a bit. Sibilances and string "noise" for instance so don't expect a completely transparent sound. However they can colour the sound in a nice way and are worth every penny for the versatility and sensitivity they provide. A quality product as always from AKG.
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