The AKG C414BTLII is a professional condenser microphone that is suitable for broadcasting and studio recordings, and even stage performances. This AKG microphone offers omni, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure eight, and four intermediate pickup patterns that enable you to choose the perfect setting for every application. With a frequency response range of 40 - 18,000 Hz, the AKG C414BTLII effectively covers a wide spectrum of audible frequencies. The Peak Hold LED of this AKG microphone allows you to keep an eye on the overload peaks. This condenser microphone has a max SPL of 158 dB that indicates the loudest sound the microphone can capture without distortion.