
Always Listening
Audio-Technica Corporation (株式会社オーディオテクニカ, Kabushiki Kaisha Ōdio Tekunika) (stylized as audio-technica) is a Japanese company that designs and manufactures professional microphones, headphones, turntables, phonographic magnetic cartridges, and other audio equipment.
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- One of the best quality / price ratios in side-address studio condenser microphone technology
- Ideal for "Project / home-studio"
- High sound pressure level and outstanding dynamic range make it a particularly versatile microphone
- Made to measure Ø16mm low-mass diaphragm, providing both wide frequency response and superior transient response
- Cardioid polar pattern improves isolation of desired sound source and a reduction of sound to the side and rear
- Screw fixture and swivel foot ensure secure mounting and facilitate accurate microphone positioning
- With its low operating noise, it is suitable for use with sophisticated recording equipment
- Can be suspended optionally using AT8458
- High quality A/D converter with 16 bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate for superb audio
- Headphone jack with volume control allows you to monitor the microphone signal with no delay
- Mix control allows you to blend your microphone signal and pre-recorded audio
- High-output internal headphone amplifier delivers superior clarity and musical detail as well as more volume overall
- Smooth, extended frequency response ideally suited for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording and voiceover use
- Tripod desk stand with folding legs for secure and easily portable tabletop use
• Limited-edition mic with reflective silver finish
• Condenser microphone with USB output for digital recording
• High-quality AD converter with 16-bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate for superb audio
• Headphone jack with volume control allows you to monitor the microphone signal with no delay
• Mix control allows you to blend your microphone signal and pre-recorded audio
• High-output internal headphone amplifier delivers superior clarity and musical detail as well as more volume overall
• Smooth, extended frequency response ideally suited for streaming, podcasting, home studio recording, and voiceover use
• Includes AT8458a shock mount
Advanced Performance for Creators:
- Studio Quality Sound for Musicians
- Zero Latency Monitoring for Podcasters
- Clear LED Mute Indication for Streamers
- Easy Plug-and-Play Operation for Remote Work
KEY FEATURES
- USB microphone with smooth, extended frequency response is ideally suited for streaming, podcasting, and other content creation
- Directional (cardioid) pickup keeps the focus on your voice or other desired sound source
- Noise reduction switch allows you to select three different levels of noise reduction, or none
- Automatic gain control can be switched on to maintain consistent mic output level
- Headphone jack with high-output amplifier and volume control enables real-time monitoring with excellent sound quality
- Mix control allows the microphone signal to be blended with computer audio
- Soft-touch capacitive mute button lets you quickly and silently mute audio at the microphone
- High-resolution A/D converter with up to 24-bit/192 kHz recording sampling rate provides extremely clear, natural sound reproduction
- Two-state LED indicator ring lights blue when mic is powered on and lights red when it is muted
- Accessories included: custom desk stand, clip-on pop filter, 3/8"-16 to 5/8"-27 threaded adapter, 2.0 m (6.6') USB-C to USB-A cable, USB-A to USB-C adapter
- Cardioid polar pattern improves isolation of desired sound source
- Low self-noise perfectly suited for digital recording equipment
- Ideal for stringed instruments such as violin, cello, acoustic guitar, harp and piano both in the studio and on stage.
- Smooth, extended frequency response with a slight rise in the high-frequency region
- Outstanding performance and rugged construction
- High SPL handling and wide dynamic range
- Switchable 150 Hz 6dB/oct hi-pass filter
- Sturdy steel construction, equally at home in a home studio, rehearsal studio or on stage
- Discreet in size (134mm) yet surprisingly versatile
- Large diaphragm for smooth, natural sound and low noise
- High SPL handling and wide dynamic range provide unmatched versatility
- Custom shock mount provides superior isolation
- Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad
- Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source
- Includes custom shock mount & protective pouch
- Dynamic broadcast microphone with plug-and-play USB functionality is perfect for podcasters, streamers, and other content creators
- Hypercardioid pickup focuses on your voice and minimizes room noises and echo
- Multistage foam mesh windscreen provides superior internal pop protection
- Integrated shock mount tames noise, shock and vibration transmitted through mic stands, booms and mounts
- Built-in headphone jack with high-output amplifier and volume control enables real-time monitoring with excellent sound quality
- Mix control allows the microphone signal to be blended with prerecorded audio
- Silent soft-touch mute button provides convenient, reliable muting at the microphone
- High-resolution AD convertor with 24-Bit/96 kHz sampling rate for extremely clear, natural sound reproduction
- Switchable low-cut filter controls unwanted low-frequency sound
- Two-state LED indicator ring lights blue when mic is powered on and lights red when it is muted
- Professional-grade metal body for lasting durability
- Includes mounting clamp and USB-C to USB-A cable (with USB-A to USB-C adapter)
- High performance and reliability
- Large dual diaphragm capsule for smooth, natural sound and low noise
- Three switchable polar patterns: omni, cardioid, figure-of-eight
- State-of-the-art surface-mount electronics ensure compliance with Audio-Technica's stringent consistency and reliability standards
- Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad
- Very versatile; ideal for voice, percussion, strings, amps, and drum kits
- Robust metal construction with enhanced protection grille for excellent protection of the capsule