Audio-Technica AT4053B Hypercardioid Condenser Microphone

Hypercardioid Condenser Mic
End-address hypercardioid condenser microphone
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SKU: AT4053B
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Description

The Audio-Technica AT4053b is a modular hypercardioid condenser (AT4900b-48 body plus AT4053b-EL capsule) for isolating a source in the field or studio. Transformerless electronics, an 80 Hz filter, and a 10 dB pad match the rest of the 40 Series modular set.

Specifications

  • Element: Externally polarized (DC bias) condenser
  • Polar pattern: Hypercardioid
  • Frequency response: 20-20,000 Hz
  • Low-frequency roll-off: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
  • Open-circuit sensitivity: -34 dB (19.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
  • Impedance: 50 ohms
  • Maximum SPL: 145 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.; 155 dB SPL with 10 dB pad
  • Noise: 16 dB SPL
  • Dynamic range: 129 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
  • Signal-to-noise ratio: 78 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
  • Phantom power: 48V DC, 4.8 mA typical
  • Switches: High-pass filter; 10 dB pad
  • Interchangeable capsules: AT4049b-EL (omni), AT4051b-EL (cardioid)
  • Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
  • Dimensions: 155.0 mm (6.10") long, 21.0 mm (0.83") diameter
  • Weight: 127 g (4.5 oz)

In the Box

  • AT4053b microphone (body and hypercardioid capsule)
  • AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands
  • AT8159 windscreen
  • Carrying case