Audio-Technica AT5045 Cardioid Instrument Microphone

Cardioid Instrument Microphone
Cardioid studio condenser instrument microphone, side-address, stick-type with XLRM-type output.
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SKU: AT5045
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Description

The Audio-Technica AT5045 is a side-address cardioid condenser in a stick body, with Audio-Technica's largest single rectangular diaphragm. A floating internal shock mount and transformer-coupled output are built for percussion, drums, acoustic guitar, strings, and other instruments at high SPL.

Specifications

  • Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency response: 20-20,000 Hz
  • Open-circuit sensitivity: -35 dB (17.7 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
  • Impedance: 100 ohms
  • Maximum SPL: 149 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
  • Noise: 8 dB SPL
  • Dynamic range: 141 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
  • Signal-to-noise ratio: 86 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
  • Phantom power: 48V DC, 1.4 mA typical
  • Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
  • Dimensions: 177.0 mm (6.97") long, 25.0 mm (0.98") maximum body diameter
  • Weight: 197 g (7.0 oz)

In the Box

  • AT5045 microphone
  • AT8481 isolation clamp
  • Stand adapter (5/8" to 3/8")
  • AT8165 windscreen
  • Carrying case