Audio-Technica U857QL Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Cardioid Condenser Microphone
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SKU: U857QL
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Description

The Audio-Technica U857QL is a phantom-powered cardioid condenser quick-mount gooseneck with a self-contained power module. It plugs into a panel- or desk-mounted XLRF connector. UniGuard rejects RFI, and an 80 Hz UniSteep filter cuts low-frequency rumble. Capsules are interchangeable.

Specifications

  • Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid (120°)
  • Frequency response: 30-20,000 Hz
  • Low-cut filter: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave UniSteep
  • Open circuit sensitivity: -39 dB (11.2 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
  • Impedance: 250 ohms
  • Maximum SPL: 139 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
  • Dynamic range: 115 dB, 1 kHz at max SPL
  • Signal-to-noise ratio: 70 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
  • Phantom power: 11-52V DC, 2 mA typical
  • Length: 481.0 mm (18.94")
  • Head / base diameter: 12.2 mm (0.48") head, 18.9 mm (0.74") base
  • Weight: 150 g (5.3 oz)
  • Output connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
  • Optional elements: UE-C, UE-H, UE-O, UE-UL

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