
Audio Technica ATM450, Cardioid side-address condenser stick instrument microphone
Descriptions Audio Technica ATM450, Cardioid side-address condenser stick instrument microphone One of the new stars of the Artist Series remake is the Audio Technica ATM450. The cardioid condenser of the Audio Technica ATM450 can offers an innovative side-address stick design for endless placement options and minimal obstructions. The Audio Technica ATM450 microphone is equipped with an integral 80 Hz hi-pass filter that provides an easy switching from a flat frequency to a low-end roll off. Audio Technica ATM450 also has a switchable 10 dB pad that lowers the microphone's sensitivity, providing higher SPL capability for flexible use with a wide range of performers and system configurations. The Audio Technica ATM450 microphone's extended flat frequency response makes it ideal for high SPLs as well as for live and amplified acoustic instruments. In addition, Audio Technica ATM450 includes a professional isolation to give a secure mounting. with versatile positioning and effective dampening of unwanted mechanical noise. POLAR PATTERN FREQUENCY RESPONSE Audio Technica ATM450 Product Features Unique side-address stick design maximizes placement options with minimal obstructions Uncompromising sound quality for overheads, percussion, acoustic guitar, strings and other acoustic instruments Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad Durable performance for professional applications Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source Rugged, all-metal design and construction for years of trouble-free use Includes isolation clamp for shock protection, secure mounting and easy positioning Specifications ELEMENT Fixed-charge back plate permanently polarized condenser POLAR PATTERN Cardioid FREQUENCY RESPONSE 40-20,000 Hz LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY –41 dB (8.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa IMPEDANCE 200 ohms MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL 152 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. DYNAMIC RANGE (typical) 127 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO 69 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS 11-52V DC, 3.5 mA typical SWITCHES Flat, roll-off; 10 dB pad WEIGHT 98 g (3.5 oz) DIMENSIONS 126.9 mm (5.00") long, 21.0 mm (0.83") diameter OUTPUT CONNECTOR Integral 3-pin XLRM-type ACCESSORIES FURNISHED AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; windscreen; soft protective pouch AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE S11