Audio Technica AT2050 Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

Description

AUDIO TECHNICA AT2050 MULTI-PATTERN CONDENSER MICROPHONE

The versatile AT2050 provides consistent, superior performance in switchable cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-of-eight polar pattern settings. Its dual large diaphragms are gold-vaporized and aged to achieve optimum characteristics over years of use. Equipped with a switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad, the microphone is ideal for studio and live sound use on vocals, piano, strings, drum overheads, guitar amps, and more.

Features

• Three switchable polar patterns: omni, cardioid, figure-of-eight

• Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad

• Large diaphragm for smooth, natural sound and low noise

• State-of-the-art surface-mount electronics ensure compliance with A-T’s stringent consistency and reliability standards

• Includes shock mount & protective pouch

Specification

Element: Externally-polarized (DC bias) condenser
Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-of-Eight
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
Low Frequency Roll Off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
Open Circuit Sensitivity: –42 dB (7.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Impedance: 120 ohms
Maximum Input Sound Level: 
149 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.; 
159 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
Noise: 17 dB SPL
Dynamic Range (typical): 132 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
Signal-to Noise Ratio: 77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V DC, 4.7 mA typical
Switches: Polar selection, Flat, roll-off, 10 dB pad (nominal)
Weight: 412 g (14.5 oz)
Dimensions: 170.0 mm (6.69″) long, 
52.0 mm (2.05″) maximum body diameter
Output Connectors: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
Accesories: AT8458 shock mount for 5/8″-27 threaded stands; 5/8″-27 to 3/8″-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch
AUDIO-TECHNICA Case Style: R5