With three switchable polar patterns, the large-diaphragm
Audio-Technica AT4050 exhibits a remarkable combination of
qualities: high-SPL capability with transparent and airy
uppers/mids complemented by rich low-end qualities.
Now an established favourite with recording and broadcast
engineers, its dual large diaphragms are gold-vaporized and aged
for consistent, outstanding performance. A precision-machined,
nickel-plated brass acoustic element baffle provides rock-solid
element stability and exceptional sensitivity.
Ideal for studio use and live sound productions with vocals,
piano, strings, drum overheads, guitar amps, and more.
Features:
- Transparent uppers/mids balanced by rich low-end qualities
combine with advanced acoustic engineering for extensive
performance capabilities and highest quality
- Dual- diaphragm capsule design maintains precise polar pattern
definition across the full frequency range of the microphone
- The 2-micron-thick, vapor-deposited gold diaphragms undergo a
five-step aging process so that the optimum characteristics
achieved remain constant over years of use
- Three switchable polar patterns: omni, cardioid, figure-of-
eight
- Transformerless circuitry virtually eliminates low-frequency
distortion and provides superior correlation of high-speed
transients
- State-of-the-art surface-mount electronics ensure compliance
with A-T's stringent consistency and reliability standards
- Switchable 80 Hz hi-pass filter and 10 dB pad
- Includes AT8449 shock mount
Specifications:
- ELEMENT: Externally-polarized (DC bias) condenser
- POLAR PATTERNS: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-of-eight
- FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20-18,000 Hz
- LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
- OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY: -36 dB (15.8 mV), re 1V at 1 Pa
- IMPEDANCE: 100 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
- DYNAMIC RANGE (typical): 132 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
- SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
- PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS: 48V DC, 4.2 mA typical
- SWITCHES: Polar selection; Flat, roll-off; 10 dB pad
(nominal)
- WEIGHT: 18.0 oz (510 g)
- DIMENSIONS: 7.40" (188.0 mm) long, 2.10" (53.4 mm) maximum body
diameter
- OUTPUT CONNECTORS: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
- ACCESSORIES FURNISHED: AT8449 shock mount for 5/8"-27 threaded
stands; microphone dust cover; protective carrying case
