The AT4053b from Audio-Technica is a professional-quality shotgun microphone ideal for field or studio use. The mic consists of 2 components, the AT4900b-48 mic body and an AT4053b-EL hypercardioid head capsule. The hypercardioid pickup pattern minimizes off-axis noise, improving the isolation of the desired sound source. Additional interchangeable head capsules with different pickup patterns are available separately.
The mic has a rugged turned-brass housing for exceptional durability. Internal transformerless circuitry greatly reduces distortion and provides excellent correlation of high-speed transients. The direct-coupled balanced output provides a clean signal, even under high-output conditions. Additional features of the mic include a switchable high-pass filter to reduce low frequency noise, and a -10dB pad for picking up loud sound sources. The mic comes complete with a mic stand clip, foam windscreen, and carrying case.
Transducer | Externally Polarized (DC Bias) Capacitor |
Polar Pattern | Hypercardioid |
Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20kHz |
Dynamic Range (Typical) | 129dB |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 78dB |
Maximum Input Sound Level | 145dB 155dB (With Pad) |
Power Requirements | 48V Phantom |
Impedance | 50 Ohms |
Output Connectors | 3-Pin XLR |
Pad | Yes, -10dB, Switchable |
Low Frequency Roll-Off | 80Hz High-Pass Filter, Switchable |
Dimensions (LxDiameter) | 6.1 x 0.83" (155 x 21mm) |
Weight | 4.5 oz (127g) |
Reviews Audio-Technica AT4053b Hypercardioid Condenser Microphone (Import)