Audio-Technica AT5040 Studio Vocal Microphone (Import)
The
AT5040 Studio Vocal Microphone by
Audio-Technica marks the debut of their flagship 50 Series of microphones. In addition to vocals, its fast transient response make it ideal for acoustic instruments. Each AT5040 is hand-assembled and individually inspected to ensure the finest quality audio capture.
The AT5040 employs a four-part rectangular element to provide purity of sound. Each of the four parts function together and get proprietarily summed to output. This provides a surface area twice the size of a standard one-inch circular diaphragm. Additionally, the AT5040 features an advanced internal shockmounting system, effectively decoupling the capsule from the housing for vibration-free performance.
The Audio-Technica AT5040's frequency response chart reflects the company's claim of an "extremely smooth top end with controlled sibilance." A dip of approximately 3dB occurs between 4.5kHz and 8.5kHz, a prime "s" location. The microphone's reactivity slowly tapers after the 10kHz mark. An approximate 2 to 3dB boost in response below 80Hz could create a pleasant promiximity effect on a male vocalist, then rolled off to taste in mixing.
Element Type | Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Frequency Response | 20 to 20,000 Hz |
Open Circuit Sensitivity | -25 dB (56.2 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa |
Impedance | 50Ω |
Maximum Input Level | 142 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. |
Noise | 5 dB SPL (typical, A-weighted) |
Dynamic Range (Typical) | 137 dB, 1 kHz at max SPL |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 89 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa |
Phantom Power Requirements | 48V DC, 3.8 mA typical |
Output Connector | Integral 3-pin XLRM-type |
Case Form Factor | Audio-Technica R10 |
Dimensions (Ø x L) | 2.24 x 6.51" (57 x 165.3 mm) |
Weight | 20.5 oz (582 g) |
Audio-Technica AT5040 Studio Vocal Microphone
- AT8480 Shockmount for 5/8"-27 Threaded Stands
- Protective Carrying Case
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