Audio-Technica AT2050 Multi-pattern Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Description

More versatile due to the three switchable patterns than the AT2035. This top-shelf model features a standard inclusion of a shock mount (The AT8458 shock mount is a $111 value).

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.

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• 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

In the Box
Audio-Technica AT2050 Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone
Shockmount for 5/8″-27 Threaded Stands
5/8″-27 to 3/8″-16 Threaded Adapter
Protective Pouch
Limited 1-Year Warranty

Not in the Box
XLR Microphone Cable (Not Included)
Microphone Stand (Not Included)

Specifications:

• 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
• ACCESSORIES FURNISHED 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