What's in the Box
- Audio-Technica AT4050ST Stereo Condenser Microphone
- XLR Cable
- Shock Mount
- Dust Cover
- Protective Case
- Lifetime Warranty
The AT4050ST from Audio-Technica is a studio-grade side-address stereo microphone that offers terrific flexibility for a variety of applications. The mic housing contains independent cardioid and figure-8 condenser elements, which allows the mic to maintain precise pattern definition across a full frequency range. It also allows you to choose between a left-right stereo output or discrete mid-side signal.
The diaphragms are vapor-deposited with 2-micron thick gold, and undergo a 5-step aging process to ensure years of optimal use. Internal transformerless circuitry helps to eliminate low-frequency distortion and provides excellent correlation of high-speed transients. The housing has a symmetrical design that provides an open acoustical environment to minimize internal reflections.
For additional flexibility, the mic has an 80Hz high-pass filter to reduce low-frequency rumble and hum, as well as a 10dB pad switch, which provides extra headroom when recording loud sound sources. The AT4050ST comes complete with a custom shock mount, an extra-long XLR cable, a dust cover, and a protective carrying case. The mic is also certified by the METAlliance.
Transducer: | Externally-Polarized (DC Bias) Condenser |
Polar Pattern: | Cardioid and Figure-8 |
Frequency Response: | 20 Hz to 18 kHz |
Dynamic Range (Typical): | Mid: 134dB (1kHz at Max SPL) Side: 132dB (1kHz at Max SPL) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: | Stereo 90°: 69dB (1kHz at 1Pa) Stereo 127°: 78dB (1kHz at 1Pa) Mid: 79dB (1kHz at 1Pa) Side: 77dB (1kHz at 1 Pa) |
Maximum Input Sound Level: | Mid and Side: 149dB SPL (1kHz at 1% THD) 159dB SPL (With 10dB Pad, Nominal) |
Power Requirements: | 48V Phantom Power, 6.4mA |
Output Impedance: | 50 Ohms |
Output Connectors: | 5-Pin XLR Male |
Pad: | Yes, 10dB |
Low Frequency Roll-Off: | Yes, 80Hz @ 12dB/Oct/td> |
Dimensions (LxDiameter): | 7.6 x 2.1" (193 x 53mm)r |
Weight: | 18.2 oz (517g) |
Packaging Info
Package Weight: | 3.7 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH): | 11.0 x 10.0 x 4.0" |