Studio Vocal Microphone

Audio-Technica’s premier studio vocal microphone, the AT5040 represents a milestone in condenser design, offering remarkably musical high-fidelity performance, with profound realism and depth, presence and purity of sound.

Designed as a first-choice vocal microphone, the AT5040 cardioid condenser features an extremely smooth top end with controlled sibilance. Large-diaphragm characteristics and fast transient response also make it ideal for recording acoustic instruments such as piano, guitar, strings and saxophone.

Four-Part Rectangular Element

The first of our design criteria for the AT5040 was purity of sound. To achieve this, Audio-Technica engineers developed a four-part rectangular element, the pinnacle of our recent breakthroughs in sound-capture technology. Four exquisitely matched ultra-thin diaphragms function together (with outputs proprietarily summed) as Audio-Technica’s largest-ever element, providing combined surface area twice that of a standard one-inch circular diaphragm.

By using four diaphragms in a single capsule, the AT5040 delivers the benefits of an exceptionally large diaphragm--along with an extremely low noise floor--without increased weight, decreased transient response or other drawbacks that typically restrict diaphragm size.

Another key AT5040 design feature is advanced internal shock mounting that effectively decouples the capsule from the microphone body. For additional isolation, each AT5040 is also provided with Audio-Technica’s innovative new AT8480 shock mount.

Includes

• AT5040 cardioid condenser microphone
• AT8480 shock mount
• Custom hard-shell carrying case

Applications

• Studio Vocal Recording
• Studio Acoustic Instruments

Features

• Four Diaphragms is a Single Capsule Design
• Internal Shockmount Decouples the capsule and microphone body
• Remarkable Musical Fidelity
• Purity of Sound
• Large Diaphragm characteristics with fast transient response

Specifications

• Operating Principle:….........................…….Fixed Charge Condenser
• Polar Pattern:……........................................................………Cardiod
• Output Connection:…….................................................…..3 pin XLR
• Frequency Response:…...............................................…….20-20kHz
• Pantom Power Requirements:.......................…48Vdc, 3.8mA typical
• Impedance:……………......................................................….50 ohms
• Dimensions:…….......................…………6.51” Legth x 2.24 Diameter
• Weight:………………...........................................................….20.5 oz
• Sensitivity:………................................................……..-25dB re 1V Pa
• Maximum Input Sound Level…………..142 dB SPL, 1kHz @ 1% THD

The 1700VP is a continuously-variable pattern condenser overhead microphone system with remote polar control and carbon fiber miniature boom. The variable polar pattern with remote control allows the user to precisely adjust the shape of the pick-up pattern for best performance from a remote location. Utilizing a two-conductor shielded cable (max length 2,000 feet) between the microphone head and the pattern-control box, the user can adjust the polar pattern in real time without changing capsules, microphone positions, or inducing noise in the audio chain.

Special attention has been given to the frequency response and sensitivity of the microphone while utilizing the variable-pattern control to precisely alter the shape of the pick-up pattern. The large-diameter, low-noise elements produce a frequency response of 40Hz to 20KHz with a selectable, recessed 80Hz, 12dB/octave high-pass filter that removes unwanted low-frequency energy when engaged. The filter control is conveniently located on the control box. The microphone head is made of commercial grade aluminum, the control box is made of hardened steel, both are powder coated and made in the USA. The microphone head is painted matte black for an unobtrusive yet stylish appearance. The remote polar-pattern control box can be mounted in a single rack unit shelf with optional accessories.

Up to six control boxes can be mounted in one rack unit - Astatic RU1. The polar-pattern dial is positioned for easy adjustment ”on the fly” and can be secured with a single “Flat Style” blank panel when rack mounted. The 1700VP has been designed to resist interference from devices such as cell phones, two-way communication devices and lighting apparatus. Utilizing our RF Resistant Architecture, the 1700VP meets the stringent RF standards set by the European Union (see the specification section for more information).

The 1700VP comes complete with a 56" (142cm) Carbon fiber boom with the exclusive clutch rotation system, 30' (9.1m) of two-conductor shielded cable terminated with a TA3F-type connector and 3-pin XLRM-type connector. Also included with the microphone system is a 3-pin XLRF-type connector on a stainless steel duplex wall plate. The 1700VP is primarily designed for recording and sound reinforcement of choirs, instruments and ambient miking.

The 1700VP can also be used for vocal pick-up in government, institutional and business applications. The optional miniature-boom allows the microphone system to be used on a free-standing microphone post.

The 1700VP microphone system is designed to shorten the list of products an audio designer needs to consider when hanging microphones are specified. The remote variable polar pattern control allows the installer or end user the ability to change polar patterns when installed or from scene to scene. Adjustments to the pick-up pattern can be done ”on the fly“ without costly lifts, ladders and capsules. Choose the 1700VP for your next overhead microphone install.

Includes

• CAD 1700VP Microphone
• Pattern Control Box

Applications

• Choir
• Overheads

Specifications

• Operating Principle:.........Condenser
• Polar Pattern:...............Continously-Variable
• Output Connection:...........TA3F-type connector and 3-pin XLRM-type connector
• Frequency Response:..........40-20,000 Hz
• Phantom Power Requirements:..+48V
• Impedance:...................135 ohms
• Sensitivity:.................-29dBV (35 mV) @ 1Pa

Powerful and articulate, the e300s blows away the competition with strength and precision. The externally-biased large-diaphragm capsule and high-power transformerless electronics deliver the vocal impact you deserve.

Three polar patterns let you balance tone and space.

Additional features include hi-pass filter, attenuator and power switch.

Rechargeable NiMH batteries provide current reserve.

Elastic shock mount and carrying case are included. P48 (48V) phantom power is required.

equitek e300s Specifications

The ultimate kick-drum mic, the Artist Elite AE2500 dual-element instrument microphone features cardioid condenser and dynamic capsules combined in one housing. The dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater; the condenser captures the round tonalities of the shell. Two layers of resistive mesh form multiple densities over the dynamic element’s side-entry ports, exercising precise control over the time at which off-axis signals arrive at the diaphragm. The condenser diaphragm is optimally tensioned and aged for long-term consistency and stability.

Includes

• Audio Technica AE2500 Microphone
• Isolation Clamp
• 16.5' 5-pin to 2 3-pin connectors
• Protective Pouch

Applications

• Kick Drum
• Bass Cabinet

Features

• Revolutionary dual-element design represents a ground-breaking transducer achievement
• Two elements (condenser and dynamic) are enclosed in a single housing
• Dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater while the condenser captures the round tonalities of the shell
• Elements are positioned in a perfect phase relationship, something practically unachievable with two separate microphones
• Robust design for enduring dependability on the road
• Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad on condenser element
• Includes isolation clamp for shock protection, secure mounting and easy positioning
• Includes a 16.5' (5 m) cable (5-pin XLRF to two standard 3-pin XLRM connectors) for separate control over each element

Specifications

• Operating Principle:.........Condenser, Dynamic
• Polar Pattern:...............Cardioid
• Output Connection:...........5-pin XLR
• Frequency Response:..........20-17,000 Hz (Condenser); 30-10,000 Hz (Dynamic)
• Phantom Power Requirements:..11-52VDC (Condenser)
• Impedance:...................100 ohms (Condenser); 600 ohms (Dynamic)
• Dimensions:..................6.5" x 2.17"
• Weight:......................13.8oz
• Sensitivity:.................-51 dB (2.8 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa (condenser); -54 dB (1.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa (dynamic)
• Switch:......................(Condenser Only) High-pass filter; 10 dB pad (nominal)