AT2050
One of the most versatile studio and live sound microphones from Audio-Technica. There are three polar patterns, switchable between cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-of-eight. Use for vocals, piano, strings, drum overheads, guitar amps, and more.
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AT2050 Multi-Pattern Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
One of the most versatile studio and live sound microphones from Audio-Technica. There are three polar patterns, switchable between cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-of-eight. Use for vocals, piano, strings, drum overheads, guitar amps, and more.
Dual Large Diaphragms
The dual large diaphragms are gold-vapourised and aged to achieve optimum characteristics over years of use.
Pads and Filters
This microphone is equipped with a switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad. This makes it versatile in a number of studio applications which require multiple configurations. Bass roll-off cuts the bass frequencies that the mic picks up. In cardioid use the mic has a "proximity effect," a boosting of the bass when the source is close to the mic. With the high-pass attenuator on, you can get close to the mic and not have that bass buildup. The mic has a built-in preamp circuit and if the sound is too loud it can make that circuit distort. So you'd use the attenuator when you record something like a screaming vocalist, loud brass instruments, or a loud guitar amp.
Features:
- 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.
Specifications:
| Element |
Externally-polarized (DC bias) condenser |
| Polar Patterns |
Cardioid, |
| Frequency Response |
20-20,000Hz |
| Open Circuit Sensitivity |
–42dB (7.9 mV) re 1V at 1Pa |
| Impedance |
120ohms |
| Maximum Input Sound Level |
149dB SPL, 1kHz at 1% T.H.D.; |
| Noise |
18dB SPL |
| Dynamic Range (typical) |
132dB, 1kHz at Max SPL |
| Signal-To-Noise Ratio |
77dB, 1kHz at 1 Pa |
| Phantom Power Requirements |
11-52V DC, 4.7 mA typical |
| Switches |
Polar selection; |
| Weight |
412g |
| Dimensions |
170.0mm (6.69″) long, |
| 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 |
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