Audio-Technica AT4050 Multi-Pattern Cardioid
Condensor Microphone
“The 4050 is transparent, very musical and exceptionally reliable.
One of my most used tools.” Nathaniel Kunkel, Grammy-Winning
Producer/Engineer
Deemed “the stuff legends are made of” at its introduction, the
Audio-Technica AT4050 exhibits a remarkable combination of high SPL capability
with transparent and airy uppers/mids complemented by rich low-end qualities.
And numerous legendary studio engineers agree that it is the perfect studio
tool for use on vocals, piano, strings, drum overheads, guitar amps, ensembles
– the list goes on and on.
The externally polarized (DC bias) true condenser element of the Audio-Technica
AT4050 utilizes dual, gold-vaporized and aged, large diaphragms to provide consistent,
superior performance in three switchable polar patterns (cardioid, omnidirectional
and figure of-eight). A precision-machined, nickel-plated brass, acoustic element
baffle provides enhanced element stability and optimal sensitivity, ensuring
the capture of every nuance of a performance, every time.
Audio-Technica AT4050 Features: |
Audio-Technica
AT4050 Includes: |
- Transparent uppers/mids balanced by rich low-end qualities combine
with advanced acoustic engineering for extensive performance capabilities
and highest quality.
- Dual-diaphragm capsule design maintains precise polar pattern definition
across the full frequency range of the microphone.
- The 2-micron-thick, vapor-deposited gold diaphragms undergo a five-step
aging process so that the optimum characteristics achieved remain constant
over years of use.
- Three switchable polar patterns: omni, cardioid, figure-of-eight.
- Transformerless circuitry virtually eliminates low-frequency distortion
and provides superior correlation of high-speed transients.
- State-of-the-art surface-mount electronics ensure compliance with
A-T's stringent consistency and reliability standards.
- Switchable 80 Hz hi-pass filter and 10 dB pad.
- Custom shock mount provides superior isolation.
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- 1 x AT8449 Shockmount
- 1 x Dust Cover
- 1 x Protective Carrying Case
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Listen
to the Audio-Technica AT4050:
- Female
Vocals (5.4Mb, wav)
- Male
Vocals (3.43 Mb, wav)
- Acoustic
Guitar (4.12Mb, wav)
Signal path is as follows: Microphone output to Great River
MP-2NV preamp to Pro Tools HD. iZ RADAR 24 used for A-to-D conversion.
NOTE: These are large files. We recommend "right-clicking",
select "save target as" and save to your desktop. Then play
the files from there.
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Audio-Technica AT4050 General
Specifications: |
| Element: |
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Externally-polarized (DC bias) condenser |
| Polar Pattern: |
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Cardioid,
Omnidirectional,
Figure-of-eight |
| Frequency
Response: |
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20-18,000 Hz |
| Low Frequency
Roll-Off: |
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80 Hz, 12 dB/octave |
| Open Circuit
Sensitivity: |
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-36 dB (15.8mV) dB re 1V at 1 Pa |
| Impedance: |
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100 ohms |
| Maximum Input
Sound Level: |
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149 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.;
159 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal) |
| Noise: |
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17 dB SPL |
| Dynamic Range
(Typical): |
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132 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL |
| Dynamic Range: |
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77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa |
| Phantom Power
Requirements: |
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48V DC, 4.2 mA typical |
| Switches: |
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Polar selection;
Flat, roll-off;
10 dB pad (nominal) |
| Weight: |
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18.0 oz (510 g) |
| Dimensions: |
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7.40" (188.0 mm) long,
2.10" (53.4 mm) maximum body diameter |
| Output Connector: |
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Integral 3-pin XLRM-type |
| Accessories
Furnished: |
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AT8449 shock mount for 5/8"-27 threaded
stands; microphone dust cover; protective carrying case |
| Audio-Technica
Case Style: |
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R1 |
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