Audio Technica AT2050 Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphones
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.
Features:
- Three switchable polar patterns: omni, cardioid, figure-of-eight
- 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad
- State-of-the-art surface-mount electronics ensure compliance with A-T’s stringent consistency and reliability standards
Specification:
| Element | Externally-polarized (DC bias) condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-of-eight |
| Frequency Response | 20-20,000 Hz |
| Low Frequency Roll-off | 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave |
| Open Circuit Sensitivity | –40 dB (10.0 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 ±4V, 4.7 mA typical |
| Switch(es) | 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 Connector | Integral 3-pin XLRM-type |
| Accessory Included | 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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