Audio-Technica AT4081 - Bidirectional Active Ribbon Microphone with Clamp

Overview

The AT4081 features a low-profile stick design that maximizes placement options, making it suitable for recording horns, strings, drum overheads, orchestras, guitar cabinets, and more. Its innovative dual ribbon construction increases sensitivity, while extremely powerful N50 rare earth magnets ensure a high output level. The superfine mesh protects the ribbon from damage, and the microphone's high-SPL capability and extended frequency response make it a versatile choice for various recording scenarios. The handmade production process, including ribbon corrugation, imprint, and assembly, ensures high-quality performance. Phantom-powered active electronics provide stable impedance and higher output for maximum compatibility with microphone preamplifiers. The AT4081 is also certified by the METAlliance, ensuring high standards of audio quality and reliability.

Features

• Low-Profile Stick Design: Maximizes placement options for versatile use in various recording and live sound settings.
• Smooth, Warm, and Natural Sound: Tuned specifically for instrument reproduction.
• Innovative Dual Ribbon Construction: Increases sensitivity for detailed audio capture.
• Powerful N50 Rare Earth Magnets: Provide a high output level.
• Superfine Mesh: Guards against ribbon damage.
• High-SPL Capability: Handles high sound pressure levels, suitable for loud sound sources.
• Extended Frequency Response: Ensures natural and detailed audio reproduction.
• Handmade Production: Includes ribbon corrugation, imprint, and assembly for superior quality.
• Phantom-Powered Active Electronics: Provide stable impedance and higher output for maximum compatibility with microphone preamplifiers.
• METAlliance Certified: Ensures high performance and reliability in professional settings.

Specifications

• Element: Ribbon
• Polar Pattern: Figure-of-eight
• Frequency Response: 30 - 18,000 Hz
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: -42 dB (7.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 150 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
• Noise: 25 dB SPL
• Dynamic Range: 125 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 69 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom Power Requirements: 48V DC, 3.0 mA typical
• Weight: 152g
• Dimensions: 155.0 mm (6.10") long, 21.0 mm (0.83") maximum body diameter
• Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Accessories Included: AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; windscreen; protective carrying case