Audio-Technica AT4081 Phantom-powered Bidirectional Ribbon Microphone

ITEM #: AT4081 MFG #: AT4081

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AT4081 - Overview

Delivering the warmth and natural sound of a classic ribbon microphone, Audio-Technica's handcrafted AT4081 offers a robust build for long-lasting performance and higher output for maximum compatibility with microphone preamplifiers. With its low-profile stick design, this microphone is a natural for use on a wide range of instruments (horns, strings, drum overheads, orchestras and more) and guitar cabinets in recording studios and live-sound settings.

Equally at home in recording studios and live-sound settings, the microphone features Audio-Technica's innovative MicroLinear™ ribbon imprint, which protects the dual ribbons from lateral flexing and distortion. Utilizing 6 new patents, Audio-Technica's innovative ribbon transducer advances the evolution of ribbon microphone design. Experience the difference.

  • Features:

    • Low-profile stick design maximizes placement options
    • Smooth, warm and natural sound tuned for instrument reproduction
    • Innovative dual ribbon construction for increased sensitivity
    • Extremely powerful N50 rare earth magnets for high output level
    • Superfine mesh guards against ribbon damage
    • High-SPL capability and extended frequency response
    • Handmade production - including ribbon corrugation, imprint and assembly
    • Phantom-powered active electronics provide stable impedance and higher output for maximum compatibility with microphone preamplifiers
    • Certified by the METAlliance (Music Engineering and Technology Alliance)
     
  • Specifications:

    • Element: Ribbon
    • Polar Pattern: Figure-of-eight
    • Frequency Response: 30 - 18,000Hz
    • Open Circuit Sensitivity: -42dB (7.9mV), re 1V @ 1Pa
    • Impedance: 100Ω
    • Maximum Input Sound Level: 150dB SPL, 1kHz @ 1% T.H.D.
    • Noise: 25dB SPL
    • Dynamic Range (typical): 125dB, 1kHz @ Max SPL
    • Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 69dB, 1kHz @ 1Pa
    • Phantom Power Requirements: 48V DC, 3.0mA typical
    • Weight: 5.4oz
    • Dimensions: 6.10" long, 0.83" maximum body diameter
    • Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
    • Audio-Technica Case Style: S13
     
  • Item Includes:

    • AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands
    • 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter
    • Windscreen
    • Protective carrying case
     
  • Warranty:

    • 5 Year Limited End-User
     
  • GTIN:

    4961310106409
     

AT4081 - Required Accessories

    California Residents:
    WARNING:
    Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov