Audio-Technica BP4073 9in Line Gradient Long Distance Pickup Microphone
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Description
Audio-Technica BP4073 9in Line Gradient Long Distance Pickup Microphone
The Audio-Technica BP4073 is a compact and lightweight line gradient microphone designed for exceptional performance in broadcasting, film/TV production, and theater sound reinforcement. At just 9.17 inches in length and weighing a mere 3.5 ounces, it adds virtually no heft to the end of a fish pole or the top of a mini camera. This microphone incorporates an innovative Audio-Technica design in its interference tube, providing a narrow acceptance angle that is highly effective for long-distance pickup.
This highly directional microphone boasts low self-noise and operates in compliance with the RoHS directive, meaning it is free from all substances specified in the EU directive on the reduction of hazardous substances. Whether you're capturing sound in challenging environments or need superior audio quality for professional applications, the BP4073 delivers reliable performance.
Key Features
- Designed for use in broadcasting, film/TV production, and theater sound reinforcement applications
- Direct-coupled, balanced output ensures a clean signal even in high-output conditions
- Innovative acoustic design provides the same directivity as microphones up to 50% longer
- Switchable 80 Hz hi-pass filter & 10 dB pad
- Rugged housing made of lightweight structural-grade aluminum alloy
- RoHS-compliant – free from all substances specified in the EU directive on the reduction of hazardous substances (RoHS)
Specifications
- Element: Externally polarized (DC bias) capacitor
- Polar Pattern: Line + gradient
- Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
- Low Frequency Roll-Off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
- Open Circuit Sensitivity: -29 dB (35.5 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
- Impedance: 50 ohms
- Maximum Input Sound Level: 141 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.; 151 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
- Noise: 13 dB SPL
- Dynamic Range (typical): 128 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 81 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
- Phantom Power Requirements: 48V DC, 4.8 mA typical
- Switches: Flat, roll-off; 10 dB pad (nominal)
- Weight: 99 g (3.5 oz)
- Dimensions: 233.0 mm (9.17") long, 21.0 mm (0.83") maximum body diameter
- Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
Package Contents
- AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands
- 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter
- AT8144 windscreen
- Two O-Rings
- Protective carrying case
