Audio-Technica AT4050 Multi-Pattern Studio Condenser Microphone

To celebrate Audio-Technicas 50th Anniversary, A-T has introduced a special limited edition AT4050/LE Anniversary Microphone in a silver-colored metallic finish with blue accents. A unique serial number is etched on the surface of each AT4050/LE. The limited edition offering comes with a beautifully crafted wooden carrying case.

With three switchable polar patterns, the large-diaphragm Audio-Technica AT4050/LE exhibits a remarkable combination of qualities: high-SPL capability with transparent and airy uppers/mids complemented by rich low-end qualities. Its dual large diaphragms are gold-vaporized and aged for consistent, outstanding performance. A precision-machined, nickel-plated brass acoustic element baffle provides rock-solid element stability and exceptional sensitivity.

Ideal for studio use and live sound productions with vocals, piano, strings, drum overheads, guitar amps, and more.

Audio-Technicas AT4050/LE. For performance that legends are made of.

Key Features

• Special 50th anniversary edition in silver-colored metallic finish with etched-on serial number and carefully crafted wooden carrying case
• 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

Technical Specs

ELEMENT
Externally-polarized (DC bias) condenser
POLAR PATTERNS
Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-of-eight
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
20-18,000 Hz
LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF
80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY
-36 dB (15.8 mV), re 1V at 1 Pa
IMPEDANCE
100 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
DYNAMIC RANGE (typical)
132 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO
77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS
48V DC, 4.2 mA typical
SWITCHES
Polar selection; Flat, roll-off;
10 dB pad (nominal)
WEIGHT
510 g (18.0 oz)
DIMENSIONS
188.0 mm (7.40") long,
53.4 mm (2.10") maximum body diameter
OUTPUT CONNECTORS
Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
ACCESSORIES FURNISHED
AT8449 shock mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8-27 to 3/8-16 threaded adapter; microphone dust cover; wooden case
AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE
R1