Audio-Technica AE2500 Dual-Element Cardioid Instrument Microphone

The ultimate kick-drum mic, the Artist Elite AE2500 dual-element instrument microphone features cardioid condenser and dynamic capsules combined in one housing. The dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater; the condenser captures the round tonalities of the shell. Two layers of resistive mesh form multiple densities over the dynamic element’s side-entry ports, exercising precise control over the time at which off-axis signals arrive at the diaphragm. The condenser diaphragm is optimally tensioned and aged for long-term consistency and stability.

Key Features

• Revolutionary dual-element design represents a ground-breaking transducer achievement
• Two elements (condenser and dynamic) are enclosed in a single housing
• Dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater while the condenser captures the round tonalities of the shell
• Elements are positioned in a perfect phase relationship, something practically unachievable with two separate microphones
• Robust design for enduring dependability on the road
• Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad on condenser element
• Includes isolation clamp for shock protection, secure mounting and easy positioning
• Includes a 16.5' (5 m) cable (5-pin XLRF to two standard 3-pin XLRM connectors) for separate control over each element

Technical Specifications

ELEMENTS
Condenser, dynamic
POLAR PATTERN
Cardioid
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
20-17,000 Hz (condenser)
30-10,000 Hz (dynamic)
LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF
80 Hz, 12 dB/octave (condenser)
OPEN CIRCUIt'sENSITIVITY
-51 dB (2.8 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa (condenser)
-54 dB (1.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa (dynamic)
IMPEDANCE
100 ohms (condenser)
600 ohms (dynamic)
MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL
148 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. (condenser);
158 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
DYNAMIC RANGE (typical)
124 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL (condenser)
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO
70 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (condenser)
PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS
11-52V DC, 3 mA typical (condenser)
SWITCHES
(Condenser Only) High-pass filter; 10 dB pad (nominal)
WEIGHT
13.8 oz (390 g)
DIMENSIONS
6.50" (165.0 mm) long, 2.17" (55.0 mm) maximum diameter
OUTPUT CONNECTOR
Integral 5-pin XLRM-type
CABLE
16.5' (5 m) dual shielded, 8-conductor cable, 5-pin XLRF-type connector at microphone, two 3-pin XLRM-type output connectors
ACCESSORIES FURNISHED
AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch
AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE
R8