Meet the studio condenser that captures every nuance. With three switchable polar patterns, the large-diaphragm Audio-Technica AT4050 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.

Features

• 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

ELEMENTExternally-polarized (DC bias) condenserPOLAR PATTERNSCardioid,
Omnidirectional,
Figure-of-eightFREQUENCY RESPONSE20-18,000 HzLOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF80 Hz, 12 dB/octaveOPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY-36 dB (15.8 mV), re 1V at 1 PaIMPEDANCE100 ohmsMAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL149 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.;
159 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)NOISE17 dBDYNAMIC RANGE (typical)132 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPLSIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 PaPHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS48V DC, 4.2 mA typicalSWITCHESPolar selection;
Flat, roll-off;
10 dB pad (nominal)WEIGHT18.0 oz (510 g)DIMENSIONS7.40" (188.0 mm) long,
2.10" (53.4 mm) maximum body diameterOUTPUT CONNECTORSIntegral 3-pin XLRM-typeACCESSORIES FURNISHEDAT8449a shock mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; microphone dust cover; protective carrying caseAUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLER1