Audio Technica AT897

Audio Technica AT897
G&G Price: $234
Line + gradient condenser microphone.

Features:

Designed for video production and broadcast (ENG/EFP) audio acquisition
Short length (11") ensures mic stays out of the shot -- even when used with compact digital cameras
Smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality
Provides the narrow acceptance angle desirable for long-distance sound pickup
Excellent sound rejection from the sides and rear of mic
Switchable low-frequency roll-off
Operates on battery or phantom power
Includes: AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; AT8134 windscreen; battery; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; protective carrying case

Specifications:

Element: Condenser
Phantom Power Requirements: 11 - 52V, 2 mA typical
Polar Pattern: Line + Gradient
Battery Type: 1.5V AA/UM3
Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
Battery Current/Life: 0.4 mA/1200 hours typical
Open Circuit Sensitivity: PHANTOM: -40 dB (10.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa BATTERY: -41 dB (8.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Switch: Flat/roll-off
Impedance PHANTOM: 200 ohms BATTERY: 300 ohms
Low Frequency Roll-off 80 Hz, 12 dB per octave
Maximum Input Sound Level: PHANTOM: 129 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. BATTERY: 115 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
Weight: 5.1 oz (145 g)
Signal to Noise Ratio: 77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Output Connector: XLRM-type
Dynamic Range (Typical): PHANTOM: 112 dB, 1 kHz at Max. SPL BATTERY: 98 dB, 1 kHz at Max. SPL

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