Audio-Technica AT4080

The AT4080 is a phantom-powered active ribbon microphone that achieves the coveted ribbon sound while solving the fragility and low-output problems of vintage ribbons. Its bidirectional figure-of-eight pattern and warm, natural tone suit guitar cabinets, brass, strings, and vocals. Active electronics give it a strong output level, so it works comfortably with standard preamps rather than demanding a specialized gain stage.

A robust MicroLinear ribbon design stands up to real studio and stage use far better than a classic ribbon. Covering 20 Hz to 18,000 Hz, it runs on 48V phantom power over a 3-pin XLR output. It brings the smooth, rounded character of a ribbon to productions that need durability and level.