AUDIO TECHNICA ATM 450 CONDENSER HYPER-CARDIOID MICROPHONE FOR INSTRUMENTS

One of the new stars of the Artist Series remake, the ATM450 cardioid condenser offers an innovative side-address stick design for endless placement options and minimal obstructions. The microphone is equipped with an integral 80 Hz hi-pass filter that provides easy switching from a flat frequency response to a low-end roll-off. The ATM450 also features a switchable 10 dB pad that lowers the microphone's sensitivity, providing higher SPL capability for flexible use with a wide range of performers and system configurations. The microphone's extended flat frequency response makes it ideal for high SPLs as well as for live and amplified acoustic instruments. Includes a professional isolation clamp to provide secure mounting, versatile positioning and effective dampening of unwanted mechanical noise.

• Unique side-address stick design maximizes placement options with minimal obstructions
• Uncompromising sound quality for overheads, percussion, acoustic guitar, strings and other acoustic instruments
• Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad
• Durable performance for professional applications
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source
• Rugged, all-metal design and construction for years of trouble-free use
• Includes isolation clamp for shock protection, secure mounting and easy positioning

• Element: Fixed-charge back plate permanently polarized condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 40-20,000 Hz
• Low Frequency Roll Off: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: 41 dB (8.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 200 ohms
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 152 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
• Dynamic Range: 127 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 69 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom Power Requiremens: 11-52V DC, 3.5 mA typical
• Weight: 98 g (3.5 oz)
• Dimensions: 126.9 mm (5.00“) long, 21.0 mm (0.83“) diameter
• Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Accessories: AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8“-27 threaded stands; 5/8“-27 to 3/8“-16 threaded adapter; windscreen; soft protective pouch

The super-cardioid e 609 instrument microphone has been specially developed for miking guitar cabs face on and extremely close to the signal source.

Pick-up pattern : Super-cardioid
Frequency response : 40.....15000 Hz
Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz) : 1,5 mV/Pa
Nominal impedance : 350 Ohm
Min. terminating impedance : 1000 Ohm
Dimensions : 55 x 34 x 134 mm
Weight : 140 g

A high performance mini-condenser for sound reinforcement and recording. Great for instruments or drums. The ultra-uniform pickup pattern provides high gain before feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted noise.

Other features include:

• Mew A98D flexible drum mount
• SPL handling to 160dB
• frequency response of 20 to 20,000Hz and included preamplifier
• shock mount and windscreen

The Shure KSM137 is an end-address condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. Designed for studio use, yet rugged enough for live applications, the KSM137 can withstand extremely high sound pressure levels (SPL). Its low self-noise and extended frequency response make it ideal for recording musical instruments.

Features

• A highly consistent cardioid polar pattern
• Ultra-thin, 2.5 micron, 24 karat gold-layered, low mass Mylar? diaphragm for superior transient response
• Class A, discrete, transformerless preamplifier for transparency, extremely fast transient response, no crossover distortion, and minimal harmonic and intermodulation distortion
• Premium electronic components, including gold-plated internal and external connectors
• Subsonic filter eliminates low frequency rumble (less than 17 Hz) caused by mechanical vibration
• Switchable 15 dB pad for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)
• Three-position switchable pad (0 dB, 15 dB, and 25 dB) for handling extremely high sound pressure levels (SPLs)
• Three-position switchable low-frequency filter reduces background noise and counteracts proximity effect

Performance Characteristics

• Extended frequency response
• Low self noise
• Exceptional reproduction of low-frequency sounds
• Can withstand high sound pressure levels (SPL)
• High output level
• No crossover distortion
• Uniform polar response
• Superior common mode rejection and suppression of radio frequency interference

APPLICATIONS

Some typical applications for the KSM137 are listed below. Microphone use, however, is a matter of personal taste. The KSM137 may be used for a variety of applications other than those listed.

• Acoustic instruments -- such as piano, guitar, drums, percussion, strings
• Wind instruments -- brass and woodwind
• Low frequency instruments -- such as double bass, electric bass, kick drum
• Overhead miking -- drums or percussion
• Ensembles -- choral or orchestral
• Room ambiance pick-up -- guitar amplifier or drums

Both the acoustic environment and microphone placement strongly affect the sound obtained from miking a source. You may need to experiment with microphone placement and room treatments to achieve the best overall sound for each application.

Suggested Applications

Acoustic Guitar
Acoustic Bass
Cymbals
Brass/Woodwinds
Orchestra
Ensemble Vocals
Piano
Strings
Room Ambience
Live Recording