These are all condenser designs, for use on video cameras or hand-held or boom-mounted for use in the field or on location for video production or broadcast audio acquisition. Battery -powered models are included as well as phantom-powered only, or battery and phantom powered types.
BP28
BP28 is a large-diaphragm, directional condenser shotgun microphone measuring 35.5cm in length and designed for use in broadcast, film, television, outdoor recording and theatre applications. A 'very low' noise level of 8dB along with a transformer-coupled output combine to convey a 'smooth sonic character' suited for long-distance sound recording. Frequency response: 20Hz-19kHz. Maximum input: 143dB SPB, 1kHz at 1% THD; 153dB SPL, with Pad employed. Noise: 8dB SLP, A-weighted. Dynamic range: 135dB, 1kHz at maximum SPL. Signal to noise ratio: 86dB, 1kHz at 1Pa, A-weighted. Phantom power: 11-52V DC, 3.4mA. Dimensions (L x Diam): 354.9 x 28mm. Weight: 223g
This shotgun microphone has the same features as BP28, however it is longer with a length of 56.8cm. The additional length aids a reduced noise level of 3dB. Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz. Maximum input: 138dB SPB, 1kHz at 1% THD; 148dB SPL, with Pad employed. Noise: 3dB SLP, A-weighted. Dynamic range: 135dB, 1kHz at maximum SPL. Signal to noise ratio: 91dB, 1kHz at 1Pa, A-weighted. Phantom power: 11-52V DC, 3.4mA. Dimensions (L x Diam): 567.9 x 28mm. Weight: 313g.
Included accessories: AT8169 windscreen, AT8470 holder, 5/8 inch to 3/8 inch threaded adapter, carry case.
Designed for 'video production and broadcast (ENG/EFP) audio acquisition', this is the shortest Audio-Technica shotgun microphone. A line plus gradient, condenser design, it 'mounts conveniently on a DV camcorder without adding noticeable heft', and is suitable for use with compact digital cameras. It has 'smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality and excellent off-axis rejection of sound arriving from the sides and rear'. The response is tailored to minimise camera and handling noise . The output is balanced, with a 3-pin male XLR. Impedance: 100 ohms. Requires 11-52V DC phantom power. Supplied without a cable. Maximum input: 127dB SPL. Response: 90Hz-20kHz. Sensitivity: 31.6 mV/Pa. Dynamic range: 107dB at maximum SPL. Dimensions: 175mm long, 21mm diameter. Weight: 80g.
Included accessories: AT8405A stand clamp for 5/8 inch thread, 5/8 inch to 3/8 inch threaded adapter, windscreen, soft protective pouch.
This is a line plus gradient condenser design which operates on battery or phantom power and is designed for 'field audio acquisition in film/TV/video production, professional recording, wildlife recording and broadcast applications'. It mounts conveniently on a DV camcorder, and remains out of the frame even with compact digital cameras. This short shotgun offers 'outstanding long-distance audio pickup due to the narrow acceptance angle of line plus gradient design. A recessed switch introduces a low- frequency roll-off, 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave. It uses a single 1.5V AA cell, 1200 hours alkaline, or 11-52V DC phantom power. Output: balanced, 3-pin XLR male. Supplied without a cable. Impedance: 200/300 ohms, phantom/battery powering. Maximum input: 129dB/115dB, phantom/battery powering. Response: 20Hz-20kHz, sensitivity 10mV/8.9 mV, phantom/battery. Dynamic range: 112dB/98dB, phantom/battery, at maximum SPL. Dimensions: 279mm long, 21mm diameter. Weight: 145g.
Included accessories: AT8134 windscreen, AT8405A stand clamp for 5/8 inch thread, 5/8 inch to 3/8 inch threaded adapter, battery, protective carrying case.
Similar to the AT897 but longer at 369mm and thus more directional, the length of the AT8035, a line plus gradient, condenser design, is 'well-suited for ENG, outdoor recording and other specialized uses'. Designed for' video production and broadcast (ENG/EFP) audio acquisition', it is suited for both boom and handheld use, providing the narrow acceptance angle desirable for long-distance sound pick-up, with 'excellent sound rejection from the sides and rear'. A switch introduces a low- frequency roll-off, 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave. It uses a single 1.5V AA cell, 1200 hours alkaline, or 11-52V DC phantom power. Output: balanced, 3-pin XLR male. Supplied without a cable. Impedance: 250/300 ohms, phantom/battery powering. Maximum input: 132dB/120dB, phantom/battery powering. Response: 40Hz-20kHz, sensitivity 12.5mV/11.2mV, phantom/battery. Dynamic range: 110dB/98dB, phantom/battery, at maximum SPL. Dimensions: 369mm long, 21mm diameter. Weight: 170g.
Included accessories: AT8132 windscreen, AT8405A stand clamp for 5/8 inch thread, 5/8 inch to 3/8 inch threaded adapter, battery, protective carrying case.
Designed for 'video production and broadcast (ENG/EFP) audio acquisition', the AT8015 is very similar to the AT8035, but longer at 460mm, and thus more directional. A switch introduces a low- frequency roll-off, 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave. The roll-off position reduces the pickup of low-frequency ambient noise such as traffic, air-handling systems, room reverberation and mechanically coupled vibrations. Again a line plus gradient, condenser design, it uses a single 1.5V AA cell, 1200 hours alkaline, or 11-52V DC phantom power. Output: balanced, 3-pin XLR male. Supplied without a cable. Impedance: 250/300 ohms, phantom/battery powering. Maximum input: 132dB/120dB, phantom/battery powering. Response: 40Hz-20kHz, sensitivity 12.5mV/11.2mV, phantom/battery. Dynamic range: 110dB/98dB, phantom/battery, at maximum SPL. Dimensions: 460mm long, 21mm diameter. Weight: 195g.
Included accessories: AT8135 windscreen, AT8405A stand clamp for 5/8 inch thread, 5/8 inch to 3/8 inch threaded adapter, battery, protective carrying case.
Other Models
All microphones in the Audio-Technica range are available from Canford. Those not listed are generally available in short delivery times to special order, please contact Sales.