Audio-Technica AT4053B Vocal Instrument Hypercardioid Condenser Microphone Ships Free! This versatile studio performer may be used with confidence in a wide variety of professional miking applications. Featuring direct-coupled balanced outputs for clean signals in high-output conditions, the microphone is totally free of the distortion associated with conventional transformer-coupled outputs. And its fast response to transients contributes to the open, transparent reproduction of even the most difficult-to-capture instruments. The microphone is fully RoHS-compliant ? free from all substances specified in the EU directive on the reduction of hazardous substances (RoHS). Features Specially engineered to meet the most critical acoustic requirements of professional recording, broadcast and sound reinforcement Hypercardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source Direct-coupled, balanced output results in a clean signal even under high-output conditions Transformerless circuitry virtually eliminates low-frequency distortion and provides superior correlation of high-speed transients Switchable 80 Hz hi-pass filter and 10 dB pad Rugged turned-brass microphone housing for enduring dependability State-of-the-art design and manufacturing techniques ensure compliance with A-T?s stringent consistency and reliability standards RoHS-compliant ? free from all substances specified in the EU directive on the reduction of hazardous substances (RoHS) Specifications Microphones Element: Externally polarized (DC bias) capacitor Polar Pattern: Hypercardioid Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz Low Frequency Roll Off: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave Open Circuit Sensitivity: -34 dB (19.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa Maximum Input Sound Level: 145 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.; 155 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal) Noise: 16 dB SPL Dynamic Range: 129 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 78 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa Phantom Power Requirements: 48V DC, 4.8 mA typical Switches: Flat, roll-off; 10 dB pad (nominal) Weight: 127 g (4.5 oz) Dimensions: 155.0 mm (6.10") long, 21.0 mm (0.83") maximum body diameter Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type Optional Interchangeable Elements: AT4049b-EL (omnidirectional); AT4051b-EL (cardioid) Accessories Included: AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; windscreen; protective carrying case Audio-Technica Case Style: S1 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Echotone Music LLC is an experienced E-commerce Audio Musical instrument dealer since 1998. We take pride in selling quality gear for musicians, sound engineers, production companies and broadcast applications. Shipping --Items are well packed and shipped USPS, UPS or Pallet Freight Service. Items purchased on Friday may not ship until Monday or until the projected processing period. We are working hard to get your unit Built ( if needed), processed and shipped. Returns/Refunds- If there is truly a manufacturing defect a return tag will be provided, otherwise customer pays for return shipping costs. Returned items must be sealed/unopened in original, brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as mount marks, plug marks, scratches, scuffs, dings or scrapes, screw mount marks or collateral material damage.. Items must also include all original packaging, manuals, warrantees accessories or your return may be subject to a return handling charge. Refunds or for the Item cost only. If the item was listed as free shipping then the cost of the shipment will be deducted from the units original cost. Gear returned with out all its original packaging, warranty cards and accessories or that shows signs of wear from use, will be subject to an additional service fee. This item is now used and it would be unfair to resell to another customer as new. The following products cannot be returned - Clearance items, Custom Builds, items identified as non-returnable, discontinued items, used or NOS items, electronic software downloads, demo gear, strings, reeds, computers, tubes, earbuds, earplugs, recorders, harmonicas, raw-frame speakers, drumheads, drumsticks, turntable cartridges, fog fluids, clothing/footwear, cleaners, polishes polishing cloths, software/soundware, books, CDs, DVD's, vinyl records, and videos. Happy customers, that's music to our ears!