The versatile AT2050 provides consistent, superior performance in switchable cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-of-eight polar pattern settings. Its dual large diaphragms are gold-vaporized and aged to achieve optimum characteristics over years of use. Equipped with a switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad, the microphone is ideal for studio and live sound use on vocals, piano, strings, drum overheads, guitar amps, and more.
Features:
- Three switchable polar patterns: omni, cardioid, figure-of-eight
- Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad
- Large diaphragm for smooth, natural sound and low noise
- State-of-the-art surface-mount electronics ensure compliance with A-T’s stringent consistency and reliability standards
- Includes shock mount & protective pouch
Specifications:
- Element: Externally-polarized (dc bias) condenser
- Polar patterns: Cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-of-eight
- Frequency response: 20-20,000 Hz
- Low frequency roll-off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
- Open circuit sensitivity: –42 dB (7.9 mv) re 1V at 1 Pa
- Impedance: 120 ohms
- Maximum input sound level: 149 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.; 159 dB spl, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
- Noise: 17 dB SPL
- Dynamic range (typical): 132 dB, 1 kHz at max SPL
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
- Phantom power requirements: 11-52V DC, 4.7 mA typical
- Switches: Polar selection; flat, roll-off; 10 dB pad (nominal)
- Weight: 412 g (14.5 oz)
- Dimensions: 170.0 mm (6.69") long, 52.0 mm (2.05") maximum body diameter
- Output connectors: Integral 3-pin SLRM-type
- Accessories furnished: AT8458 shock mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch
