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AT4050 Multi-pattern Condenser Microphone
Meet the studio condenser that captures every nuance. With three switchable polar patterns, the large-diaphragm Audio-Technica AT4050 exhibits a remarkable combination of qualities: high-SPL capability with transparent and airy uppers/mids complemented by rich low-end qualities. Its dual large diaphragms are gold-vaporized and aged for consistent, outstanding performance. A precision-machined, nickel-plated brass acoustic element baffle provides rock-solid element stability and exceptional sensitivity.Check out audio samples and interior views of the AT4050 and other 40 Series side-address condensers
Ideal for studio use and live sound productions with vocals, piano, strings, drum overheads, guitar amps, and more.
Audio-Technicas AT4050. For performance that legends are made of.
- Transparent uppers/mids balanced by rich low-end qualities combine with advanced acoustic engineering for extensive performance capabilities and highest quality
- Dual-diaphragm capsule design maintains precise polar pattern definition across the full frequency range of the microphone
- The 2-micron-thick, vapor-deposited gold diaphragms undergo a five-step aging process so that the optimum characteristics achieved remain constant over years of use
- Three switchable polar patterns: omni, cardioid, figure-of-eight
- Transformerless circuitry virtually eliminates low-frequency distortion and provides superior correlation of high-speed transients
- State-of-the-art surface-mount electronics ensure compliance with A-T's stringent consistency and reliability standards
- Switchable 80 Hz hi-pass filter and 10 dB pad
- Custom shock mount provides superior isolation
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
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| ELEMENT | Externally-polarized (DC bias) condenser |
| POLAR PATTERNS | Cardioid,
Omnidirectional, Figure-of-eight |
| FREQUENCY RESPONSE | 20-18,000 Hz |
| LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF | 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave |
| OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY | -36 dB (15.8 mV), re 1V at 1 Pa |
| IMPEDANCE | 100 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 |
| DYNAMIC RANGE (typical) | 132 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL |
| SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO | 77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa |
| PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS | 48V DC, 4.2 mA typical |
| SWITCHES | Polar selection;
Flat, roll-off; 10 dB pad (nominal) |
| WEIGHT | 18.0 oz (510 g) |
| DIMENSIONS | 7.40" (188.0 mm) long,
2.10" (53.4 mm) maximum body diameter |
| OUTPUT CONNECTORS | Integral 3-pin XLRM-type |
| ACCESSORIES FURNISHED | AT8449 shock mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; microphone dust cover; protective carrying case |
| AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE | R1 |
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AT4050 Multi-pattern Condenser Microphone
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Meet the studio condenser that captures every nuance. With three switchable polar patterns, the large-diaphragm Audio-Technica AT4050 exhibits a remarkable combination of qualities: high-SPL capability with transparent and airy uppers/mids complemented by rich low-end qualities. Its dual large diaphragms are gold-vaporized and aged for consistent, outstanding performance. A precision-machined, nickel-plated brass acoustic element baffle provides rock-solid element stability and exceptional sensitivity.<br/><a href="http://www.audio-technica.com/cms//eb7732ab91615cca/index.html" target="_blank"><b>Check out audio samples and interior views of the AT4050 and other 40 Series side-address condensers</b></a><br/>Ideal for studio use and live sound productions with vocals, piano, strings, drum overheads, guitar amps, and more.<br/>Audio-Technica's AT4050. For performance that legends are made of.<br/>Overall rating
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My go-to microphone.
PostedOctober 27, 2011
from San Francisco
Environment:Studio
Expertise:Expert
How Long:Over a year
Reliability
5
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5
Audio Quality
5
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5
Durability
4
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5
Ease of Use
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5
I have other mics, some much more expensive. In the studio, I always feel obliged to try my other mics, but most often I wind up using a trusty AT4050. I've yet to find a situation where it doesn't perform at least as well as anything else in my locker, particularly for vocals, both male and female. The multipattern capability makes it useful for live stereo recording, too, in pairs -- particularly mid-side stereo. Incredible value -- punches far above its weight class!
Pros Vocals, Strings, Guitar
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A Quality Product and the Best Bang for the Buck
PostedOctober 20, 2011
from Atlanta, GA, USA
Environment:Other
Expertise:Expert
How Long:Up to a year
Reliability
5
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5
Audio Quality
5
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5
Durability
5
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5
Ease of Use
5
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I do classical music location recordings and I have been elated with the results from my 4050s (2). The quality of stereo image and detail is equal to and sometimes surpasses microphones that are twice or three times the cost. These are more than an incredible value they are an invaluable tool for the work I do.
Pros Piano, Vocals, Woodwinds, Strings, Guitar, choirs, orchestras, chamble ensembles
Cons brass
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Desert island mics!
PostedOctober 20, 2011
from Seattle
Environment:Studio
Expertise:Expert
How Long:Over a year
Reliability
5
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5
Audio Quality
5
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5
Durability
4
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5
Ease of Use
4
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I've owned a pair of 4050s for many years and they continue to be used on every session, both along side many more expensive microphones and many times instead of those other mics. They have a neutral character without being "boring" or clinical.
They've been favorites for drum overheads, male vocals, horns/sax, guitar amps and room mics.
Pros Piano, Vocals, Guitar Amp, Brass, Woodwinds, Guitar, Drums
Cons none!
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One of my favorite microphones
PostedAugust 11, 2011
from Massachusetts
Environment:Studio
Expertise:Expert
How Long:Over a year
Reliability
5
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Audio Quality
5
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Durability
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Ease of Use
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I had one of these on loan to me for a couple of months and when it was time to return it, I immediately ordered a new one for the studio. Clean, transparent, no nonsense. I've used it on everything from vocals to guitar amps. One of the most versatile mics in my cabinet. It's ability to capture the nuances of a baritone voice is quite impressive. Get one!
Pros Ambience, Guitar Amp, Brass, Woodwinds, Strings, Guitar, Vocals, Drums
Cons none
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Trying to use the 4050 with a USB cable for my Voice-Over work and it doesn't work. Is it possible to use with my laptop?
Age: 35-44
User Type: Studio
Experience: Pro
5 months, 2 weeks ago
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the at4050 requires phantom power. Does your USB cable provide that?Age: 55-65
User Type: Studio
Experience: Pro
5 months, 2 weeks ago
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Thank you for your inquiry. Most XLR to USB cables do not provide phantom power. You will need to use a USB audio inteface that provides a full 48V of phantom power.Age: 45-54
Experience: Pro
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I would like to understand the 48VDC phantom power requirements for the AT4050.
I assume that pin 1 should be the ground for the 48VDC, but is the + side of the 48V DC pin 3?
Thanks!
Eric
I assume that pin 1 should be the ground for the 48VDC, but is the + side of the 48V DC pin 3?
Thanks!
Eric
Age: 45-54
User Type: Studio
Experience: Novice
4 months, 2 weeks ago
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DC phantom power is transmitted simultaneously on both pin 2 and 3, with the shield (pin 1) being the ground. Since the DC voltage on the ‘hot’ and ‘cold’ pins (2 & 3) is identical, it is seen by equipment as “common mode” noise and rejected, or ignored, by the preamp or mixing board. This wiring also prevents damage to dynamic microphones that don't require phantom power when they're mistakenly hooked up to phantom power. That's assuming everything is wired correctly!If you go to your mixer and put a volt meter on pins 1 & 2, or pins 1 & 3, you will see the 48v DC, but if you meter pins 2 & 3 (the audio signal path) you will see no voltage difference since they are both 48v above ground.
Age: 55-65
User Type: Studio
Experience: Pro
3 months, 1 week ago
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Thank you for your inquiry. Phantom power is DC voltage sent down the microphone cable to power the preamplifier of a condenser mic capsule.A balanced mic cable has three conductors; Pin 1 is ground, Pin 2 is audio positive, and Pin 3 is audio negative. Most microphones produce a positive voltage on Pin 2 when sound pressure is applied to the diaphragm.
Phantom power is 9 - 52VDC applied across Pin 1 and Pin 2 - and at the same time applied across Pin 1 and Pin 3. The term 'phantom power' was assigned because if you take a measurement across the two audio lines - Pin 2 and Pin 3 - you find 0 Volts DC. The voltage does not affect the mic signal.
Age: 45-54
Experience: Pro
4 months, 1 week ago
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Stow, OH
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