MB 4k
Discontinued
Handheld/Stand Cardioid Condenser Microphone

MB 4k

MB 4k
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Overview

MB 4k

A price/performance leader, the MB 4k cardioid condenser microphone is the Midnight Blues® Series’ introductory studio-quality microphone. With a condenser design for studio vocal and instrument applications, the microphone features: battery/phantom operation; rugged all-metal construction; soft-touch finish; extended response for smooth, natural sonic characteristics; corrosion-resistant contacts from gold-plated XLRM-type connector; on/off switch.

Features

  • Introductory studio-quality microphone—the clear price/performance leader
  • Condenser design for studio-quality vocals and instruments
  • Extended response for smooth, natural sonic characteristics
  • Rugged all-metal construction and on/off switch
  • Soft-touch finish for a secure, comfortable grip and reduced mechanical noise
  • Battery/phantom operation for maximum versatility
  • Corrosion-resistant gold-plated XLRM-type connector
  • 5-year warranty
  • Also available as: MB 4k/c with 15' cable

Specifications

Microphones
Element Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Response 80-20,000 Hz
Open Circuit Sensitivity Phantom: -46 dB (5.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa Battery: -48 dB (3.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Maximum Input Sound Level Phantom: 137 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. Battery: 125 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
Dynamic Range Phantom: 113 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL Battery: 101 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 70 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Phantom Power Requirements 11-52V DC, 2 mA typical
Battery Type 1.5V AA/UM3
Battery Current/Life 0.4 mA/1200 hours typical
Switches On/off
Weight 6.4 oz (182 g)
Dimensions 8.10" (205.7 mm) long, 1.64" (41.7 mm) head diameter
Output Connector Integral 3-pin gold-plated XLRM-type
Accessories Included AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; battery; soft protective pouch
Audio-Technica Case Style S8

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