New Audio-Technica Cardioid Condenser

US The AT5047, latest addition to A-T's 50 Series of microphones, is now shipping 31/07/17

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Audio-Technica is now shipping its new AT5047 Cardioid Condenser Microphone, the most recent addition to A-T's 50 Series (which also includes the AT5040 vocal microphone and AT5045 instrument mic). This is what they have to say about it...

The AT5047 is a premier studio microphone that features the same capsule as the AT5040 but with a transformer-coupled output and optimized electronics. It is equally at home capturing instruments and vocals.

Boasting an exceptionally wide dynamic range – the widest among all Audio-Technica microphones – the AT5047 captures the full, expressive character of a sound source, no matter how loud or how soft. And since it is equipped with a transformer-coupled output, the microphone maintains a constant load output impedance, even when capturing sources at extreme SPL, resulting in a stable relationship between the mic and a mic preamp or console input.

The AT5047 features four rectangular two-micron-thick diaphragms, which function together to provide a combined surface area twice that of a standard one-inch circular diaphragm. Discrete components have been carefully selected and optimized for maximum performance and compatibility with a wide array of microphone preamps and console inputs. Advanced internal shock mounting decouples the capsule from the microphone body, and the included advanced-design AT8480 shock mount provides superior isolation.

With an elegant, durable housing of aluminum and brass, each AT5047 has been hand-assembled and inspected for 100% quality control. A custom hard-shell carrying case with die-cut foam compartments offers protection during storage and transport.

AT5047 specifications:

Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 20 to 20,000 Hz
Open Circuit Sensitivity: -29 dB (35.5 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Impedance: 150 ohms
Maximum Input Sound Level: 148 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
Noise: 6 dB SPL
Dynamic Range (typical): 142 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 88 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Phantom Power Requirements: 48V DC, 2.7 mA typical
Weight: 592 g (20.9 oz)
Dimensions: 165.3 mm (6.51'') long, 57.0 mm (2.24'') maximum body diameter
Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
Accessories Furnished: AT8480 shock mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 3/8" to 5/8" stand adapter; protective carrying case