AUDIO-TECHNICA – AT4050

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.

Ideal for studio use and live sound productions with vocals, piano, strings, drum overheads, guitar amps, and more.


ELEMENTExternally-polarized (DC bias) condenser
POLAR PATTERNSCardioid,
Omnidirectional,
Figure-of-eight
FREQUENCY RESPONSE20-18,000 Hz
LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY-36 dB (15.8 mV), re 1V at 1 Pa
IMPEDANCE100 ohms
MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL149 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.;
159 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
NOISE17 dB
DYNAMIC RANGE (typical)132 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS48V DC, 4.2 mA typical
SWITCHESPolar selection;
Flat, roll-off;
10 dB pad (nominal)
WEIGHT18.0 oz (510 g)
DIMENSIONS7.40" (188.0 mm) long,
2.10" (53.4 mm) maximum body diameter
OUTPUT CONNECTORSIntegral 3-pin XLRM-type
ACCESSORIES FURNISHEDAT8449 shock mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; microphone dust cover; protective carrying case
AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLER1