The Audio Technica AT4080 Active Ribbon Microphone is designed to deliver smooth, warm and natural high fidelity sound for professional recording. Featuring classic bidirectional polar pattern, high-SPL capability and extended frequency response, the AT4080 offers reliable performance and higher output.
The Audio Technica AT4080 Active Ribbon Microphone is a phantom-powered bidirectional ribbon mic designed to offer smooth, warm and natural high-fidelity sound for professional recording, broadcast and sound reinforcement. With the groundbreaking AT4080, Audio-Technica achieves the coveted ribbon microphone sound while solving the problems of fragility and low output that have historically plagued ribbon mics. Equally at home in recording studios and live-sound settings, the AT4080 Active Ribbon Microphone features Audio-Technica’s innovative MicroLinear™ ribbon imprint, which protects the dual ribbons from lateral flexing and distortion. Utilizing six new patents*, Audio-Technica’s innovative ribbon transducer advances the evolution of ribbon microphone design. Experience the difference.
Audio Technica AT4080 Active Ribbon Microphone Features
- Smooth, warm and natural high-fidelity sound for professional recording, broadcast and sound reinforcement
- Proprietary MicroLinear™ ribbon imprint for superior durability
- Innovative dual ribbon construction for increased sensitivity
- Extremely powerful N50 rare earth magnets for high output level
- Ultra-fine mesh helps protect against ribbon damage
- Classic bidirectional (figure-of-eight) polar pattern picks up sounds equally from the front and back of the element
- High-SPL capability and extended frequency response
- Extended frequency response for natural audio reproduction
- Acoustic baffle system and extra large output transformer provide natural low-frequency response and extended dynamic range
- Handmade production – including ribbon corrugation, imprint and assembly
- Open acoustical environment of the housing assembly minimizes unwanted internal reflections
- Phantom-powered active electronics provide stable impedance and higher output for maximum compatibility with microphone preamplifiers
- Custom shock mount provides superior isolation
- Certified by the METAlliance (Music Engineering and Technology Alliance)
Audio Technica AT4080 Active Ribbon Microphone Specifications
- Element: Ribbon
- Polar Pattern: Figure-of-Eight
- Frequency Response: 20-18,000 Hz
- Open Circuit Sensitivity: –39 dB (11.2 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
- Impedance: 100 Ohms
- Maximum Input Sound Level: 150 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
- Noise: 22 dB SPL
- Dynamic Range (Typical): 128 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
- Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 72 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
- Phantom Power Requirements: 48V DC, 3.0 mA Typical
- Weight: 474 g (16.7 oz)
- Dimensions: 177.5 mm (6.99") Long, 53.4 mm (2.10") Maximum Body Diameter
- Output Connector: Integral 3-Pin XLRM-Type
- Audio-Technica Case Style: R1
Audio Technica AT4080 Active Ribbon Microphone Includes
- Audio Technica AT4080 Active Ribbon Microphone
- Audio Technica AT8449a/SV Shock Mount for 5/8"-27 Threaded Stands
- Microphone Dust Cover
- Protective Carrying Case
- 5 Year Warranty
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