Audio-Technica AT4080 Active Ribbon Microphone

You’ll Love the Natural Sound of This Robust Ribbon Mic!

The Audio Technica AT4080 active ribbon microphone gives you the unbeatably smooth, natural sound of a great ribbon mic — plus the kind of rock-solid reliability not always associated with a ribbon! Housed in a classically rugged, “suspension cradled” housing that resembles a side-address condenser microphone, the AT4080 flourishes in both studio and live environments. This mic’s innovative, robust ribbon design makes it worthy of a long-term spot in your mic locker! Optimized for vocals, acoustic instruments, and orchestral frequency ranges, the fully bidirectional AT4080 is a rock-solid active ribbon performer!

• Smooth, warm and natural sound for recording, broadcast, and sound-reinforcement applications
• Audio-Technica ribbon design with 18 patents pending including proprietary MicroLinear ribbon imprint for superior durability
• Innovative dual ribbon construction for increased sensitivity
• Extremely powerful N50 neodymium magnets for high output level
• Ultrafine mesh guards against ribbon damage
• Classic bidirectional (figure-8) 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
• Polar pattern: Figure-8
• Frequency response: 20Hz-18kHz
• Open circuit sensitivity: -39dB (7.9 mV) dB re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 100 ohms
• Max input sound level: 150dB SPL, 1kHz at 1% T.H.D.
• Noise: 22dB SPL
• Dynamic range (typical): Mid – 128dB, 1kHz at Max SPL
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 72dB, 1kHz at 1 Pa
• Weight: 16.7 oz.
• Dimensions: 6.99″ length; 2.10″ maximum body diameter
• Output connectors: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Included accessories: AT8449/SV shock mount for 5/8″-27 threaded stands; microphone dust cover; protective carrying case
• Requires +48V phantom power