Audio-Technica U853RW

The white-finished version of U853R, the U853RW cardioid condenser hanging microphone is equipped with UniGuard innovations that offer unsurpassed immunity from radio frequency interference. The phantom-powered microphone accepts interchangeable elements, available in cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional and UniLine line cardioid polar patterns. The U853RW also offers an 80 Hz low-cut UniSteep filter that reduces pickup of low-frequency ambient noise.

Features

• Designed for suspension over choirs, instrumental groups and theater stages
• Superior off-axis rejection for maximum gain before feedback
• UniGuard RFI-shielding technology offers outstanding rejection of radio frequency interference (RFI)
• UniSteep filter provides a steep low-frequency attenuation to improve sound pickup without affecting voice quality
• Accepts interchangeable elements to permit angle of acceptance from 90° to 360°
• Low-profile design with low-reflectance finish for minimum visibility

Specifications

• Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response 30-20,000 Hz
• Low Frequency Roll-Off: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
• Impedance: 250 ohms
• Max Input Sound Level: 139 dB SPL
• Dynamic Range (typical): 115 dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 dB
• Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V DC
• Switch: Flat, roll-off
• Weight (microphone): 0.5 oz
• Weight (power module): 2.9 oz
• Dimensions (microphone, L x D): 1.34" x 0.48"
• Dimensions (power module, L x D): 3.66" x 0.74"
• Output Connector (power module): Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Cable: 25' long (permanently attached to microphone), 0.13" diameter, 2 conductor shielded cable with TA3F-type connector
• Optional Interchangeable Elements: UE-H hypercardioid (100°); UE-O omnidirectional (360°); UE-UL UniLine (90°)
• Accessories Furnished: AT8153 two-stage foam windscreen; AT8451 steel hanger; AT8538 power module; AT8438 5/8"-27 stand adapter
• Audio-Technica Case Style: M12