Audio-Technica AE3000

The Artist Elite AE3000 delivers supreme performance at extreme SPLs. This high-SPL large diaphragm cardioid condenser instrument mic excels in applications such as guitar cabinets, toms, snare, timpani and overheads. Its large-diaphragm capsule combines with the open architecture of the headcase to provide an extremely accurate and open sound. Its low-profile side-address design with tapered grille allows for optimal positioning.

Features

• Excels in high-SPL applications
• Large-diaphragm capsule combines with the open architecture of the headcase to provide an extremely accurate and open sound
• Low-profile side-address design with tapered grille allows optimal positioning of element vis-à-vis sound source
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source
• Robust design for enduring dependability on the road
• Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad

Specifications

• Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardiod
• Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
• Low Frequency Roll-off: 80Hz, 12dB/octave
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: -43 dB (7.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 100 ohms
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 148 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.; 158 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
• Noise: 11 dB SPL
• Dynamic Range (Typical): 137 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 83 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V DC, 3 mA typical
• Switches: High-pass filter, 10 dB pad (nominal)
• Weight: 6.0 oz
• Dimensions: 4.55" long, 1.89" max diameter
• Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Accessories Furnished: AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands;5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter, soft protective pouch