Audio-Technica AT897 Shotgun Condenser Microphone

OUR PART #: AT897 MFR #: AT897

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Audio-Technica AT897 Shotgun Condenser Microphone
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Product Overview

A high-performance shotgun mic that's ideal for field audio acquisition

The Audio-Technica AT897 is an 11" Line + Gradient shotgun condenser mic designed for a variety of field audio acquisition applications. It mounts conveniently on a DV camcorder without adding noticeable heft, and is designed to remain out of frame, even when using compact digital cameras. This high-performance short shotgun mic provides remarkable long-distance audio pickup thanks to its narrow acceptance angle of line + gradient design. It also features smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality as well as excellent off-axis rejection of sound arriving from the mic's rear and sides. It operates on either battery or phantom power.

Applications

Film/TV/video production • Professional recording • Wildlife recording • Broadcast applications • More

Includes

  • AT897 microphone
  • AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands
  • AT8134 windscreen
  • Battery
  • 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter
  • Protective carrying case

Features

  • 11" length ensures mic stays out of the shot
  • Smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality
  • Excellent sound rejection from sides/rear of mic
  • Narrow acceptance angle for long-distance sound pickup
  • Operates on battery or phantom power

Specifications

  • Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently-polarized condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Line + gradient
  • Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000Hz
  • Low Frequency Roll-off: 80Hz, 12dB/octave
  • Open Circuit Sensitivity: Phantom: -40dB (10.0mV) re 1V @ 1Pa; Battery: -41dB (8.9mV) re 1V @ 1Pa
  • Impedance:
    • Phantom: 200Ω
    • Battery: 300Ω
  • Maximum Input Sound Level:
    • Phantom: 129dB SPL, 1kHz @ 1% T.H.D.
    • Battery: 115dB SPL, 1kHz @ 1% T.H.D.
  • Dynamice Range (typical):
    • Phantom: 112dB, 1kHz @ Max SPL
    • Battery: 98dB, 1kHz @ Max SPL
  • Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 77dB, 1kHz @ 1Pa
  • Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52VDC, 2mA typical
  • Battery Type: 1.5V AA / UM3
  • Battery Current/Life: 0.4mA / 1200 hours typical (alkaline)
  • Switch: Flat, roll-off (recessed)
  • Weight: 5.1oz.
  • Dimensions (L x Dia): 10.98" x 0.83
  • Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
  • Note: further information can be found within the items located under the "Documentation" tab above.

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