Description 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. Delivering the warm, smooth sound of a classic ribbon microphone, Audio-Technica’s handcrafted AT4080 Ribbon Microphone offers a robust build for long-lasting, reliable performance and higher output for maximum compatibility with microphone preamplifiers. Equally at home in recording studios and live-sound settings, the 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. 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). 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 ACCESSORIES FURNISHED AT8449a/SV shock mount for 5/8″-27 threaded stands; microphone dust cover; protective carrying case AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE R1
