
Audio Technica ATM230, Hypercardioid Dynamic Instrument microphone
Descriptions Audio Technica ATM230, Hypercardioid Dynamic Instrument microphone The Audio Technica ATM230 is a hypercardioid instrument mic that can brings a compact drum model to Audio-Technica's popular artist series line. The Audio Technica ATM230 mic's proprietary capsule is designed to excel in high SPL applications, delivering full, well rounded audio with an exceptional low-end. The Audio Technica ATM230 can keeps the focus because of the hypercardioid polar pattern keeps the focus on the sound source, directionality that is aided by the mic's low-profile design, which allows it to be placed in a wide variety of setups. All this makes the ATM230 idelly suited for making toms, snare and other percusion instruments. The Audio Technica ATM230 features a rugged metal construction that stands up to rigors of live and studio applications, an dcomes with an AT8665 drum mount and a protective pouch. Audio Technica ATM230 Product Features Hypercardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source Handles very high SPL at close range Big, warm low-frequency response with excellent attack Low-profile design permits versatile placement around drum kit Rugged, all-metal design and construction for years of trouble-free use Includes AT8665 drum mount and a soft protective pouch Also available as a 3-Pack (ATM230PK) Specifications ELEMENT Dynamic POLAR PATTERN Hypercardioid FREQUENCY RESPONSE 30-12,000 Hz OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY –54 dB (1.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa IMPEDANCE 600 ohms WEIGHT 292 g (10.3 oz) DIMENSIONS 82.5 mm (3.2") long, 38.0 mm (1.5") maximum diameter OUTPUT CONNECTOR Integral 3-pin XLRM-type ACCESSORIES FURNISHED AT8665 drum mount for 5/8"-27 threaded adaptor; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adaptor; soft protective pouch AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE R2