Audio-Technica AE2500 Dual Element Cardioid Kick Drum Microphone

Condenser and Dynamic Dual-Element Cardioid Instrument Microphone

The ultimate kick-drum mic, the Artist Elite AE2500 dual-element instrument microphone features cardioid condenser and dynamic capsules combined in one housing. The dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater; the condenser captures the round tonalities of the shell. Two layers of resistive mesh form multiple densities over the dynamic element's side-entry ports, exercising precise control over the time at which off-axis signals arrive at the diaphragm. The condenser diaphragm is optimally tensioned and aged for long-term consistency and stability.

Features:

• Revolutionary dual-element design represents a ground-breaking transducer achievement
• Two elements (condenser and dynamic) are enclosed in a single housing
• Dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater while the condenser captures the round tonalities of the shell
• Elements are positioned in a perfect phase relationship, something practically unachievable with two separate microphones
• Robust design for enduring dependability on the road
• Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad on condenser element
• Includes isolation clamp for shock protection, secure mounting and easy positioning
• Includes a 16.5' (5 m) cable (5-pin XLRF to two standard 3-pin XLRM connectors) for separate control over each element

Specifications:

• ELEMENTS: Condenser, dynamic
• POLAR PATTERN: Cardioid
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20-17,000 Hz (condenser); 30-10,000 Hz (dynamic)
• LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave (condenser)
• OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY: -51 dB (2.8 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa (condenser); -54 dB (1.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa (dynamic)
• IMPEDANCE: 100 ohms (condenser); 600 ohms (dynamic)
• MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL: 148 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. (condenser); 158 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
• DYNAMIC RANGE (typical): 124 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL (condenser)
• SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 70 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (condenser)
• PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS: 11-52V DC, 3 mA typical (condenser)
• SWITCHES: (Condenser Only) High-pass filter; 10 dB pad (nominal)
• WEIGHT: 13.8 oz (390 g)
• DIMENSIONS: 6.50" (165.0 mm) long, 2.17" (55.0 mm) maximum diameter
• OUTPUT CONNECTOR: Integral 5-pin XLRM-type
• CABLE: 16.5' (5 m) dual shielded, 8-conductor cable, 5-pin XLRF-type connector at microphone, two 3-pin XLRM-type output connectors
• ACCESSORIES FURNISHED: AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch
• AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE: S9

Includes:

• AE2500 Microphone
• 16.5' (5 m) Cable
• AT8471 Isolation Clamp
• 3/8"-16 Threaded Adapter
• Protective Pouch
• Limited 5-Year Warranty