This premium electret condenser microphone is engineered to meet the most critical acoustic requirements of professional recording, broadcast and live sound.

The AT4041 cardioid studio condenser microphone features a smooth, extended frequency response with a slight rise in the high-frequency region and a transformerless output for very high SPL-handling capability. A unique combination of audio excellence and moderate cost, the AT4041 is a rugged microphone housed in a case of turned brass with black chrome plating for durability and low reflectivity. The element back plate holds a fixed charge and has been aged to provide energy stabilization. The surface of the back plate is precision milled to ensure maximum charge linearity, resulting in a reduction in both frequency response peaks and diaphragm break-up distortion.

Features

• Smooth, extended frequency response with a slight rise occurring in the high-frequency region
• Ideal for drum overheads, acoustic guitar, piano, horns and under snare
• Low-mass diaphragm improves transient response, increases response bandwidth and reduces handling and mechanical noise transfer
• Transformerless circuitry virtually eliminates low-frequency distortion and provides superior correlation of high-speed transients
• State-of-the-art design and manufacturing techniques ensure compliance with Audio-Technica's stringent consistency and reliability standards
• Switchable hi-pass filter and rugged turned-brass microphone housing
• Custom shock mount provides superior isolation

Accessories

• AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands
• AT8159 windscreen
• Protective carrying case

Specifications

• Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
• Low Frequency Roll Off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: -36 dB (15.8 mV), re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 100 ohms
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 145 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
• Dynamic Range: 121 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 70 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom Power Requirements: 48V DC, 3.2 mA typical
• Switch: Flat, roll-off
• Weight: 4.2 oz (120 g)
• Dimensions: 6.28" (159.5 mm) long, 0.83" (21.0 mm) body diameter
• Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type

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