Offering the realism of a live sound field, the AT4050ST is a side-address condenser with cardioid and figure-of-eight elements configured in a Mid-Side arrangement. This innovative stereo condenser allows sound recordists the choice of selecting a left-right stereo output or choosing discrete Mid-Side signals for later manipulation, a remarkable flexibility. The microphone’s dual-diaphragm capsules maintain precise polar pattern definition across the full frequency range. Its transformerless circuitry virtually eliminates low-frequency distortion.

Features:
Innovative side-address Mid-Side stereo microphone engineered for professional recording, broadcast and sound reinforcement

Independent cardioid and figure-of-eight condenser elements

Switch selection of Mid-Side mode and two internally matrixed stereo modes

Dual-diaphragm capsules maintain precise polar pattern definition across the full frequency range of the microphone

Transformerless circuitry virtually eliminates low-frequency distortion and provides superior correlation of high-speed transients

The 2-micron-thick, vapor-deposited gold diaphragms undergo a five-step aging process so that the optimum characteristics remain constant over years of use

Open acoustical environment of the symmetrical housing assembly minimizes unwanted internal reflections

Integral 80 Hz high-pass filter switch and 10 dB pad switch

State-of-the-art design and manufacturing techniques ensure compliance with A-T’s stringent consistency and reliability standards

Custom shock mount provides superior isolation

Certified by the METAlliance (Music Engineering and Technology Alliance)


Specifications:
ELEMENT:Externally-polarized (DC bias) condenser
POLAR PATTERN:Cardioid and Figure-of-eight
FREQUENCY RESPONSE:20-18,000 Hz
LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF:80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY:Stereo 90°: -42 dB (7.9 mV) dB re 1V at 1 Pa
Stereo 127°: -41 dB (8.9 mV) dB re 1V at 1 Pa
Mid: -36 dB (15.8 mV) dB re 1V at 1 Pa
Side: -36 dB (15.8 mV) dB re 1V at 1 Pa
IMPEDANCE:50 ohms
MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL:Mid and Side: 149 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1%T.H.D.;
159 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
NOISE:Stereo 90°: 25 dB SPLStereo 127°: 16 dB SPL Mid: 15 dB SPL
Side: 17 dB SPL
DYNAMIC RANGE:(typical) Mid: 134 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL Side: 132 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO:Stereo 90°: 69 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa Stereo 127°: 78 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa Mid: 79 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa Side: 77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS:48V DC, 6.4 mA typical (both channels total)
SWITCHES:90°, 127°, M-S;Flat, roll-off;10 dB pad (nominal)
WEIGHT:517 g (18.2 oz)
DIMENSIONS:193.0 mm (7.60") long,53.4 mm (2.10") maximum body diameter
OUTPUT CONNECTOR:Integral 5-pin XLRM-type
CABLE:5.0 m (16.5') long, 8-conductor, shielded, vinyl-jacketed stereo cable with 5-pin XLRF-type connector at microphone end and two 3-pin XLRM-type connectors at output end
ACCESSORIES FURNISHED:AT8449a shock mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; microphone dust cover; protective carrying case
AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE:R1

Audio Technica AT4050ST (Audio-Technica AT-4050ST)