The ATM450 cardioid condenser offers an innovative side-address stick design for endless placement options and minimal obstructions. The microphone is equipped with an integral 80 Hz hi-pass filter that provides easy switching from a flat frequency response to a low-end roll-off. Audio Technica ATM450 also features a switchable 10 dB pad that lowers the microphone's sensitivity, providing higher SPL capability for flexible use with a wide range of performers and system configurations. The condenser microphone's extended flat frequency response makes it ideal for high SPLs as well as for live and amplified acoustic instruments. Includes a professional isolation clamp to provide secure mounting, versatile positioning and effective dampening of unwanted mechanical noise. Requires phantom power.

Audio-Technica ATM450 Condenser Instrument Microphone Features:

• Unique side-address stick design maximizes placement options with minimal obstructions
• Uncompromising sound quality for overheads, percussion, acoustic guitar, strings and other acoustic instruments
• Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad
• Durable performance for professional applications
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source
• Rugged, all-metal design and construction for years of trouble-free use
• Includes isolation clamp for shock protection, secure mounting and easy positioning
• Fixed-charge back plate permanently polarized condenser

Audio-Technica ATM450 Condenser Instrument Microphone Includes:

• AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; windscreen; soft protective pouch
• Audio-technica S11 case

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Audio-Technica ATM450 Condenser Instrument Microphone Specifications:

• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency response: 40-20,000 Hz
• Low frequency roll-off: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
• Open circuit sensitivity: 41 dB (8.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 200 ohms
• Maximum input sound level: 152 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
• Dynamic range (typical): 127 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 69 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom power requirements: 11-52V DC, 3.5 mA typical
• Switches: Flat, roll-off; 10 dB pad
• Weight: 98 g (3.5 oz)
• Dimensions: 126.9 mm (5.00") long, 21.0 mm (0.83") diameter
• Output connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Accessories furnished: AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; windscreen; soft protective pouch
• Audio-technica S11 case.

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Not too shabby for the money

Posted by T.M.M. from California on Sep 16, 2008

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Songwriter, Performer, Home Studio Engineer

Reviewer's Play Style: Indie Rock, Alternative, 60s, Blues, Folk, etc.

I just got this a couple days ago. I'm actually impressed so far, I used it on my Guild D25, and so far its the only mic I've found that truly captures that guitar. Another reason I'm surprised by that is because most reviews say these aren't the best on guitars. But if you want that deep and articulate woody sound, I'd say this is a good way to go. I've been told these excel on hats and toms, but I haven't gotten around to that yet. I'll write a follow up later when I do. I gave the features 4.0 because the db pad and bass roll off are hard to switch, they're embedded in the mic and need a small screw driver or toothpick to switch. Not a major deal, but a minor inconvenience. Still the mic is worth it, its definitely my go to mic for my acoustic. For the money, you can't beat it. Also, this thing was much smaller that I thought it would be, not good or bad, just saying. The only other negative I can see is that it doesn't have a shock mount, just a clip. But none the less, great mic.

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