Audio Technica AT3031 Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

AT3031 Small Diaphragm Condenser Microphone description:

The Audio Technica AT3031 is a small diaphragm, condenser microphone designed for use in live sound and recording of vocals, instruments or ambience.

The studio-quality AT3031 is known for its flat, extended frequency response, high maximum SPL and wide dynamic range. Its low self-noise (16 dB SPL) is perfectly suited for the most sophisticated recording equipment. Its low-mass diaphragm improves transient response, increases response bandwidth and reduces handling and mechanical noise transfer.

Features:

• Outstanding performance and versatility
• High max SPL and wide dynamic range - Perfect for drums, percussion, brass, electric guitars etc.
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source
• Low self-noise (16 dB SPL) – perfectly suited for today's most sophisticated digital recording equipment
• Flat, extended frequency response
• Lo-cut switch (80 Hz, 12 dB/octave) and 10 dB pad

Specifications:

• Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 30-20,000 Hz
• Low Frequency Roll-Off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: 34 dB (19.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 250 ohms
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 148 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. / 158 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (NOMINAL)
• Noise: 16 dB SPL
• Dynamic Range (Typical): 132 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 78 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V DC, 3 mA typical
• Switches: Flat, roll-off; 10 dB pad
• Weight (Less Accessories): 4.0 oz (112 grams)
• Dimensions: 5.67 inches (144.0 mm) long, 0.83 inches (21.0 mm) max body diameter
• Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Accessories Furnished: AT8405a snap-in clamp for 5/8 inch -27 threaded stands, AT8159 foam windscreen; soft protective pouch