Large-diaphragm side-address cardioid condenser instrument microphone This Mic Can Take All the SPL You Can Throw at It! Audio-Technica's Artist Elite AE3000 condenser mic delivers outstanding sound. It was designed to deliver uncompromising performance in any live applications, from concert stages to broadcast to houses of worship. Thousands of hours of research went into creating the AE3000, and the results are stunning. The mic features superior anti-shock engineering for a minimum of handling noise and an overall durability and rugged construction that makes it great high-performance mics for the rigors of touring. Audio-Technica AE3000 Cardioid Condenser Microphone at a Glance: Perfect for instrument use, with high SPL handling capability Great for guitar amps, toms, and more Perfect for instrument useThe Artist Elite AE3000 delivers supreme performance at extreme SPLs. This high-SPL large-diaphragm cardioid condenser instrument mic excels in onstage applications where you're fighting to get a good level with minimal distortion and bleed from other instruments. It features an 80Hz highpass filter to deal with rumble, and a 10dB pad to deal with even the most strenuous volume sources. Trust the AE3000 to do the job in your toughest miking environment! Great for guitar amps, toms, and moreThe audio-Technica AE3000's large-diaphragm capsule combines with the open architecture of its headcase to provide an extremely accurate and open sound. Try it on instruments such as guitar cabinets, toms, snare, timpani, and overheads. Plus, the AE3000 offers a low-profile side-address design with a tapered grille that allows for optimal positioning. Audio-Technica AE3000 Cardioid Condenser Microphone Features: Large-diaphragm cardioid condenser instrument mic Excels in high-SPL applications Maximum SPL 148dB (158dB with pad) Frequency response 20Hz-20kHz Large-diaphragm capsule combines with the open architecture of the headcase to provide an extremely accurate and open sound Low-profile side-address design with tapered grille allows optimal positioning of element to sound source Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source Robust design for enduring dependability on the road Integral 80Hz HPF switch and 10dB pad Requires +48V phantom power The Audio-Technica AE3000 sets a new standard for instrument mics! Tech Specs Microphone Type:Condenser Polar Pattern:Cardioid Frequency Response:20Hz-20kHz Max SPL:148dB (158dB w/10dB Pad) Output Impedance:100 ohms Signal to Noise Ratio:83dB Self Noise:11dB Low Cut Filter:80Hz (-12dB/octave) Pads:-10dB Color:Black Connector:XLR Weight:0.37 lbs. Included Accessories:Isolation Clamp, Microphone Pouch Manufacturer Part Number:AE3000