Cardioid Condenser Microphone Ideal for home studio and live applications, the low-profile AT2021 offers an extended frequency response, high maximum SPL and wide dynamic range. The microphone is outstanding for acoustic guitar, overheads, piano and group vocals. Its low-mass element offers a superb transient response. Ideal for acoustic guitar, overheads, piano and group vocals Condenser design for studio-quality vocal and instrument applications Excels in high-SPL applications Extended response for smooth, natural sonic characteristics Low-mass element for superb transient response Corrosion-resistant contacts from gold-plated XLRM-type connector Rugged design and construction for reliable performance Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source ELEMENT Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser POLAR PATTERN Cardioid FREQUENCY RESPONSE 30-20,000 Hz OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY –39 dB (11.2 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa IMPEDANCE 250 ohms MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL 145 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. NOISE 19 dB SPL DYNAMIC RANGE (typical) 126 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO 75 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS 48V DC, 2 mA typical WEIGHT 83 g (2.9 oz) DIMENSIONS 101.5 mm (4.00") long, 21.0 mm (0.83") maximum body diameter OUTPUT CONNECTOR Integral 3-pin XLRM-type ACCESSORIES FURNISHED Stand clamp; soft protective pouch AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE S1