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Audio-Technica AE4100
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Audio-Technica AE4100

Dynamic, cardioid, handheld vocal mic for live sound (Artist Elite series)

Type
Dynamic
Pattern
Cardioid
Sensitivity
−55 dBV/Pa
Impedance
250 Ω
Rated range
90 – 18k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the spec sheet, p. 1. "frequency response: 90–18,000 Hz", "12" or more on axis" (about 30 cm). No dB labels: scaled from the "10 dB" mark and set to 0 dB at 1 kHz. Room and smoothing not stated.

Dashed: outside the rated range, or simulated (other angles and distances). Hover or tap the graphs for values.

Polar pattern

Polar pattern: from the spec sheet, p. 1. "polar pattern", full circle, 0° up; "SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION". Measuring conditions not stated.

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All specs

From the spec sheet
Sensitivity−55 dBV/Pa (1.7 mV/Pa), open circuit. "–55 dB (1.7 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa"; no frequency stated.p. 1
Output impedance250 ohm, low impedance, balanced. "Impedance: 250 ohms".
Rated frequency range90 Hz to 18 kHz. "90-18,000 Hz"; no tolerance stated.
Poweringnone (passive). Not stated; a dynamic mic needs no power.
ConnectorXLR-3 male, integral. "Integral 3-pin XLRM-type".
Weight310 g. "310 g (10.9 oz)"; the user guide says "less accessories".
Dimensions177 × 48 mm. Length 177.0 mm, head diameter 48.0 mm. The user guide adds a tapered body diameter of 33.0 to 22.0 mm.
Supplied accessoriesAT8470 Quiet-Flex stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch
Audio-Technica case styleT4
Angle of acceptance120°, uniform
PolarityPin 2 hot: positive acoustic pressure gives positive voltage at pin 2
HousingAll-metal; back-cavity assembly "floats" inside the handle shell against handling noise; multi-stage grille against plosives and sibilance

Documents

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