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Audio-Technica AE5100
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Audio-Technica AE5100

Large-diaphragm condenser (fixed-charge back plate) in a slim end-address body, cardioid, for instruments, with 80 Hz high-pass and 10 dB pad switches

Type
Condenser (electret)
Pattern
Cardioid
Sensitivity
−36 dBV/Pa
Self-noise
11 dB(A)
Max SPL
148 dB SPL
Impedance
150 Ω
Rated range
20 – 20k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the submittal, p. 2. Printed under the graph: "12\" or more on axis" (30 cm or more); "frequency response: 20–20,000 Hz". 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 submittal, p. 2. "polar pattern", full circle, 0° up; "SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION". Measuring conditions not stated.

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All specs

From the submittal
Capsulelarge diaphragm. "Large-diaphragm capsule delivers accurate and natural response"; "Low-profile design permits innovative placement options previously unattainable with a large-diaphragm condenser". Size not stated.p. 1
Sensitivity−36 dBV/Pa (15.8 mV/Pa), open circuit. "–36 dB (15.8 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa".p. 2
Self-noise11 dB(A), typical, A-weighted (Audio Precision System One). "Noise: 11 dB SPL"; the 2002 sheet marks it with the footnote "Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One".
Max SPL148 dB SPL, 1 kHz, 1% THD; also 158 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
Signal-to-noise ratio83 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa; typical, A-weighted. The Japanese manual: "83dB以上" (83 dB or more).
Dynamic range137 dB, 1 kHz at max SPL, typical
Output impedance150 ohm
Rated frequency range20 Hz to 20 kHz. Tolerance not stated.
Poweringphantom 11-52 V DC. "11-52V DC, 3.2 mA typical".
Current draw3.2 mA, typical
Low cutflat, roll-off; 80 Hz; 12 dB/octave; high-pass. "Low frequency roll-off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave"; "Switches: Flat, roll-off; 10 dB pad (nominal)".
Pad−10 dB. "10 dB pad (nominal)".
ConnectorXLR-3 male (integral). "Integral 3-pin XLRM-type".
Weight143 g. "143 g (5.0 oz)"; the 2002 sheet: "less accessories".
Dimensions26 × 148.5 mm. Diameter × length: "148.5 mm (5.85") long, 26.0 mm (1.02") maximum diameter". The Japanese drawing shows the body stepping down to 21 and 20 mm towards the connector.
Supplied accessoriesAT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; AT8136 windscreen; soft protective pouch
SeriesArtist Elitep. 1
Applications (Audio-Technica)Overheads, percussion, acoustic guitar, strings and other acoustic instruments
Angle of acceptanceUniform 120°
OutputLow impedance balanced, pin 2 hot
Case styleS4p. 2
Operating temperatureAvoid more than 43 °C (110 °F) for long periods, and very high humidityp. 1
From the manual
Made inJapanp. 1

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