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Audio-Technica AT4041
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Audio-Technica AT4041

Small-diaphragm condenser (fixed-charge back plate), cardioid, transformerless, with 80 Hz high-pass switch

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

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the spec sheet, p. 2. Printed under the graph: "12\" or more on axis" (30 cm or more). 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. 2. Full circle, 0° at the top, "SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION". Measuring conditions not stated.

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From the spec sheet
Sensitivity−36 dBV/Pa (15.8 mV/Pa), open circuit, 1 kHz. "–36 dB (15.8 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa".p. 2
Self-noise24 dB(A). Not stated; 94 dB SPL minus the signal-to-noise ratio (70 dB, A-weighted).
Max SPL145 dB SPL, 1 kHz, 1% THD
Signal-to-noise ratio70 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa; typical, A-weighted (Audio Precision System One)
Dynamic range121 dB, 1 kHz at max SPL, typical
Output impedance100 ohm
Rated frequency range20 Hz to 20 kHz
Poweringphantom 48 V DC
Current draw3.2 mA, typical
Low cutflat, roll-off; 80 Hz; 12 dB/octave. "Low frequency roll-off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave"; switch "Flat, roll-off".
ConnectorXLR-3 male (integral). "Integral 3-pin XLRM-type".
Weight120 g. The 2002 sheet adds "(less accessories)".
Dimensions21 × 159.5 mm. "159.5 mm (6.28") long, 21.0 mm (0.83") diameter"; stored as diameter × length.
Supplied accessoriesAT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; AT8159 windscreen; protective carrying case. The 2002 sheet names the clamp AT8405.
HousingTurned brassp. 1
CircuitTransformerless
Case styleS1p. 2
Output phasePin 2 hotp. 1

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