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Audio-Technica ATM230
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Audio-Technica ATM230

Dynamic, hypercardioid, compact drum mic (toms, snare, percussion) with integral stand clamp and drum-rim mount

Type
Dynamic
Pattern
Hypercardioid
Sensitivity
−54 dBV/Pa
Impedance
600 Ω
Rated range
30 – 12k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the spec sheet, p. 1. Printed under the graph: "12\" or more on axis" (30 cm or more); "frequency response: 30–12,000 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 spec sheet, p. 1. "polar pattern", full circle, 0° up; "SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION". Measuring conditions not stated.

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From the spec sheet
Sensitivity−54 dBV/Pa (1.9 mV/Pa), open circuit. "–54 dB (1.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa"; the Japanese manual: "－54dB" (0 dB = 1 V/Pa, 1 kHz).p. 1
Output impedance600 ohm
Rated frequency range30 Hz to 12 kHz. Tolerance not stated.
ConnectorXLR-3 male (integral). "Integral 3-pin XLRM-type".
Weight292 g. "292 g (10.3 oz)".
Dimensions38 × 82.5 mm. Maximum diameter × length: "82.5 mm (3.2") long, 38.0 mm (1.5") maximum diameter". The Japanese drawing also gives 33 mm (the body behind the grille) and 89.5 mm (overall, with the clamp).
Supplied accessoriesAT8665 drum mount; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch. "AT8665 drum mount for 5/8"-27 threaded adapter; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch".
SeriesArtist series
Applications (Audio-Technica)Rack and floor toms, snare drums and other percussion
MagnetRare earth
MountIntegral 5/8"-27 threaded stand clamp; the AT8665 drum mount screws into it and hooks onto the drum rim
OutputLow impedance balanced, pin 2 hot
Case styleR2
Operating temperatureAvoid more than 43 °C (110 °F) for long periods, and very high humidity
From the manual
Made inJapanp. 1

Documents

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