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Audio-Technica AE2500 Artist Elite Dual-Element Cardioid Instrument Microphone with a Combo Condenser and Dynamic Capsule ae-2500
The Audio Technica AE2500 microphone combines condenser and dynamic capsules within a single housing, positioned in a perfect phase relationship - something that would be nearly impossible to accomplish with separate microphones!
The ultimate kick-drum mic, the Artist Elite AE2500 dual-element instrument microphone features cardioid condenser and dynamic capsules combined in one housing. The dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater; the condenser captures the round tonalities of the shell. Two layers of resistive mesh form multiple densities over the dynamic element's side-entry ports, exercising precise control over the time at which off-axis signals arrive at the diaphragm. The condenser diaphragm is optimally tensioned and aged for long-term consistency and stability.
Features
- Revolutionary dual-element design represents a ground-breaking transducer achievement
- Two elements (condenser and dynamic) are enclosed in a single housing
- Dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater while the condenser captures the round tonalities of the shell
- Elements are positioned in a perfect phase relationship, something practically unachievable with two separate microphones
- Robust design for enduring dependability on the road
- Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad on condenser element
- Includes isolation clamp for shock protection, secure mounting and easy positioning
- Includes a 16.5' (5 m) cable (5-pin XLRF to two standard 3-pin XLRM connectors) for separate control over each element
Specifications
- Element: Condenser, dynamic
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Response: 20-17,000 Hz (condenser), 30-10,000 Hz (dynamic)
- Low Frequency Roll Off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave (condenser)
- Open Circuit Sensitivity: -51 dB (2.8 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa (condenser), -54 dB (1.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa (dynamic)
- Maximum Input Sound Level: 148 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. (condenser); 158 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
- Dynamic Range: 124 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL (condenser)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (condenser)
- Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V DC, 3 mA typical (condenser)
- Switches: (Condenser Only) High-pass filter;
- 10 dB pad (nominal)
- Weight: 13.8 oz (390 g)
- Cable: 16.5' (5 m) dual shielded, 8-conductor cable, 5-pin XLRF-type connector at microphone, two 3-pin XLRM-type output connectors
- Dimensions: 6.50" (165.0 mm) long, 2.17" (55.0 mm) maximum diameter
- Output Connector: Integral 5-pin XLRM-type
- Accessories Included: AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch
- Audio-Technica Case Style: R8
The AE2500's dynamic element cleanly captures the attack transients of the beater, while the condenser element renders the internal tonalities of the shell and the instrument as a whole.
