Audio-Technica AE2500 Dual-Element Cardioid Instrument Microphone

The Audio-Technica AE2500 Dual-Element Cardioid Instrument Microphone is the ultimate kick-drum mic designed to capture every nuance of your instrument's sound. Combining the best of both worlds, this innovative mic features cardioid condenser and dynamic capsules in one housing, ensuring optimal audio fidelity. The dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater while the condenser captures the round, full-bodied tonalities of the shell. This dual-element design represents a groundbreaking transducer achievement, making it a top choice for professional audio engineers and musicians.

The AE2500 is built to last with a robust design that ensures enduring dependability on the road or in the studio. Two layers of resistive mesh facilitate precise control over off-axis signals, ensuring clarity no matter how chaotic the environment. The microphone also includes an 80 Hz high-pass filter switch and a 10 dB pad on the condenser element. You'll also find it incredibly versatile and user-friendly, thanks to the included isolation clamp for shock protection and easy positioning, as well as a 16.5' dual-shielded cable.

Whether you're recording or performing live, the Audio-Technica AE2500 Dual-Element Cardioid Instrument Microphone provides unmatched audio quality and reliability. With perfectly positioned elements in perfect phase relationship, something practically unachievable with two separate microphones, this mic is perfect for capturing the full essence of your sound.

Key Features

• Revolutionary dual-element design for superior audio capture
• Dynamic element delivers aggressive attack; condenser captures rich tonalities
• Elements positioned in perfect phase relationship
• Robust design for prolonged use
• 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad on condenser element
• Includes isolation clamp for easy mounting
• 16.5' dual shielded cable for separate control over each element

Specifications

• Elements: 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 (condenser); -54 dB (dynamic)
• Impedance: 100 ohms (condenser); 600 ohms (dynamic)
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 148 dB SPL (condenser); 158 dB SPL with 10 dB pad
• Dynamic Range: 124 dB (condenser)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 dB (condenser)
• Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V DC, 3 mA typical (condenser)
• Switches: High-pass filter; 10 dB pad
• Weight: 13.8 oz (390 g)
• Dimensions: 6.50" (165.0 mm) long, 2.17" (55.0 mm) maximum diameter
• Output Connector: Integral 5-pin XLRM-type
• Cable: 16.5' dual shielded, 8-conductor cable

Package Contents

• Audio-Technica AE2500 Dual-Element Cardioid Instrument Microphone
• AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands
• 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter
• Soft protective pouch