The Audio-Technica AT897 is a short shotgun condenser microphone designed for field audio acquisition in film, TV, video production, wildlife recording and broadcast applications. Its line + gradient design delivers a narrow acceptance angle for outstanding long-distance audio pickup, with smooth on-axis response and excellent off-axis rejection. Compact enough to mount on camcorders without extending into the frame.
279 mm
Length · 11.0″
Line + Gradient
Polar Pattern · Narrow acceptance angle
20 Hz-20 kHz
Frequency Response ·
Phantom / Battery
Powering · 1.5V AA or 11-52V phantom
Features
Line + gradient condenser design for narrow acceptance angle
Outstanding long-distance audio pickup
Smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality
Excellent off-axis rejection from sides and rear
Dual power option, phantom or 1.5V AA battery
Compact design suits camcorder mounting
Switchable low-cut filter
Suitable for film, TV, wildlife recording and broadcast
Specifications
| Element | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Line + Gradient |
| Frequency Response | 20-20,000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | -32 dB (25.1 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa |
| Impedance | 200 ohms |
| Maximum SPL | 127 dB (1 kHz at 1% THD) |
| Power Requirements | 11-52V DC phantom power or 1.5V AA battery |
| Length | 279 mm (11.0″) |
| Weight | 144 g (5.1 oz) |
| Output Connector | 3-pin XLRM |





