Rated 4.9 (91 reviews)
The Audio-Technica AT4050 is a large-diaphragm multi-pattern condenser microphone with switchable cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-of-eight polar patterns. A long-standing studio standard, it delivers clean, rich and accurate sound reproduction on vocals, piano, strings, drum overheads and guitar amps. Its externally polarised dual-diaphragm capsule maintains precise polar pattern definition, while high SPL handling (149 dB, 159 dB with pad) and a 132 dB dynamic range ensure versatility across demanding applications. Hand-assembled and individually inspected. Supplied with AT8449a shock mount.
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Polar Patterns · Cardioid / Omni / Figure-of-8
149 dB
Max SPL · 159 dB with pad
132 dB
Dynamic Range · At 1 kHz
20 — 18,000 Hz
Frequency Response ·
510 g
Weight ·
Features
Three switchable polar patterns: cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-of-eight
Externally polarised (DC bias) dual-diaphragm capsule
Clean, accurate sound reproduction across a wide range of sources
Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter (12 dB/oct)
Switchable 10 dB pad for high-SPL sources
Hand-assembled and individually inspected for quality control
Rugged, durable construction for reliable extended use
AT8449a shock mount included for superior isolation
Specifications
| Element | Externally polarised (DC bias) condenser |
| Polar Patterns | Cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-of-eight |
| Frequency Response | 20 — 18,000 Hz |
| Low Frequency Roll Off | 80 Hz, 12 dB/oct |
| Sensitivity | -36 dB (15.8 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa |
| Max SPL | 149 dB at 1 kHz (1% THD); 159 dB with 10 dB pad |
| Dynamic Range | 132 dB (1 kHz at max SPL) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 77 dB (1 kHz at 1 Pa) |
| Phantom Power | 48V DC, 4.2 mA typical |
| Weight | 510 g |
| Dimensions | 188.0 mm long, 53.4 mm max body diameter |
