The Audio-Technica AT2050 is a large-diaphragm multi-pattern condenser microphone offering switchable cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-of-eight polar patterns. Its dual-diaphragm design delivers smooth, natural sound with low noise across a 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range, while high SPL handling and a wide dynamic range ensure versatility on vocals, instruments and ensembles. Equipped with a switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and -10 dB pad. Supplied with an AT8458 shock mount, threaded adapter and protective pouch.
Polar Patterns
3
Cardioid / Omni / Figure-of-8
Frequency Response
20 Hz — 20 kHz
High-Pass Filter
80 Hz
Switchable
Pad
-10 dB
Switchable
Features
✓
Switchable cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-of-eight polar patterns
Switchable cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-of-eight polar patterns
✓
Large-diaphragm element captures smooth, natural sound with low noise
Large-diaphragm element captures smooth, natural sound with low noise
✓
High SPL handling and wide dynamic range
High SPL handling and wide dynamic range
✓
Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter
Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter
✓
Switchable -10 dB pad for loud sources
Switchable -10 dB pad for loud sources
✓
AT8458 shock mount included for superior isolation
AT8458 shock mount included for superior isolation
✓
5/8″-27 to 3/8″-16 threaded adapter and protective pouch included
5/8″-27 to 3/8″-16 threaded adapter and protective pouch included
Specifications
| Element | Condenser (large diaphragm) |
| Polar Patterns | Cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-of-eight |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz — 20 kHz |
| High-Pass Filter | 80 Hz (switchable) |
| Pad | -10 dB (switchable) |
| Power Requirement | 48V phantom power |
| Included Accessories | AT8458 shock mount, threaded adapter, protective pouch |











