The Audio-Technica U859QL is a 480mm gooseneck condenser microphone with a fixed cardioid element, designed to plug directly into a panel or desk-mounted XLRF connector. Its ultra-flexible, small-diameter gooseneck and self-contained electronics make it a practical choice for conferencing, installed sound and presentation applications.
Length
480 mm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Fixed element
Low-Cut Filter
80 Hz
UniSteep filter
Features
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Fixed cardioid condenser element
Fixed cardioid condenser element
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Plugs directly into panel or desk-mounted XLRF connector
Plugs directly into panel or desk-mounted XLRF connector
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Ultra-flexible, small-diameter gooseneck for easy positioning
Ultra-flexible, small-diameter gooseneck for easy positioning
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80 Hz UniSteep low-cut filter reduces low-frequency ambient noise
80 Hz UniSteep low-cut filter reduces low-frequency ambient noise
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Phantom powered — self-contained electronics, no external power module needed
Phantom powered — self-contained electronics, no external power module needed
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480 mm length suits standard lectern and desk installations
480 mm length suits standard lectern and desk installations
Specifications
| Element | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid (fixed) |
| Low-Cut Filter | 80 Hz UniSteep |
| Power Requirements | 11–52V DC phantom power |
| Mounting | Quick-mount (XLRF panel connector) |
| Length | 480 mm |











