Audio-Technica AT4050

The Audio-Technica AT4050 is a multi-pattern studio condenser microphone. Adapt the pickup pattern to vocal sessions, instruments and room recording. Core features include Cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-eight patterns, Dual-diaphragm capsule and 20 Hz–18 kHz response.

Selectable polar patterns let the microphone adapt to the source and recording technique. Cardioid pickup suits focused vocal or instrument placement, omnidirectional operation captures sound around the capsule, and figure-eight provides front-and-rear pickup for suitable stereo and ensemble techniques. This gives one microphone a wider role across studio sessions.

The condenser design is suited to capturing fine changes in articulation, attack and decay. It can reveal the detail of a vocal line, a picked string or another acoustic source, with placement used to balance proximity and room ambience. Its powering requirements and connection format are listed below so it can be matched to the recording system.

The selectable filter or attenuation functions add practical control at the microphone. A low-frequency filter helps manage rumble and close-placement bass build-up, while an attenuation pad reduces the signal level reaching the electronics when recording louder sources. The exact switch options and maximum-level specifications for this model are included in the feature list.

Features:

• Cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-eight patterns.
• Dual-diaphragm capsule.
• 20 Hz–18 kHz response.
• Shock mount included.
• Balanced three-pin XLR output.
• Phantom-powered condenser design.
• Protective storage accessories.
• Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter.
• Switchable 10 dB pad.
• 149 dB maximum SPL without the pad.
• 17 dB-A self-noise.
• Transformerless electronics.
• AT8449a shock mount, dust cover and case.