Audio Technica AE5400LE 50Th Anniversary Vocal Mic

Audio Technica AE5400LE 50th Anniversary Vocal Microphone

To celebrate Audio-Technica’s 50th Anniversary, A-T has introduced a special limited edition AE5400/LE Anniversary Microphone in a silver-colored metallic finish with blue accents. A unique serial number is etched on the surface of each AE5400/LE. The limited edition offering comes with a beautifully crafted wooden carrying case.

The ultimate vocal performance instrument, the Artist Elite AE5400/LE cardioid condenser delivers pristine sound quality demanded by the most discriminating microphone user. With its superb sonic design, this true condenser features superior anti-shock engineering for low handling noise and quiet performance. Featuring the same element as the classic AT4050 studio mic, its large-diaphragm capsule assures an accurate, natural response. It handles high SPL’s and offers protection against plosives/sibilance without compromising high-frequency performance and clarity.

Features:

• Special 50th anniversary edition in silver-colored metallic finish with etched-on serial number and carefully crafted wooden carrying case
• The ultimate vocal performance instrument
• Pristine sound quality demanded by the most discriminating microphone user
• Same large-diaphragm element as the renowned AT4050 studio microphone; true condenser design
• Superior anti-shock engineering ensures low handling noise and quiet performance
• High-quality double-sided PCB uses surface-mount components. Extensive grounding plane and attention to best-practice grounding methods minimize electrical noise
• Multi-stage grille design offers excellent protection against plosives and sibilance without compromising high-frequency clarity
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source
• Custom transformer improves performance specifications by isolating against noise and RF interference, and providing excellent saturation characteristics that contribute to smooth linear sound quality
• Robust design for enduring dependability on the road
• Quiet-Flex stand clamp provides silent, flexible microphone positioning
• Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad

Specifications:

• Element: Externally polarized (DC Bias) condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
• Low Frequency Roll-Off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: -40 dB (10.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 150 ohms
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 147 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.; 157 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
• Noise: 14 dB SPL
• Dynamic Range (typical): 133 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 80 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V DC, 4 mA typical
• Switches: Flat, roll-off; 10 dB pad (nominal)
• Weight: 330 g (11.6 oz)
• Dimensions: 179.0 mm (7.05″) long, 50.0 mm (1.97″) head diameter
• Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Accessories Furnished: AT8470 Quiet-Flex stand clamp for 5/8″-27 threaded stands; 5/8″-27 to 3/8″-16 threaded adapter; wooden case
• Audio-Technica Case Style: T4