AE3000 Audio-Technica | Audio-Technica

Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone

AE3000

The go-to microphone for all percussion instruments

Excels in high-SPL applications such as guitar cabinets, toms, snare, timpani and overheads

Large-diaphragm capsule combines with the open architecture of the headcase to provide an extremely accurate and open sound

Low-profile side-address design with tapered grille allows optimal positioning of element vis-à-vis sound source

Robust design for enduring dependability on the road

Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad

Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source

Cardioid electret microphone offering exceptional sound performance on acoustic instruments. Designed to work at high sound pressure levels, the AE3000 proves indispensable for all percussive instruments. Its large diaphragm element excels with acoustic guitars, guitar amps, toms, overheads, percussion, snare, timpani and other acoustic instruments.

AE3000 Specifications

Element

Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser

Polar Pattern

Cardioid

Frequency Response

20 ~ 20,000 Hz

Low Frequency Roll-Off

80 Hz, 12 dB/octave

Open Circuit Sensitivity

-43 dB (7.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa

Impedance

100 Ω

Maximum Input Sound Level

148 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
158 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (normal)

Noise

11 dB SPL

Dynamic Range (Typical)

137 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL

Signal-To-Noise Ratio

83 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa

Phantom Power

11-52V DC, 3 mA typical

Switch

High-pass filter; 10 dB pad (nominal)

Weight

170 g

Dimensions

115.5 mm long, 48.0 mm maximun diameter

Output Connector

Integral 3-pin XLRM-type

Accessories Furnished

AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8＂-27 threaded stands;
5/8＂-27 to 3/8＂-16 threaded adapter;
soft protective pouch