Audio-Technica Artist Series ATM230 Hypercardioid Dynamic Instrument Mic

The ATM230 hypercardioid instrument microphone brings a compact drum model to Audio-Technica’s favorite Artist Series line.  It is designed specifically for musical instrument pickup in the studio and on stage.  The mic’s proprietary capsule is designed to excel in high SPL applications, delivering full, well-rounded audio with an exceptional low-end.  

The hypercardioid polar pattern of the mic keeps the focus on the sound source, directionality that is aided by the mic’s low-profile design, which allows it to be placed in a wide variety of setups. The mic's polar pattern is more sensitive to sound originating directly in front of the element, making it useful for controlling feedback and reducing pickup of unwanted sounds.  All this makes the ATM230 ideally suited for miking toms, snare, and other percussion instruments.

The microphone is enclosed in a rugged housing and is outfitted with an integral 5/8"-27 threaded stand clamp.  The included AT8665 drum mount screws into the stand clamp to permit mounting of the ATM230 to the rim of a drum.  A soft protective pouch is also included.

Audio-Technica Artist Series ATM230 Hypercardioid Dynamic Instrument Mic features:

• Tailored to capture sound from rack and floor toms, snare drums and other percussion instruments

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

• Big, warm low-frequency response with excellent attackHandles very high SPL at close range

• Hypercardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from thesides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source

• Low-profile design permits versatile placement around drum kit

• Rugged, all-metal construction ensures dependable performance in live-music and studio applications, and years of trouble free use.

Includes AT8665 drum mount and a softprotective pouch

Specifications:

• ELEMENT:  Dynamic
• POLAR PATTERN:  Hypercardioid
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE:  30-12,000 Hz
• OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY:  –54 dB (1.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• IMPEDANCE: 600 ohms
• WEIGHT:  292 g (10.3 oz)
• DIMENSIONS:  82.5 mm (3.2") long, 38.0 mm (1.5") maximum diameter
• OUTPUT CONNECTOR:  Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• ACCESSORIES FURNISHED:  AT8665 drum mount for 5/8"-27 threaded adaptor; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adaptor; soft protective pouch
• AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE:  R2