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The U853R cardioid condenser hanging microphone is equipped with UniGuard technology that offers unsurpassed immunity from radio frequency interference. With a consistent cardioid polar pattern, the mic offers natural sound and superior gain before feedback. It is phantom powered and features an integral 80Hz low-cut UniSteep filter that reduces pickup of low-frequency ambient noise.

Includes AT8153 two-stage foam windscreen; AT8451 steel hanger; AT8538 power module; AT8438 5/8"-27 stand adapter.

Audio-Technica U853R Cardioid Condenser Hanging Microphone White
Audio-Technica U853R Cardioid Condenser Hanging Microphone White
Audio-Technica U853R Cardioid Condenser Hanging Microphone White

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  • Designed for suspension over choirs, instrumental groups and theater stages
  • Superior off-axis rejection for maximum gain before feedback
  • UniGuard RFI-shielding technology offers outstanding rejection of radio frequency interference (RFI)
  • UniSteep filter provides a steep low-frequency attenuation
  • Accepts interchangeable elements available optionally in several polar patterns
  • Low-profile design with low-reflectance finish for minimum visibility
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  • ELEMENT: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
  • POLAR PATTERN cardioid
  • FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 30-20,000 Hz
  • LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF : 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
  • OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY: ”39 dB (7.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
  • IMPEDANCE: 250 ohms
  • MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL: 139 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
  • DYNAMIC RANGE (TYPICAL): 115 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
  • SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO: 70 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
  • PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS: 11-52V DC, 2 mA typical
  • SWITCH: Flat, roll-off
  • WEIGHT (microphone): 0.5 oz (14g)
  • WEIGHT (power module) : 2.9 oz (97g)
  • DIMENSION (microphone): 1.34" (34.0 mm) long, 0.48" (12.2 mm) diameter
  • DIMENSION (power module): 3.66" (92.9 mm) long, 0.74" (18.9 mm) diameter
  • OUTPUT CONNECTOR (power module): Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
  • CABLE: 25.0' (7.6 m) long (permanently attached to microphone), 0.13" (3.2 mm) diameter, 2-conductor, shielded cable with TA3F-type connector
  • ACCESSORIES FURNISHED: AT8153(WH) two-stage foam windscreen; AT8451(WH) steel hanger; AT8538 wall/ceiling plate power module; AT8438 5/8"-27 stand adapter
  • AUDIO-TECHNICA CASE STYLE: M12

collapse expand iconWarranty

One year parts and labor warranty.

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