Audio-Technica AT897 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone - SKU#1915890

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Audio-Technica AT897 Line + Gradient Condenser Microphone
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2021-11-01T03:57:31

Rated 5 out of 5

Great mic

Great mic, the fidelity is really firm.

ACCOUNTS P.

2021-05-13T04:56:41

Rated 5 out of 5

Great mic, great price

Great microphone so far. They audio is crisp and clear, super easy to use right out of the box. Definitely impressed.

STEVE V.

2021-02-04T07:11:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Very versatile.

This is a great mic. I use it for VOs and capturing ambient sound.

Dave M.

2020-10-01T07:30:30

Rated 5 out of 5

good stuff

good for on-location on-set or even as an impromptu podcasting mic in a pinch. buy one.

Dylan L.

2014-03-31T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

What a great mic!

I'm a film guy through and through. I know that audio is half the picture, but there's only so much one can wrap their head around. Thankfully this mic makes it easy for me. Great mic at a great price.

EVAN S.

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Audio-Technica AT897 Specifications

  • Element

    Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser

  • Polar Pattern

    Line + gradient

  • Frequency Response

    20-20000 Hz

  • Low Frequency Roll-Off

    80 Hz, 12 dB/octave

  • Open Circuit Sensitivity

    Phantom: -40 dB (10.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
    Battery: -41 dB (8.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa

  • Impedance

    Phantom: 200 ohms
    Battery: 300 ohms

  • Maximum Input Sound Level

    Phantom: 129 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
    Battery: 115 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.

  • Dynamic Range (Typical)

    Phantom: 112 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
    Battery: 98 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL

  • Signal-To-Noise Ratio

    77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa

  • Phantom Power Requirements

    11-52V DC, 2 mA typical

  • Battery Type

    1.5V AA/UM3

  • Battery Current Type

    0.4 mA / 1200 hours typical (alkaline)

  • Switch

    Flat, roll-off (recessed)

  • Output Connector

    Integral 3-pin XLRM-type

  • Dimensions (LxDia)

    10.98x0.83"/ 27.88x2.10cm

  • Weight

    5.1 oz (145 g)

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About Audio-Technica AT897 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone - SKU#1915890

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great mic

By ACCOUNTS P.

Great mic, the fidelity is really firm.

Great mic, great price

By STEVE V.

Great microphone so far. They audio is crisp and clear, super easy to use right out of the box. Definitely impressed.

The Audio-Technica AT897 Line + Gradient Condenser Microphone is designed for audio capturing in video and broadcast applications. The microphone's unobtrusive length of 11" (279.40mm) ensures that the microphone remains out of the frame when mounted on compact, consumer video cameras.

The microphone's narrow pick up pattern enhances signal reproduction when capturing audio at long range. Excellent off-axis sound rejection minimizes noise and ambiance, emphasizing the desired signal. A wide frequency response provides accurate sound reproduction of signals registering at various frequencies. A low-cut frequency switch eliminates noise and hum registering at the low frequency range. The microphone operates on a single 1.5v AA battery or 11V - 52V phantom power.

Audio-Technica AT897 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone - SKU#1915890 Features

  • Designed for video production and broadcast (ENG/EFP) audio acquisition
  • Short length (11") ensures mic stays out of the shot -- even when used with compact digital cameras
  • Smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality
  • Provides the narrow acceptance angle desirable for long-distance sound pickup
  • Excellent sound rejection from the sides and rear of mic
  • Switchable low-frequency roll-off
  • Operates on battery or phantom power
  • RoHS compliant-free from all substances specified in the EU directive on hazardous substances

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What's in the box:

  • Audio-Technica AT897 Line + Gradient Condenser Microphone
  • AT8405a Stand Clamp
  • AT8134 Windscreen
  • Protective Carrying Case
  • Item Note: Missing 5/8 "-27 to 3/8 "-16 Threaded Adapter

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