The Audio-Technica AT4021 Cardioid Condenser Microphone is a highly versatile small diaphragm mic designed for Location Sound Audio as well as Field Recordings and in Post Production. With its cardioid polar pattern, it offers excellent front and rear sound rejection, making it ideal for capturing directional Ambience Sounds as well as for X/Y Set Ups.
Its flat, extended frequency response and large dynamic range handle high sound pressure levels with ease, ensuring detailed and accurate sound reproduction. Featuring a low-mass diaphragm, the Audio-Technica AT4021 provides superb transient response and low self-noise. It also includes a switchable 80 Hz low-cut filter and a 10 dB attenuator for added versatility.
Audio-Technica AT4021 features
- Cardioid Condenser Electret microphone with cardioid polar pattern
- Sleek design
- Ideal for overheads, Hit Hat, snare, toms, percussion, piano, accordion and banjo
- Flat and extended frequency response and large dynamic range
- Easily supports high sound pressure levels (up to 156dB SPL with attenuator)
- Low-mass diaphragm improves transient response and reduces the transfer of unwanted mechanical noise
- 80Hz low-cut filter and 10dB switchable attenuator
- Very low self-noise
- Excellent reproduction of low frequency sound
- Product designed in Japan, guaranteed for 15 years
Audio-Technica AT4021 Specifications
Polar Pattern |
Cardioid |
Frequency Response |
20 - 20.000 Hz |
Low Frequency Roll Off |
80 Hz, 18 dB/octave |
Open Circuit Sensitivity |
-34 dB (19.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa |
Maximum Input Sound Level |
146 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.; 156 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal) |
Dynamic Range |
132 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio |
80 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa |
Phantom Power Requirements |
48V DC, 3.0 mA typical |
Weight |
119g |
Dimensions |
144.0 mm (5.67") long, 21.0 mm (0.83") maximum body diameter |
Output Connector |
Integral 3-pin XLRM-type |
Accessories Included |
AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands windscreen protective carrying case |