Audio-Technica BP4073 Line + Gradient Condenser Shotgun Microphone

The Audio-Technica BP4073 Shotgun Microphone is a compact, lightweight short shotgun microphone designed for high-quality field recordings. At just 233mm long and a weight of 99g, it is perfect for mounting on cameras, Boompoles, or tripods for broadcasting, film/TV production, and theater sound reinforcement. With its highly directional design and a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz, it captures clear, focused audio with excellent off-axis noise rejection, even in noisy environments. The Double Wave Diaphragm technology ensures high sensitivity with low self-noise, while the balanced output maintains a clean signal in high-output situations.

Built for durability, the BP4073 features a rugged aluminum alloy housing and protection against mobile phone interference and unwanted radio frequencies. It includes a switchable 80 Hz hi-pass filter and 10 dB pad for greater flexibility, as well as accessories like a foam windscreen and protective carry case. This microphone is designed for precise audio capture, offering outstanding intelligibility and directivity, making it an essential tool for professional recordings in dynamic environments.

Audio-Technica BP4073 features

• Short (233mm) shotgun microphone
• Compact size and light weight (99g)
• Highly directional, with a frequency range of (20Hz to 20kHz)
• Excellent off-axis noise rejection
• High sensitivity with low self noise
• Direct-coupled, balanced output
• Same directivity as mics up to 50% longer
• Switchable 80 Hz hi-pass filter & 10 dB pad
• Rugged housing made of lightweight structural-grade aluminum alloy
• Effective protection against radio frequency
• Comes with a foam windscreen

Audio-Technica BP4073 Specifications