Audio Technica AT2021 Microphone Cardioid

Ideal for home studio and live applications, the low-profile AT2021 offers an extended frequency response, high maximum SPL and wide dynamic range. The microphone is outstanding for acoustic guitar, overheads, piano and group vocals. Its low-mass element offers a superb transient response.

Features

• Ideal for acoustic guitar, overheads, piano and group vocals
• Condenser design for studio-quality vocal and instrument applications
• Excels in high-SPL applications
• Extended response for smooth, natural sonic characteristics
• Low-mass element for superb transient response
• Corrosion-resistant contacts from gold-plated XLRM-type connector
• Rugged design and construction for reliable performance
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source

Specifications

• Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 30-20,000 Hz
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: –39 dB (11.2 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 145 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.