Audio-Technica PRO 24 Stereo Condenser Microphone

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With its stereo pickup pattern, the Audio-Technica Pro 24 microphone is a high-quality, lightweight and affordable choice for filming or field recording.

The PRO 24 sets a price/performance standard in stereo microphone technology. Designed for professional recording and DAT field use, it offers the convenience of affordable, high-quality stereo pickup in a single microphone. Its compact, lightweight design is perfect for camera-mount use. The microphone features a pair of cardioid elements in an X-Y configuration to provide the spatial impact and realism of a live sound field. It features battery-free operation when used with recording devices that provide plug-in power at the mic input. Like all Audio-Technica mics, the PRO 24 is rugged; it's built to endure the rigors of field production.

Features:

- Stereo microphone with 1/8" mini plug output for camera
- Designed for a wide range of stereo applications, including field recording, video production and studio use
- Affordable, high-quality stereo pickup in a single microphone
- Compact, lightweight design is perfect for camera-mount use
- Pair of cardioid elements in X-Y configuration provides the spatial impact and realism of a live sound field
- Battery-free operation when used with recording devices that provide plug-in power at the mic input
- Rugged construction; built to endure the rigors of field production
- On/Off switch for convenient operation
- 6 ft. (1.8 m) cable permanently attached to microphone

Elements: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser

Polar Pattern: X/Y Stereo

Frequency Response: 100-17,000 Hz

Open Circuit Sensitivity: -50 dB (3.1 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa

Impedance: 600 ohms

Maximum Input Sound Level: 119 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.

Dynamic Range (typical): 82 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL

Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 57 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa

Power Requirements: 2-10V DC plug-in power

Battery Type: 1.5V LR44

Battery Current / Life: 0.6 mA / 200 hours typical

Switch: On/off

Weight: 3.9 oz (111 g)

Dimensions: 4.59 in. (116.5 mm) long, 0.83 in. (21.0 mm) maximum body diameter

Output Connector: 3.5 mm stereo mini plug on cable

Cable: Permanently attached 6ft. (1.8 m) cable with 3.5 mm stereo plug at output end

Accessories Furnished: AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8 in.-27 threaded stands; 5/8 in.-27 to 3/8 in.-16 threaded adapter; LR44 battery; windscreen; soft protective pouch

Audio-Technica Case Style: S10

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 330-686-2600 x5000
Email: audio-solutions@atus.com

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (14 ratings)
Submitted August 21, 2012 by Mike S in Troy, MI

"Excellent Mic"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Bought this a use with the $100 tascam recorder. The recorder has built in stationary mics in a y pattern. The Pro 24 mic allows better recording, better stereo separation, more flexible placement because I can put the recorder by me to hit record and stop, but I can have the mic 5 feet away in a more central location mounted up on a mic stand. This has made my band rehearsal recordings much much better. You have to turn on the mic power setting on the tascam to make it work. Also, there is a little bit a noise compared to recording without the external mic. Not sure if that is due to the mic or the recorder. But it's not enough to cause any problems. The gain on the recorder is a lot lower than the built in mic, so when I use this recorder, I have to turn the record level up from zero to 60 (out of 100 i think?). I think turning the level up so high is what is causing the noise.

Musical Background:

sax player for 23 years. jazz/blues/funk band, Gig occasionally

Musical Style:

Jazz, Blues, Smooth Jazz
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