Audio Technica AT3032 Specifications

AT3032

OMNIDIRECTIONAL CONDENSER MICROPHONE

• Outstanding performance and versatility

• High SPL handling and wide dynamic range

• Flat, extended frequency response

• Switchable 80 Hz hi-pass filter and 10 dB pad

• Omnidirectional polar pattern provides maximum ambient pickup

The AT3032 is intended for use in professional applications where remote power is available. It requires 11V to 52V DC phantom power, which may be provided by a mixer or console, or by a separate, in-line source such as the Audio-Technica AT8801 singlechannel or CP8506 four-channel phantom power supplies.

Output from the microphone's XLRM-type connector is low impedance (Lo-Z) balanced. The signal appears across Pins 2 and

3; Pin 1 is ground (shield). Output phase is “Pin 2 hot” – positive acoustic pressure produces positive voltage at Pin 2.

To avoid phase cancellation and poor sound, all mic cables must be wired consistently: Pin 1-to-Pin 1, etc.

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AT3032 SPECIFICATIONS †

ELEMENT Fixed-charge back plate permanently polarized condenser

POLAR PATTERN Omnidirectional

FREQUENCY RESPONSE 30-20,000 Hz

LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave

OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY –34 dB (19.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa*

IMPEDANCE 250 ohms

MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL 148 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.;

158 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)

NOISE 1 16 dB SPL

DYNAMIC RANGE (typical) 132 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL

SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO 1 78 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa*

PHANTOM POWER

REQUIREMENTS

11-52V DC, 3 mA typical

SWITCHES Flat, roll-off;

10 dB pad (nominal)

WEIGHT (less accessories) 4.1 oz (116 g)

DIMENSIONS 5.67" (144.0 mm) long, 0.83"

(21.0 mm) maximum body diameter

OUTPUT CONNECTOR Integral 3-pin XLRM-type

ACCESSORIES FURNISHED

AT8405 stand clamp for 5 /

8

"-27 threaded stands; AT8159 foam windscreen; soft protective pouch

†In the interest of standards development, A.T.U.S. offers full details on its test methods to other industry professionals on request.

*1 Pascal = 10 dynes /cm 2 = 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL

1 Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One.

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Polar Pattern

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Frequency Response

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B 10 dB

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An integral 80 Hz hi-pass filter provides easy switching from a flat frequency response to a low-end roll-off. The roll-off position reduces the microphone’s sensitivity to popping in close vocal use.

It also reduces the pickup of low-frequency ambient noise (such as traffic, air-handling systems, etc.), room reverberation and mechanically-coupled vibrations.

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SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION

LEGEND

200 Hz

1 kHz

5 kHz

8 kHz

Same as 1 KHz

120 °

100 500 1k 2k

Frequency in Her tz

LEGEND 12" or more on axis

Roll-off

5k

Avoid leaving the microphone in the open sun or in areas where temperatures exceed 110° F (43° C) for extended periods.

Extremely high humidity should also be avoided.

One-Year Limited Warranty

Audio-Technica brand products purchased in the U.S.A. are warranted for one year from date of purchase by Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. (A.T.U.S.) to be free of defects in materials and workmanship. In event of such defect, product will be repaired promptly without charge or, at our option, replaced with a new product of equal or superior value if delivered to A.T.U.S. or an Authorized Service Center, prepaid, together with the sales slip or other proof of purchase date. Prior approval from A.T.U.S. is required for return. This warranty excludes defects due to normal wear, abuse, shipping damage, or failure to use product in accordance with instructions. This warranty is void in the event of unauthorized repair or modification, or removal or defacing of the product labeling.

For return approval and shipping information, contact the Service Department,

Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224.

Except to the extent precluded by applicable state law, A.T.U.S. will have no liability for any consequential, incidental, or special damages; any warranty of merchantability or fitness for particular purpose expires when this warranty expires.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.

Outside the U.S.A., please contact your local dealer for warranty details.

Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224

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