Description
The ultimate kick-drum mic, the Artist Elite AE2500 dual-element instrument microphone features cardioid condenser and dynamic capsules combined in one housing. The dynamic element delivers the aggressive attack of the beater; the condenser captures the round tonalities of the shell. Two layers of resistive mesh form multiple densities over the dynamic element’s side-entry ports, exercising precise control over the time at which off-axis signals arrive at the diaphragm. The condenser diaphragm is optimally tensioned and aged for long-term consistency and stability.
Specifications
Microphones
Element Condenser, Dynamic
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Response 20 – 17,000 Hz (condenser)
30 – 10,000 Hz (dynamic)
Low Frequency Roll Off 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave (condenser)
Open Circuit Sensitivity -51 dB (2.8 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa (condenser)
-54 dB (1.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa (dynamic)
Maximum Input Sound Level 148 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. (condenser);
158 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal)
Dynamic Range 124 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL (condenser)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 70 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa (condenser)
Phantom Power Requirements 11-52V DC, 3 mA typical (condenser)
Weight 390g
Cable 16.5′ (5 m) dual shielded, 8-conductor cable, 5-pin XLRF-type connector at microphone, two 3-pin XLRM-type output connectors
Dimensions 6.50″ (165.0 mm) long, 2.17″ (55.0 mm) maximum diameter
Output Connector Integral 5-pin XLRM-type
Accessories Included AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8″-27 threaded stands; 5/8″-27 to 3/8″-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch
