The Audio-Technica AT4049B Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone is an end-address omnidirectional condenser microphone designed for high-performance audio capture.
The Audio-Technica AT4049B Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone is a professional-grade tool engineered for critical recording, broadcast, and sound reinforcement applications. This end-address condenser microphone excels in high-output conditions, providing open and transparent reproduction for even the most complex instruments and acoustic environments.
The AT4049B features a modular design consisting of two primary subassemblies: the AT4900b-48 microphone body and the AT4049b-EL omnidirectional head capsule. This architecture allows for field-swappable components to meet various recording needs. The system supports additional interchangeable capsules, including the AT4051b-EL cardioid and AT4053b-EL hypercardioid capsules, to adapt to different polar pattern requirements.
Equipped with transformerless circuitry, the AT4049B virtually eliminates low-frequency distortion and provides superior correlation of high-speed transients. The direct-coupled balanced output ensures a clean signal path, maintaining audio integrity even when capturing high-output sources. Its omnidirectional polar pattern provides maximum ambient pickup, making it an ideal choice for professional miking applications where natural room sound is desired.
The microphone includes a switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and a 10 dB pad to provide greater control over audio capture in diverse environments. These features allow the user to manage low-frequency rumble and high sound pressure levels effectively. A rugged housing made of turned brass ensures enduring dependability and protects the internal state-of-the-art electronics.
Audio-Technica utilizes advanced manufacturing techniques to ensure the AT4049B meets stringent consistency and reliability standards. The microphone is fully RoHS-compliant, meaning it is free from hazardous substances specified in the EU directive on the reduction of hazardous substances.
