audio technica / AT857BD/C

This gooseneck condenser microphone is manufactured by Audio Technica. Its long length of 530mm makes it suitable for use when speaking from a standing position, such as at an emcee's seat or podium. It features an 80Hz, 12dB/octave low-cut filter that effectively reduces wind noise and air conditioning noise. It also features a PAT.P. windscreen that is resistant to wind noise.

■Gooseneck condenser microphone
■Unidirectional
■Frequency response: 20-20,000Hz
■Sensitivity: -42dB (with battery), -40dB (with phantom power)
■Maximum sound pressure level: 119dB S.P.L. (with battery), 134dB S.P.L. (Phantom Mode)
■Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 68dB
■Output Impedance: 250Ω balanced (battery mode), 200Ω balanced (phantom mode)
■Power Supply: 1 x AA alkaline or manganese battery, 11-52V DC phantom mode
■Current Draw: 0.4mA (battery mode), 2mA (phantom mode)
■Low Cut: 80Hz, 12dB/octave
■Size/Weight: Length 530mm, 183g
■Finish: Matte black baked finish

~From the manufacturer's website~
- This slim, high-quality microphone is ideal for meetings and lectures.
- Based on the standard model AT857D/C, it features a two-way power supply that can also be powered by a battery (1 x AA battery). It can also be connected to audio equipment and compact mixer amplifiers that do not have phantom power.
- BD indicates battery operation, and C indicates cardioid characteristics.
- A long type with a total length of 530mm that can be used for standing speeches such as at an emcee's seat or podium.
- Also useful when you want to use a condenser microphone in existing facilities such as elementary and junior high schools, community centers, and banquet halls.
- Comes standard with an 80Hz, 12dB/oct. low-cut filter that effectively reduces wind noise and air conditioning noise.
- Features a newly developed windscreen (PAT.P.) that is resistant to wind noise.
- Enhanced RF protection against mobile phones, wireless intercoms, and radio waves. Significantly reduces noise, eliminating problems in poor working environments.