Audio-Technica AT5045
Key characteristics of Audio-Technica AT5045
- Large single membrane in a compact housing
- Especially for the overhead-acceptance of all acoustic instruments like guitar, strings, percussion, etc.
- Directivity: Cardioid
- Frequency range: 20 – 20,000 Hz
- Boundary sound pressure: 149 dB
- Sensitivity: -35 dB (17.7 mV) re 1V @ 1 Pa
- Requires 48 V phantom power
- Aluminium-copper case
- Dimensions: 177 x 25 mm
- Weight: 197 g
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Customer Review Summary
The Audio-Technica AT5045 is an exceptional all-round microphone that performs brilliantly even in less acoustically treated spaces. It excels across various applications, making it a versatile choice for any recording scenario.
I’ve found it particularly impressive for electric guitar, where it outshines the SM57, as well as for acoustic guitar, string instruments, and percussion. Its transparency is remarkable, capturing the nuances of instruments like the violin and providing a clear sound for percussions.
The design of the microphone’s shock mount is both perfect and innovative, setting it apart from other microphones I’ve encountered. During a seminar with recording legend Al Schmitt, he recommended the AT5045 as an affordable option, particularly highlighting its suitability as a pair for drum overheads.
Overall, I am extremely satisfied with the performance of the AT5045, and I can wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone in need of a high-quality microphone.
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