Audio-Technica AT4081 - Phantom-Powered Bidirectional Ribbon Microphone

The Audio-Technica AT4081 is a slim, stick-style bidirectional (figure-of-eight) ribbon microphone for warm, detailed sound in the studio and on stage. Active electronics running on 48V phantom power bring its output close to condenser-microphone level.

Dual ribbons with a reinforced imprint add durability, neodymium magnets give high output, and a fine mesh protects against wind and plosives. The compact body makes placement easy on guitar cabinets, drums, brass and strings, and it handles up to 150 dB SPL.

Key Features:

• Figure-of-eight ribbon element in a slim stick body
• Active electronics for near-condenser output level
• Dual-ribbon construction with reinforced ribbon imprint
• Neodymium magnets for high output
• Handles 150 dB SPL
• AT8471 isolation clamp and windscreen included
• Integral 3-pin XLRM-type output; requires 48V phantom power

Audio-Technica AT4081 — Phantom-Powered Bidirectional Ribbon Microphone

• Element: Ribbon
• Polar Pattern: Figure-of-eight
• Frequency Response: 30 – 18,000 Hz
• Open-Circuit Sensitivity: –42 dB (7.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 100 ohms
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 150 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
• Noise: 25 dB SPL
• Dynamic Range: 125 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 69 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom Power Requirements: 48V DC, 3.0 mA typical
• Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Weight: 152 g (5.4 oz)
• Dimensions: 155.0 mm (6.10″) long, 21.0 mm (0.83″) maximum body diameter
• MPN: AT4081  ·  UPC: 4961310106409

- AT4081 Bidirectional Ribbon Microphone
- AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands
- 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter
- Windscreen
- Protective carrying case

Safety Data Sheet (PDF)