Audio-Technica AE5400 - Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone

The Audio-Technica AE5400 is a handheld vocal microphone built around a large-diaphragm, externally polarized (true) condenser element, bringing studio-style vocal detail to the stage. Anti-shock engineering keeps handling noise down.

An integral 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad, plus a cardioid pattern for isolation, suit loud stages; the Quiet-Flex stand clamp is included.

Key Features:

• Large-diaphragm externally polarized (true) condenser element
• Anti-shock engineering minimizes handling noise
• Switchable 80 Hz high-pass filter and 10 dB pad
• Handles 147 dB SPL (157 dB SPL with pad)
• Cardioid pattern reduces pickup from sides and rear
• Robust construction for live use
• AT8470 Quiet-Flex stand clamp included

Audio-Technica AE5400 — Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone

• Element: Externally polarized (DC bias) condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 20 – 20,000 Hz
• Low Frequency Roll-Off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: –40 dB (10.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 150 ohms
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 147 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.; 157 dB SPL with 10 dB pad (nominal)
• Noise: 14 dB SPL
• Dynamic Range: 133 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 80 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom Power Requirements: 11 – 52V DC, 4 mA typical
• Switches: High-pass filter; 10 dB pad (nominal)
• Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Weight: 330 g (11.6 oz)
• Dimensions: 179.0 mm (7.05″) long, 50.0 mm (1.97″) head diameter, 33.0 to 22.0 mm (1.30″ to 0.87″) tapered body
• MPN: AE5400  ·  UPC: 4961310088507

- AE5400 microphone
- AT8470 Quiet-Flex stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands
- Soft protective pouch

Safety Data Sheet (PDF)