Audio-Technica AT2010 User Manual

AT2010

8 kHz

Polar Pattern

SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION

LEGEND

200 Hz

1 kHz 5 kHz

Frequency in Hertz

LEGEND

12" or more on axis

Frequency Response

Response in dB

CARDIOID CONDENSER VOCAL MICROPHONE

• Studio-quality sound on stage for crystal-clear vocal performance

• Excels wherever articulate vocals are needed: in houses of worship, for solo performances, jazz vocalists, singer/songwriters, and more

• Features the same 16 mm low-mass diaphragm found in the critically acclaimed AT2020 side-address studio condenser

• Extended frequency response and superior transient response for smooth, natural sonic characteristics

• High SPL-handling and wide dynamic range provide unmatched versatility

• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source

• Multi-stage grille design offers excellent protection against plosives and sibilance without compromising high-frequency clarity

• Corrosion-resistant contacts from gold-plated XLRM-type connector

• Rugged, all-metal design and construction for years of trouble-free use

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• Quiet-Flex

stand clamp provides silent, flexible microphone

positioning

The AT2010 is intended for use in professional applications where remote power is available. It requires 48V DC phantom power, which may be provided by a mixer or console, or by a separate, in-line source such as the Audio-Technica AT8801 single-channel or CP8506 four-channel phantom power supplies.

Output from the microphone's XLRM-type connector is low impedance (Lo-Z) balanced. The signal appears across Pins 2 and 3; Pin 1 is ground (shield). Output phase is “Pin 2 hot” – positive acoustic pressure produces positive voltage at Pin 2.

To avoid phase cancellation and poor sound, all mic cables must be wired consistently: Pin 1-to-Pin 1, etc.

When using the AT2010 in settings with a stage monitor speaker, the speaker should be located 180° off axis (at rear of the microphone). This placement, in conjunction with the microphone's uniform cardioid pickup pattern, will virtually eliminate the possibility of undesired audio feedback.

Avoid leaving the microphone in the open sun or in areas where temperatures exceed 110° F (43° C) for extended periods. Extremely high humidity should also be avoided.

AT2010 SPECIFICATIONS

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ELEMENT Fixed-charge back plate

permanently polarized condenser

POLAR PATTERN Cardioid

FREQUENCY RESPONSE 40-20,000 Hz

OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY –48 dB (3.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa*

IMPEDANCE 100 ohms

MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL 136 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.

DYNAMIC RANGE (typical) 113 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL

SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO

71 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa*

PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS 48V DC, 2 mA typical

WEIGHT 233 g (8.2 oz)

DIMENSIONS 179.1 mm (7.05") long,

50.8 mm (2.00") maximum body diameter

OUTPUT CONNECTOR Integral 3-pin XLRM-type

ACCESSORIES FURNISHED AT8470 Quiet-Flex™stand clamp

for

/8"-27 threaded stands;

/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter;

soft protective pouch

†In the interest of standards development, A.T.U.S. offers full details on its test

methods to other industry professionals on request.

*1 Pascal = 10 dynes/cm

Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

= 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL

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