Audio Technica AT3060 Specifications

• Warm classic tube sound

• No dedicated power supply or special cable needed;operates
exclusively on 48V DC phantom power

• Large-diaphragm element delivers high sensitivity and smooth
sound reproduction with low noise levels

• Custom shock mount provides superior isolation

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

The AT3060 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 single­channel and 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.

ATTENTION: As with any sophisticated vacuum tube equipment,
the AT3060 requires up to 10 minutes after phantom power is
supplied to the microphone for the unit's electronics to stabilize.

Always use the microphone with the provided AT8458 shock mount.
Secure the cable to the mic stand or boom, leaving a slack loop at
the mic. This will ensure the most effective shock isolation and
reduce the possibility of accidentally pulling the microphone out of
its mount.

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.

One-Year Limited Warranty

Audio-Technica brand products purchased in the U.S.A. are warranted for one y ear from date
of purchase by Audio-Technica U.S., Inc.(A.T.U.S.) to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship. In event of such def ect, product will be repaired promptly without charge or, at
our option, replaced with a new product of equal or superior value if delivered to A.T.U.S.or
an Authorized Service Center, prepaid, together with the sales slip or other proof of purchase
date. Prior approval from A.T.U.S. is required for return. This warranty excludes def ects
due to normal wear, abuse, shipping damage, or f ailure to use product in accordance with
instructions. This warranty is void in the event of unauthorized repair or modification, or
removal or defacing of the product labeling.

For return approval and shipping information,contact the Service Department,
Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224.

Except to the extent precluded by applicable state law, A.T.U.S.will have no liability for

any consequential, incidental,or special damages;any warranty of merchantability or
fitness for particular purpose expires when this warranty expires.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you ma y have other rights which vary from
state to state.

Outside the U.S.A., please contact your local dealer for warranty details.

AT3060 SPECIFICATIONS

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ELEMENT Fixed-charge back plate

permanently polarized
condenser

POLAR PATTERN Cardioid
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 50-16,000 Hz
OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY –32 dB (25.1 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa*
IMPEDANCE 400 ohms
MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL 134 dB SPL,1 kHz at1% T.H.D.
NOISE

1

17 dB SPL

DYNAMIC RANGE (typical) 117 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO

1

77 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa*

PHANTOM POWER 48V DC, 3 mA typical
REQUIREMENTS

WEIGHT (less accessories) 19.1 oz (540 g)
DIMENSIONS 6.71" (170.5 mm) long, 2.05"

(52.0 mm) maximum body
diameter

OUTPUT CONNECTOR Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
ACCESSORIES FURNISHED

Shock mount for 5/8"-27
threaded stands; soft protective
pouch

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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

2

= 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL

1

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

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224

Audio-Technica Limited, Old Lane, Leeds LS11 8AG England

www.audio-technica.com

P51575-EN ©2003 Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. Printed in Japan

AT3060

CARDIOID PHANTOM-POWERED TUBE MICROPHONE

12" or more on axis

10050200

LEGEND

10k

5k

1k

500

2k

20k

Frequency in Hertz

Frequency Response

Response in dB

10 dB

8 kHz

Polar Pattern

180

SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION

LEGEND

200 Hz

1 kHz
5 kHz

270

240

210

300

330

0

150

120

90

30

60