OVERHEAD CONDENSER
ADX40
ADX40
OVERVIEW
The ADX40 is a miniaturized condenser microphone designed to hang from an
overhead position for applications such as group vocals, choir, theatrical production
and room ambience. Known for its clarity, resistance to feedback, and ease of
operation, the ADX40 has the ability to accurately capture and reproduce sound from
a distance.
The ADX40 is characterized with a uniformly controlled cardioid polar pattern, helping
to isolate the area or section being miked from other vocals or instruments on stage.
The ADX40 is also available in a hypercardioid polar pattern (model ADX40HC) for
tighter pick-up control. With a wide frequency range of 40 Hz - 20 kHz, the ADX40
provides natural sound with exceptional transient response.
The ADX40 is supplied with an attached 30’ cable, external windscreen, wire hanger
for positioning and phantom power adapter. Manufactured with very high standards
and tight tolerances, the ADX40 features a machined brass body, field replaceable
capsule and a variety of optional accessories. The ADX40 is available in non-reflective
black or white finish (ADX40W).
MODEL VARIATIONS
ADX40W - Same as above in white
ADX40HC - Hypercardioid capsule in black
ADX40WHC - Hypercardioid capsule in white
MICROPHONE
FEATURES
· Small, lightweight, low profile
· Excellent for distance miking
· Available in 2 polar patterns
· Available in black or white
APPLICATIONS
· Overhead mic for choir, group vocal
· Orchestra miking
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
APS910 - Cylindrical preamplifier for use with phantom power
HANGER40 - Wire hanger
P1 - Carrying pouch
- 30’ attached shielded cable with mini XLR-f connector
WS20 - External foam windscreen (black) or WS20W (white)
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
APS911 - Battery/phantom preamplifier with on/off switch and roll-off
MCHANGER - Clear plastic clip
MCMICRO - Microphone stand adapter
MCSWIVEL- Shockmount adapter with ball and socket pivot
SMTMICRO - Microphone stand adapter with shockmount ring
APS910 ADX40 P1 WS20 APS911 MCHANGER MCMICRO MCSWIVEL SMTMICRO
on HANGER40
· Ambient room miking
· Symphonic area miking
· School plays, theatrical productions
REPLACEMENT CAPSULES
CPSADXC - Cardioid in black
CPSADXCW - Cardioid in white
CPSADXHC - Hypercardioid in black
CPSADXHCW - Hypercardioid in white
SPECIFICATIONS
Transducer Type
Frequency Response
Polar Pattern
Output Impedance
Sensitivity
Equivalent Noise Level 29 dB (A weighted)
Signal to Noise Ratio 65 dB
Maximum SPL
Power Requirements
Cable/Connector
Polarity
Materials / Finish
Weight
Length
Condenser
40 Hz - 20 kHz
Cardioid
Hypercardioid (ADX40HC)
250 ohms balanced
5 mV / Pa @ 1k
≥130 dB
9 - 52 Volts phantom
Shielded 30’ terminating to a
miniature 3 pin Female XLR
connector
Positive pressure on diaphragm
produces positive voltage on
pin 2 relative to pin 3
Brass / Black E-Coat
110 g / 4 oz
30 mm / 1.2 in
DIMENSIONS (mm)
ARCHITECT AND ENGINEER SPECIFICATIONS
The microphone shall be of the condenser type with a modular threaded
capsule. The microphone shall be available in cardioid and hypercardioid polar
patterns and shall have a 30’ cable terminating in a mini-XLR female connector.
The microphone shall be provided with a remote cylindrical phantom power
adapter that will allow the microphone to operate between 9 volts and 52
volts phantom power. The microphone shall have a sensitivity of 5 mV / Pa
and a nominal impedance of 250 ohms at 1 kHz. The microphone shall have a
maximum SPL level of ≥130 dB. The microphone shall be machined out of brass
with a length of 30 mm and a capsule diameter of 12 mm. The microphone shall
be the Audix ADX40.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
The ADX40 is a low impedance microphone and should be plugged into a
“microphone level” input on the console, mixer, or recording device. The ADX40
requires phantom power and will NOT operate without phantom power voltage
(minimum of 9 - 48 Volts) which is available on most professional microphone
preamps and mixing devices. If phantom power is not available on your
equipment, you may use the APS911 which is an optional accessory that allows
for battery operation. Avoid plugging or unplugging the microphone from a PA
system unless the channel is muted or the volume of the system turned down.
Failure to do so may result in a loud “popping” noise which could seriously
damage the speakers in the PA system.
ADX40
APS-910 phantom power adapter: Note that the mini-XLRf connector at the
end of the ADX40 microphone cable plugs into mini-XLRm side of the APS910
power adapter. From there, plug a standard XLR-XLR microphone cable to
complete the connection from the APS910 to the mixing board.
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
Windscreen: The supplied windscreen is not necessary when using the ADX40
in the overhead position.
USER TIPS
As an overhead microphone: The ADX40 is designed for an area of 6-8 feet
wide. Two microphones can usually cover a 15 foot wide area when placed
POLAR PATTERNS
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SERVICE AND WARRANTY:
workmanship, Audix will repair or replace said product at no charge with proof of purchase. Audix does not pay or reimburse shipping costs for warranty repairs or returns. The warranty excludes
any causes other than manufacturing defects, such as normal wear, abuse, environmental damage, shipping damage or failure to use or maintain the product per the supplied instructions. No
Implied Warranties: All implied warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are hereby excluded. The liability of Audix, if any,
for damages relating to allegedly defective products shall be limited to the actual price paid by Dealer for such products and shall in no event include incidental or consequential damages of
any kind. Should your microphone fail in any way, please contact the Audix Service department at 503.682.6933. A Return Authorization is required before returning any product. OTHER THAN
THIS WARRANTY, AUDIX MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS, THE USE OF THE PRODUCTS, THE PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCTS. AUDIX SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT OR SIMILAR DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR BASED ON THE SALE, USE, STORAGE OR DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCTS, AUDIX’S
SERVICE WORK, BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT. NEGLIGENCE, OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF AUDIX HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
This microphone is under warranty for a period of 3 years to be free of defects in material and workmanship. In the event of a product failure due to materials or
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strategically. Refer to microphone placement drawing.
As a stand mounted microphone: The ADX40 can also be used on a standard
microphone stand for speech by using one of the optional microphone stand
adapters (MCSWIVEL, SMTMICRO or MCMICRO). When using the ADX40 for
speech, the foam windscreen is recommended to help control popping or wind
noise.
Further miking techniques may be found at www.audixusa.com.
ALL SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
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