Audio Technica AT897 Short Shortgun Microphone, 279mm long

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Product Summary

The Audio-Technica AT897 is a short shotgun microphone ideal for film, TV, and video production, as well as broadcast and wildlife recording. Its compact design allows it to mount easily on DV camcorders without intruding into the frame. The microphone features a narrow acceptance angle for excellent long-distance audio pickup, smooth on-axis sound quality, and effective off-axis sound rejection. It operates on both battery and phantom power, ensuring versatility in various recording environments.

Key Features

  • Narrow acceptance angle for long-distance pickup
  • Smooth, natural on-axis audio quality
  • Excellent off-axis sound rejection
  • Switchable low-frequency roll-off
  • Operates on battery or phantom power

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Product Details

The Audio-Technica AT897 is designed for field audio acquisition in film/TV/video production, professional recording, wildlife recording and broadcast applications. It mounts conveniently on a DV camcorder without adding noticeable heft, and remains out of the frame even with compact digital cameras.

This high-performance short shotgun microphone offers outstanding long-distance audio pickup due to narrow acceptance angle of line + gradient design. It also features smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality and excellent off-axis rejection of sound arriving from the sides and rear of mic.

Highlights

  • Designed for video production and broadcast (ENG/EFP) audio acquisition
  • Short length (11") ensures mic stays out of the shot -- even when used with compact digital cameras
  • Smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality
  • Provides the narrow acceptance angle desirable for long-distance sound pickup
  • Excellent sound rejection from the sides and rear of mic
  • Switchable low-frequency roll-off
  • Operates on battery or phantom power
  • RoHS compliant—free from all substances specified in the EU directive on hazardous substances

Technical Specifications

  • Microphone Type: Condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Shotgun
  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity: -40 dB
  • Impedance: 200 ohms
  • Maximum SPL: 126 dB
  • Signal To Noise Ratio: 77 dB
  • Power Requirements: +48V Phantom Power
  • Connection: 3 Pin XLR (Male)

Whats In The Box

  • Audio Technica AT897
  • AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands
  • AT8134 windscreen; battery
  • 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter
  • Protective carrying case

Dimensions

  • Width: 279 mm
  • Depth: 21 mm
  • Weight: 0.15 Kg
Tech Specs
SKU:
AT897
Model Name:
AT897
Brand:
Audio Technica

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