AES 2016: Audio-Technica Introduces ATM350a Microphone Systems

Audio-Technica is displaying its new ATM350a Microphone Systems at the AES Show in Los Angeles. Offering crisp, clear, well-balanced response even in very high SPL applications, the ATM350a Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone comes in six specially designed systems that provide discreet, rock-solid mounting solutions for a host of instruments, including woodwinds, strings, brass, percussion, drums and piano.

Following in the footsteps of the popular ATM350, the ATM350a is capable of handling 159 dB max SPL, a 10 dB increase over its predecessor. This allows the mic to cope with an even greater range of extremely powerful, dynamic sound sources. Like the ATM350, the new mic features a cardioid polar pattern that reduces side and rear pickup and protects against feedback. The mic’s in-line power module incorporates a switchable 80 Hz hi-pass filter to help control undesired ambient noise.

“This is a notable update to one of our successful products,” stated Gary Boss, Audio-Technica Marketing Director, Pro Products. “End-user feedback led us to provide additional mounting options and updated performance in the mic itself. This new variety of mounting options makes the ATM350a a versatile tool in the studio and its unprecedented build quality is perfectly suited for the road on a wide range of instruments and applications.”

The six ATM350a Microphone Systems combine the instrument microphone with unique UniMount components, giving sound engineers and musicians plenty of dependable mounting options when working on stage or in the studio. Options include a rugged drum mount, all-new magnetic piano mount, upgraded universal clip-on mount, expandable woodwind mount, and two strong, flexible goosenecks (5″ and 9″) that can be attached to any of the mounts.

The Audio-Technica ATM350a Microphone Systems are available in the following configurations:

ATM350a Microphone Systems

ATM350U Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone with Universal Clip-on Mounting System (5″ Gooseneck)
Includes: ATM350a Microphone, AT8543 Power Module, AT8491U Universal Clip-on Mount, AT8490 5″ Gooseneck, AT8468 Violin Mount (hook-and-loop fastener), Protective Carrying Case. US$299.00

ATM350UL Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone with Universal Clip-on Mounting System (9″ Gooseneck)
Includes: ATM350a Microphone, AT8543 Power Module, AT8491U Universal Clip-on Mount, AT8490L 9″ Gooseneck, AT8468 Violin Mount (hook-and-loop fastener), Protective Carrying Case. US$309.00

ATM350PL Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone with Piano Mounting System (9″ Gooseneck)
Includes: ATM350a Microphone, AT8543 Power Module, AT8491P Magnetic Piano Mount, AT8490L 9″ Gooseneck, AT8468 Violin Mount (hook-and-loop fastener), Protective Carrying Case. US$349.00

ATM350D Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone with Drum Mounting System (5″ Gooseneck)
Includes: ATM350a Microphone, AT8543 Power Module, AT8491D Drum Mount, AT8490 5″ Gooseneck, AT8468 Violin Mount (hook-and-loop fastener), Protective Carrying Case. US$349.00

ATM350W Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone with Woodwind Mounting System (5″ Gooseneck)
Includes: ATM350a Microphone, AT8543 Power Module, AT8491W Woodwind Mount, AT8490 5″ Gooseneck, AT8468 Violin Mount (hook-and-loop fastener), Protective Carrying Case. US$349.00

ATM350UcW Wireless Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone with Universal Clip-on Mounting System (5″ Gooseneck)
Includes: ATM350acW microphone terminated with locking 4-pin connector for use with Audio-Technica UniPak body-pack wireless transmitters, AT8491U Universal Clip-on Mount, AT8490 5″ Gooseneck, AT8468 Violin Mount (hook-and-loop fastener), Protective Carrying Case. US$199.00

UniMount Component Systems

AT8492D Drum Mounting System (5″ Gooseneck)
Includes: AT8491D Drum Mount and AT8490 5″ Gooseneck. US$119.00

AT8492PL Magnetic Piano Mounting System (9″ Gooseneck)
Includes: AT8491P Magnetic Piano Mount and AT8490L 9″ Gooseneck. US$119.00

AT8492U Universal Clip-on Mounting System (5″ Gooseneck)
Includes: AT8491U Universal Clip-on Mount and AT8490 5″ Gooseneck. US$69.00

AT8492UL Universal Clip-on Mounting System (9″ Gooseneck)
Includes: AT8491U Universal Clip-on Mount and AT8490L 9″ Gooseneck. US$79.00

AT8492W Woodwind Mounting System (5″ Gooseneck)
Includes: AT8491W Woodwind Mount and AT8490 5″ Gooseneck. US$119.00