Audio Technica ATR2500-USB Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Audio-Technica ATR2500-USB Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone Ideal for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, and voiceover use, the ATR2500-USB plugs right into your computer’s USB port, and functions seamlessly with your favorite recording software. This large-diaphragm side-address condenser offers a USB output for recording to your computer, a quality analog-to-digital converter for excellent fidelity, and a headphone output with level control for monitoring. Its cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of unwanted sounds from the sides and rear. Winner of numerous industry awards, Audio-Technica manufactures products that set quality, durability and price/performance standards for live sound tours, broadcast and recording studios, corporate and government facilities, house-of-worship venues, and more. A-T microphones are chosen for critical government installations such as the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate. Audio-Technica microphones and wireless systems are also selected for major broadcast music events, including the Grammy Awards and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies Side-address condenser microphone with USB output for easy connection to your computer Ideal for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording, and voiceover use Built-in headphone jack allows you to directly monitor from your microphone Adjust headphone volume with easy-to-use controls on the front of the microphone High-quality AD convertor with 16 bit, 44.1/48 kHz sampling rate Compatible with Windows and Mac Low-mass diaphragm provides excellent frequency response Low self-noise – ideally suited for digital recording equipment. Element: Condenser Polar Pattern: Cardioid Frequency Response: 30-15,000 Hz Power Requirements: USB Power (5V DC) Bit Depth: 16 bit Sample Rate: 44.1 kHz/48 kHz Volume Control: Headphone volume controlled by up/down buttons Weight: 366 g (12.9 oz) Dimensions: 155.0 mm (6.10") long, 50.0 mm (1.97") maximum body diameter Output Connector: USB-type Headphone Output Power: 10 mW @ 16 ohms Headphone Jack: 3.5 mm TRS (stereo) Accessories Furnished: Pivoting stand mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; tripod desk stand; 1.8 m (5.9') mini USB cable