Audio-Technica AT4022 Small-diaphragm Condenser Microphone Reviews
Audio-Technica's AT4022 is a low-profile omnidirectional condenser microphone that's a great choice for miking acoustic guitar, piano, and a host of other acoustic instruments. Ideal for both studio and live situations, thanks to its high SPL handling, wide dynamic range, and flat frequency response, the AT4022 also features a special low-mass diaphragm that serves to improve transient response and reduce issues from mechanical and handling noise. Ruggedly designed and featuring a switchable highpass filter and 10dB pad, the AT4022 is another superb microphone from Audio-Technica.
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Great for Organs
First off, I use these almost exclusively for recording a large Hauptwerk virtual pipe organ - and they are EXCELLENT for that. I place them about 30' back from the sound source, about 12-15' up in the air, at about 16 inches apart. This gives a great image. Great reflections for the room, plus the direct sound from the organ. This also does great on the low end, which can easily be lacking in organ recordings. If you want to hear some samples, check out Greenwood UMC Hauptwerk on YouTube. (The attached video was the first time I used these - using a Behringer interface - direct to video. No editing.)
I also use them to record solo grand piano on occasion - about 4-5" from the strings, directly above the hammers. One on the treble, one on the bass.
Best Kept Secret Amongst Value Omni Microphones
This microphone is truly wonderful, and -by far- the most transparent omni microphone in it's price-point. Let me begin by saying this: I'm a classical recording engineer whose projects often include "industry standard" microphones. I've been blessed with the opportunity to use some very sought-after mics, by names like DPA, Schoeps, Earthworks, Neumann, AKG, etc. My projects are almost always tracked @24bit/96khz, and my signal chain is as pristine as it can be with the money that I am able to spend on it. Needless to say, my main concern is transparency.
This microphone is as transparent as it's gonna get... In fact, I would wager to say that it holds it's own against the "major names" of the industry. Is it a DPA 4006? No. But at 1/6 the price, you can't expect it to be.
The AT4022 is a fantastic microphone, especially for those who are looking to record classical music. Get a pair of these, a nice preamp, good A/D converters, and you're setup for success. Your recording will sound very (and I mean very) close to the original source. Try as you might, you won't find another microphone with this low of a noise floor, and this accurate of a response, at this low of a price.
Seriously, just pick one up. You'll be glad that you did. I sure was!
Excellent performance and value!
Wide, flat frequency response all the way down to 20 Hz. Used in my main stereo array for recording symphonic bands, orchestras, and horn sections of jazz bands. Ultra-low noise. Solidly built. I use the AT 8410a shockmount with it. The value is extraordinary!
Big disappointment
I have bought a pair of these mics in order to record pipe organs with the hope that they will sound better than a Zoom H5. I wasted over $... because I ended up not using any of the recordings. They have a boomy sound, unnatural and unbalanced. The... H5 sounds way better, crisper and more natural. Save yourself the trouble and avoid these mics.
