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Audio-Technica U859QL Cardioid Condenser Gooseneck Microphone

Unipoint Gooseneck Condenser Microphone with Cardioid Pickup Pattern and Roll-off Switch
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A condenser for the podium!

The Audio-Technica U859QL features an ultra-flexible small-diameter gooseneck, accepts interchangeable elements, and is designed to plug directly into a panel- or desk-mounted XLRF-type connector. Equipped with self-contained electronics, the phantom-powered microphone also offers an 80 Hz low-cut UniSteep filter that reduces pickup of low-frequency ambient noise. The U85QL sports superior off-axis rejection for maximum gain before feedback. The easy-to-adjust small-diameter alternating gooseneck with virtually no "memory" permits quick positioning into desired shape. The quick-mount design with 3-pin XLRM-type connector insert at base plugs into any standard XLRF-type surface or cable connector.

Audio-Technica U859QL Features:
  • Element: Fixed-charge back plate permanently polarized condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency Response: 100-16,000 Hz
  • Low Frequency Roll-off: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
  • Open Circuit Sensitivity: -43 dB (7.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
  • Impedance : 250 ohms
  • Maximum Input Sound Level: 140 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
  • Dynamic Range (typical): 111 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
  • Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 65 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
  • Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V DC, 2 mA typical
  • Switch: Flat, roll-off
  • Weight: 5.4 oz
  • Dimensions: 18.90" long,
  • 0.48" head diameter
  • 0.74" base diameter
  • Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
  • Accessory Furnished: AT8153 two-stage foam windscreen
  • Audio-Technica Case Style: M34
Audio-Technica U859QL - A great and very affordable podium microphone!

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Tech Specs

  • Microphone Type: Condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency Response: 100Hz-16kHz
  • Max SPL: 140 dB
  • Output Impedance: 250 ohms
  • Signal to Noise Ratio: 65 dB
  • Connector: XLR
  • Weight: 5.4 oz.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: U859QL

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