Audio-Technica AT803 Lavalier

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Omnidirectional condenser lavalier with an AT8531 power module that runs on a AA battery or phantom power, a long-standing choice for broadcast presenters and interviews.

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Audio-Technica AT803 Lavalier

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ElementFixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Polar PatternOmnidirectional
Frequency Response30-20,000 Hz
Low Frequency Roll Off80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
Open Circuit SensitivityPhantom: -44 dB (6.3 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa Battery: -46 dB (5.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Maximum Input Sound LevelPhantom: 135 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. Battery: 121 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
Dynamic RangePhantom: 107 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL Battery: 93 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio66 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
SwitchesOff, on-flat, on-roll-off

Physical

Phantom Power Requirements11-52V DC, 2 mA typical
Battery Type1.5V AA/UM3
Battery Current/Life0.4 mA / 1200 hours typical (alkaline)
Weight (Microphone)2.8 g (0.1 oz)
Weight (Power Module)139 g (4.9 oz)
WeightMicrophone : 2.8 g (0.1 oz) - Power Module : 139 g (4.9 oz)
Cable1.8 m (6') long (permanently attached to microphone), 2.6 mm (0.10") diameter, 2-conductor, shielded cable with TA3F-type connector
DimensionsMicrophone: 25.0 mm (0.98") long, 10.2 mm (0.40") diameter - Power Module: 84.0 mm (3.31") H x 63.0 mm (2.48") W x 22.0 mm (0.87") D

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New Price: US: $159 (Audio-Technica US)

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