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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Technical Registry
Audio
| Element | Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser |
|---|---|
| Polar Pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Frequency Response | 30-20,000 Hz |
| Low Frequency Roll Off | 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave |
| Open Circuit Sensitivity | Phantom: -44 dB (6.3 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa Battery: -46 dB (5.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | Phantom: 135 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. Battery: 121 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. |
| Dynamic Range | Phantom: 107 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL Battery: 93 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 66 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa |
| Switches | Off, on-flat, on-roll-off |
Physical
| Phantom Power Requirements | 11-52V DC, 2 mA typical |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | 1.5V AA/UM3 |
| Battery Current/Life | 0.4 mA / 1200 hours typical (alkaline) |
| Weight (Microphone) | 2.8 g (0.1 oz) |
| Weight (Power Module) | 139 g (4.9 oz) |
| Weight | Microphone : 2.8 g (0.1 oz) - Power Module : 139 g (4.9 oz) |
| Cable | 1.8 m (6') long (permanently attached to microphone), 2.6 mm (0.10") diameter, 2-conductor, shielded cable with TA3F-type connector |
| Dimensions | Microphone: 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 |
Reference Pricing
New Price: US: $159 (Audio-Technica US)
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