Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications
The Audio Technica AT875 is a short shotgun condenser microphone that measures only seven inches in length and exhibits the sound quality and performance of larger, higher-priced shotgun microphones. The AT875 addresses the needs of videographers who prefer a short microphone that stays out of the frame, and efficiently rejects off-axis noise.
The smooth, natural audio reproduction captures every detail while a tailored low frequency response controls unwanted low frequency noise. The rugged AT875 operates on 11 to 52V phantom power, and a standard XLR output integrates seamlessly with some of the smaller professional cameras.
- Short Length
- The AT875 measures only seven inches in length and is an ideal choice for use with small video cameras.
- Excellent Audio Rejection
- Excellent off-axis audio rejection provides greater range and excellent fidelity in noisy environments.
- Smooth Audio Reproduction
- The AT875 captures nuances and detail with great accuracy.
- Phantom Powered
- The microphone is powered with 11 to 52V phantom power.
- Tailored Low Frequency Response
- Camera noise, mechanical noise and handling noise is controlled and results better sound quality.
| Transducer | Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Line + gradient |
| Frequency Response | 90Hz - 20,000Hz |
| Dynamic Range (Typical) | 107 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL |
| Sensitivity | -30 dB (31.6 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa |
| Impedance | 100 ohms |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | RATIO 74 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 127 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. |
| Power Requirements | 11-52V DC, 2 mA typical |
| Output Impedance | 100 ohms |
| Output Connectors | Integral 3-pin XLRM-type |
| Phantom Power | 11-52VDC, 2 mA typical |
| Dimensions |
6.89" (175.0mm) Long
0.83" (21.0mm) Diameter |
| Weight | 2.8 oz (80 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 64 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
97%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (54)
- Great sound quality (49)
- Durable (29)
- Simple use (27)
- Easy to use (19)
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional (46)
- Productivity (12)
- Presentations (8)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Tech savvy (29), Gearhead (23), Technically challenged (3)
- Primary use:
- Business (52), Personal (11)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great bang for your buck
This is the first shotgun mic that I've bought for my Canon XH-A1, so I'm just learning about audio equipment, right now. Right off the bat, it's sounded miles better than the on-board ...Read complete review
This is the first shotgun mic that I've bought for my Canon XH-A1, so I'm just learning about audio equipment, right now. Right off the bat, it's sounded miles better than the on-board mic, though I guess that's not hard to do.
The amount of incredibly audio you receive out of a mic so small is incredible. Speaking of the size, it's perfect for an on-camera mic that won't be poking in the shot.
The only thing you should ever be worried about is looking sort of odd with a boom pole holding a mic that's no bigger than 7 inches. Also, due to the mic's size, it feels as though it's not going to be too durable, but maybe I'm wrong.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Did not meet expectations
I bought the AT875 for use as an on-camera mic. The mic is very ergonomic in terms of length and weight. I bought it with the hope that it would do a better job ...Read complete review
I bought the AT875 for use as an on-camera mic. The mic is very ergonomic in terms of length and weight. I bought it with the hope that it would do a better job of screening out side noise and camera noise than my AT825 Stereo Mic. In comparing the two mics on my HVX-200, it became readily apparent that the AT875 was much noisier and picked up extraneous sounds that were either muted or barely distinguishable on the AT825.
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Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
many people say at this price, this is the best bang for the buck..
I can not test other ccompetition...but from what I hear from this mic..it is very good..
I think good enough for amateur or even profession on low budget..with correct way of operation mic..professional can still get decent result..but of course..more expensive one would be better
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
Works great, I found that when using Sennheiser G3 mixing two sounds. This mick picks up well.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
- Long Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
This is a great on camera mic and has a nice tone. I use this on my Eng camera and the AT875 picks up clean audio without a problem.
I also use the mic for interview setups on a boom stand and again the AT875 produces clean audio suitable for these situations.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
Love it great for the price and small and compact! Love IT!
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
I bought the AT875 for use as an on-camera mic. The mic is very ergonomic in terms of length and weight. I bought it with the hope that it would do a better job of screening out side noise and camera noise than my AT825 Stereo Mic. In comparing the two mics on my HVX-200, it became readily apparent that the AT875 was much noisier and picked up extraneous sounds that were either muted or barely distinguishable on the AT825.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
Purchased this to go with a Canon XA10. Great fit, and most importantly is the length, which means the tip of the mic/wind screen isnt seen in the lens.
The mic also comes with a couple of O-RINGS that slip over the end of the mic and makes for a good fit in the XA10's mic cradle. Another mic i have which i was using before i purchased this one i had to rap some neoprene around it to clamp it in securely.
It also comes with a foam wind screen.
If you wish to purchase a fur windscreen, get one no longer than 125mm (5") overall to go with this. Dont purchase the Rode WS6 (as i did), as recommended in the accessories, as it is to long and can been seen in the video of smaller cameras like the XA10.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- DSLR Video
- Productivity
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
Mounted on T2i with a juiced link 454
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Presentations
- Productivity
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
Picked this from online reviews to replace an inferior microphone supplied with my new JVC Hm100 camcorder. It's a winner!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- On camera use
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
This seems like a really nice microphone, but it requires phantom power. I bought it to use with Canon XA10 upon recommendation from B+H website not realizing that it requires a separate power source(not AA batteries). I can use it attached directly to the camera, but I can't use it wirelessly without an additional power pack that I had not anticipated purchasing. Most of what I do requires the mic to be wireless. I guess I should read a little closer next time.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- On-camera
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
This far outperforms the stock microphone that comes with the JVC HD (and HM) series--probably outperforms any stock microphone. It's still not as directional or as heavily built as my Rode NTG-3, but it's the right size for an on-camera mic, and the NTG-3 picks up too much noise when used that way. I am very pleased with the AT875 as an on-camera mic.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
it's a wonderful microphone, you would be able to hear a new world
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
Super sound quality very flexible in application
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Productivity
- Professional
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
Used in conjunction with Canon XF105. Item is a perfect fit.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Presentations
- Productivity
- Professional
- Short Films
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
A perfect mic for those on a tight budget, it gets great sound and is small so carrying it around it easy.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
This product picks up great sound from objects that are far away. I was worried about not having wireless, but this mic works great. The size of the mic stays out of the video and doesn't over whelm when using.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
While there are other mics out there that may produce a better sound (but at a higher price), this mic is perfect for videographers on a budget.
- Primary use:
- Business
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
dynamic sound from a tiny mic, i used it on my sony ax2000, doesn't compare with on camera mic, its sound much better, soud is clear and sharp no noise the only thing that bothers me is that it's more thin than my camera microphone holder
Pros
- Great Sound Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
This mic is perfect for mounting on a camcorder.For the price it is excellent and it size is correct for mic mounts.Good sound quality is very good. I like the phantom power because you do not have to worry about turning on turn on the camera you got sound. Good for spot news.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Video recording
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
On camera microphone
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Great Sound Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
Comments about Audio-Technica AT875 Short Condenser Shotgun Microphone for Video Applications:
This was included in the kit I bought to do some internet reviews for a supplement company. I'd been having troubles getting clear sound. So I ordered the kit and wow what a difference. Clear and balanced sound. Well worth the buck!
- Primary use:
- Business
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What's in the Box
- AT8405 Microphone Stand Clip
- 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 Threaded Adapter
- Foam Windscreen
- Soft Protective Pouch
- 1 Year Warranty
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