The Audio Technica AT4021 Cardioid Condenser Microphone features a low-profile design and small-diaphragm condenser element. The microphone's low self-noise is suited for the most sophisticated recording equipment. Its sensitivity, frequency response, and SPL capabilities are fit for use with speaker cabinets, vocals, percussion instruments, drums, and spot placement on guitars, and stringed instruments. There is a cardioid polar pattern for minimizing noise and off-axis feedback and an 80 Hz high-pass filter switch for reducing low frequencies and associated noise. Additionally, a -10 dB Pad switch provides extra headroom and minimizes distortion when capturing transient (peaking) audio signals. The package includes a stand clamp, a windscreen, and a protective carrying case.
- For Professional Recording and Live Use
- Low Self-Noise, High SPL Handling
- 80 Hz Hi-Pass Filter, -10 dB Pad
- Includes Mic Clip, Windscreen, and Case
Audio-Technica AT4021 Overview
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Audio-Technica AT4021 Reviews
Great mic, great price
I use this for orchestral recording and get good results. AT does not offer matched pair, but they are well matched despite I received mics that have serial no. of 263 & 1454.
Great mic at a great price
I run a small project studio and am lucky enough to have a well-stocked micrphone locker. I'd heard many good things about the AT4021, and when I saw B&H's amazingly low price, I bought one. I immediately set about comparing this small-diameter cardiod (SDC) mic to some world-class competition: An AKG 451B, a Microtech-Gefell M295 and a Beyerdynamic MC930. Even though the 4021 didn't have the amazing clarity or 3D presence of the M295 (my favorite mic for recording large-bodied acoustic guitars and such), it had about 85% of the sound quality, for 1/7th the price! That's a terrific deal in my book. I think anyone with a decent recording setup will realize stellar results from this mic. At B&H's great price, I'd recommend buying TWO AT4021's and using them to record in stereo.