The AT822 is an X/Y stereo condenser microphone with full mono compatibility. Designed primarily for DAT recording, it is also well suited for television, FM, and field applications. Equally appropriate for handheld or camera-mount use, the AT822 microphone provides full, natural stereo ambience in a compact, lightweight design.
Ideal for DAT recording as well as television, FM and field applications
Compact, lightweight design is perfect for camera-mount use
Closely-matched elements provide the spatial impact and realism of a live sound field
Excellent channel separation
Switchable low-frequency roll-off
Battery operation only
Transducer
Fixed-Charged Back Plate Permanently Polarized Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid x 2 (Unidirectional Stereo)
Frequency Response
30 Hz - 20 kHz
Dynamic Range (Typical)
101 dB, (1 kHz @ Maximum SPL)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
70 dB, (1 kHz @ 1 Pa; A-Weighted)
Maximum Input Sound Level
125 dB, (1 kHz @ 1% THD)
Power Requirements
Battery AA (1.5v) WARNING: The AT822 is designed for battery use only. Do not attempt to use when phantom power is present. Possible damage to the microphone could result!
Output Impedance
200 Ohms (Unbalanced)
Output Connectors
XLR-3M Unbalanced Type
Pad
None
Low Frequency Roll-Off
Yes, (6 dB/Octave @ 150 Hz)
Applications
Field, Music and Ambient Recording.
Dimensions
7.76 x (2.44 Head Width) x .83" (197 x (62) x 21mm) LxWxDiameter