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Audio-Technica PRO 44 Cardioid Condenser Boundary Microphone

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Audio-Technica PRO 44 Cardioid Condenser Boundary Microphone
Key Features
  • Cardioid Polar Pattern
  • 70 Hz to 16 kHz Frequency Response
  • Low-Profile for Minimum Visibility
  • 9 to 52V Phantom Power
The Audio-Technica PRO 44 is a boundary microphone designed to capture speech for surface-mount applications on conference tables, podiums, lecterns, and more. Its wide-range condenser element operates in a cardioid/half-cardioid polar pattern and features a low-mass diaphragm, which improves frequency and transient response, while reducing distortion.
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Audio-Technica PRO 44 Overview

The Audio-Technica PRO 44 is a boundary microphone designed to capture speech for surface-mount applications on conference tables, podiums, lecterns, and more. Its wide-range condenser element operates in a cardioid/half-cardioid polar pattern and features a low-mass diaphragm, which improves frequency and transient response, while reducing distortion.

Equipped with self-contained electronics that eliminate the need for an external power module, the PRO 44 features a low-profile design, ideal for situations where minimum visibility is required. The microphone can be powered from any external 9 to 52 VDC phantom power source, and comes with a 25' detachable cable, used to connect it to a mixer.

Key Features
  • Wide-range condenser element with cardioid polar pattern
  • Low-mass diaphragm improves frequency response and transient response, while reducing distortion
  • Designed for surface-mounted applications on conference tables, podiums, lecterns, and more
  • Low-profile design for minimum visibility
  • Powered from any external 9 to 52 VDC phantom power source
  • Self-contained electronics eliminate need for external power module
  • Rugged design and construction
  • Includes 25' detachable cable (TA3F to XLR male)
UPC: 042005308491

Audio-Technica PRO 44 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Boundary
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
No
Frequency Response
70 Hz to 16 kHz
Maximum SPL
114 dB
Analog Output
1x TB3M/Mini-XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Boundary
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
N/A to Boundary Mics
Controls
No
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
70 Hz to 16 kHz
Maximum SPL
114 dB
Sensitivity
-25 dB
Dynamic Range
86 dB
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x TB3M/Mini-XLR 3-Pin Male
Cable Length
25' / 7.62 m
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
9.0 to 52.0 V
Physical
Color
Black
Dimensions
L: 3.56" / L: 9.04 cm
Weight
2.4 oz / 68 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.57 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.8 x 3.35 x 2.15"

Audio-Technica PRO 44 Reviews

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By Ken
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-01-03

Purchased to install in our auditorium to pick up the audience during our online Bible class. The mic picks up Great you would think each reader had their own mic.

Would buy again

By Andrew
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2020-01-18

This condenser boundary mic is super sensitive, and picks up nearly every sound in a room, which is great if you're recording multiple people, not so good if they're making other sounds besides their voices (eg paper rustling, coughing, footsteps etc). The noise floor seems fairly high on this mic, but can be easily corrected in post with a noise reduction plugin. If you have not already, you may also want to invest in a dereverb plugin, since there will be more echo the further away a person is from the mic. A compressor can also help maintain a consistent volume level of different voices placed in various places around the room, and a noise gate can help reduce pumping associated with boosting the weaker sounding voices, as well as clean up transient noises. This can be the right tool for a specific job, when a shotgun, lavelier or other mic are out of the question. But it is not magic, so you will have to do some massaging in post to get the sound you are after. The low profile design is inconspicuous, but sturdier all metal construction would have been preferable. The included cable is definitely a plus.

See any errors on this page?

is connector swivel ?

is connector swivel ?
Asked by: Victor
The connector is a 3 pin XLR and it does not swivel.
Answered by: leticia
Date published: 2021-03-02

Is this mic picking up footsteps on a theater ...

Is this mic picking up footsteps on a theater stage?
Asked by: Anonymous
It all depends on the floor. It will pick up hollow sounds so unless your floor is solid, you would want to mount it on some foam rubber or other absorbent material.
Answered by: Jeffrey
Date published: 2021-02-22

question

Does this mic come in a wireless version?
Asked by: Anonymous
This mic is not available in a wireless version.
Answered by: Mark S.
Date published: 2018-08-27

I'm looking for a microphone to capture dancer ...

I'm looking for a microphone to capture dancer audio on a stage (steps, claps, tambourine, etc.). I'm also hoping to pick up the audience applause/cheering with the same microphone. I'm hoping I could tape this down on the edge of the stage to achieve that. Has anyone done this? What were your results? What kind of microphone would work better? Thanks!
Asked by: Spencer
This microphone would work great for that purpose, especially for the audio on a recording. It is very sensitive, so you wouldn't need much headroom on the console. Given the size and weight, you should be able to keep this secure with a piece of gaff on the bottom side of the mic.
Answered by: Drew
Date published: 2021-04-14

question

I'm a little confused about their statement Self-contained electronics eliminate need for external power modules . It IS a condenser mic. I am assuming it still requires phantom power. Would the 12v phantom power from a typical shure mic mixer provide adequate performance?
Asked by: Anonymous
It should. I connect directly to a video camera that provides the phantom power.
Answered by: Allan G.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Will this mic work on a DSLR?
Asked by: Anonymous
You will need XLR microphone inputs with 48 volt phantom power - as far as I know no DSLR has these. We use a Tascam DR60 audio recorder which can be attached underneath the DSLR and has audio outputs that can plug right into the DSLR audio input.
Answered by: Robin M.
Date published: 2019-02-22
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