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Audio-Technica AE3000 Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone

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Large-diaphragm Condenser Mic with High SPL Handling Capacity
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This Mic Can Take All the SPL You Can Throw at It!

Audio-Technica's Artist Elite AE3000 condenser microphone delivers outstanding sound and uncompromising performance in demanding live environments. Designed for use on concert stages, broadcast applications, and houses of worship, the AE3000 benefits from thousands of hours of research, resulting in superior anti-shock engineering that minimizes handling noise. Its rugged construction and exceptional durability make it an ideal high-performance microphone for the rigors of touring.

Audio-Technica AE3000 Cardioid Condenser Microphone at a Glance:

  • Perfect for instrument use with high SPL handling capability
  • Great for guitar amps, toms, and more

Perfect for instrument use

The Artist Elite AE3000 delivers supreme performance at extreme sound pressure levels. This high-SPL large-diaphragm cardioid condenser instrument microphone excels in onstage applications where clean gain and minimal distortion are essential. It features an 80Hz high-pass filter to reduce rumble and a 10dB pad to handle even the most demanding volume sources, making it a reliable choice in tough miking environments.

Great for guitar amps, toms, and more

The Audio-Technica AE3000’s large-diaphragm capsule and open headcase architecture provide an accurate, open sound with excellent detail. Its low-profile side-address design and tapered grille allow for optimal positioning on instruments such as guitar cabinets, toms, snare, timpani, and overheads, making it a versatile tool for both live and studio use.

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The Artist Elite® AE3000 delivers supreme performance at extreme SPLs. This high-SPL large-diaphragm cardioid condenser instrument microphone excels on sources such as guitar cabinets, toms, snare, timpani, horns, and overheads.

Its large-diaphragm capsule and open headcase architecture provide an accurate, open sound, while the low-profile side-address design with a tapered grille allows for optimal positioning in tight or demanding miking situations.

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Audio-Technica AE3000 Cardioid Condenser Microphone Features:

  • Large-diaphragm cardioid condenser instrument microphone
  • Excels in high-SPL applications
  • Maximum SPL: 148dB (158dB with pad)
  • Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz
  • Large-diaphragm capsule and open headcase architecture deliver an extremely accurate and open sound
  • Low-profile side-address design with tapered grille allows optimal positioning to the sound source
  • Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup from the sides and rear, improving isolation of the desired sound
  • Robust design for enduring dependability on the road
  • Integral 80Hz high-pass filter switch and 10dB pad
  • Requires +48V phantom power

Microphone Type Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Response 20Hz–20kHz
Max SPL 148dB (158dB w/10dB Pad)
Output Impedance 100 ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio 83dB
Self Noise 11dB
Low Cut Filter 80Hz (-12dB/octave)
Pads -10dB
Connector XLR
Color Black
Weight 0.37 lbs.
Included Accessories Isolation Clamp, Microphone Pouch
Manufacturer Part Number AE3000 UPC: 4961310088521