This Audio-Technica Ribbon Mic Is Sure to Be Active in Your Studio!
The Audio-Technica AT4081 active ribbon microphone delivers the smooth, natural character of a classic ribbon mic while offering higher output for excellent compatibility with modern preamps. Built around Audio-Technica’s revolutionary active ribbon transducer, the AT4081 features a slim, pencil-style body that allows for flexible, low-profile placement in tight or complex setups. Its refined ribbon sound and versatile form factor make it an outstanding choice for strings, horns, drum overheads, guitar cabinets, and more.
Designed for both studio and live-sound environments, the AT4081 combines vintage warmth with modern reliability. Audio-Technica’s innovative MicroLinear ribbon imprint protects the dual ribbons from lateral flexing and distortion, ensuring consistent performance and long-term durability. As part of the elite 40 Series, the AT4081 delivers premium build quality and top-tier sonic performance at an accessible price point.
- Classic ribbon sound with modern active output design
- Higher output for improved compatibility with mic preamps
- Low-profile stick-style body enables versatile placement
- Innovative MicroLinear ribbon imprint protects against distortion
- Ideal for strings, horns, drum overheads, orchestras, and guitar cabinets
- Handcrafted construction for long-lasting professional performance
- Part of Audio-Technica’s premium 40 Series microphone lineup
What Audio-Technica Says...
- Low-profile stick design maximizes placement options
- Smooth, warm, and natural sound tuned for instrument reproduction
- Innovative dual-ribbon construction for increased sensitivity
- Extremely powerful N50 rare earth magnets for high output level
- Superfine mesh guards against ribbon damage
- High-SPL capability with extended frequency response
- Handmade production, including ribbon corrugation, imprint, and assembly
- Phantom-powered active electronics provide stable impedance and higher output for maximum compatibility with microphone preamps
- Certified by the METAlliance (Music Engineering and Technology Alliance)
Audio-Technica AT4081 Active Ribbon Microphone Features:
- Low-profile stick design maximizes placement options
- Smooth, warm, and natural sound tuned specifically for instrument reproduction
- Audio-Technica ribbon design with 18 patents pending, including proprietary MicroLinear ribbon imprint for superior durability
- Innovative dual-ribbon construction for increased sensitivity
- Extremely powerful N50 neodymium magnets deliver a high output level
- Superfine mesh protects the ribbons from damage
- High SPL handling with extended frequency response
- Handmade production, including ribbon corrugation, imprint, and assembly
- Phantom-powered active electronics provide stable impedance and higher output for maximum compatibility with microphone preamps
- Figure-8 polar pattern
- Frequency response: 30Hz–18kHz
- Open-circuit sensitivity: -42dB (7.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
- Impedance: 100 ohms
- Maximum input sound level: 150dB SPL (1kHz at 1% THD)
- Noise level: 25dB SPL
- Dynamic range (typical): 125dB (1kHz at max SPL)
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 69dB (1kHz at 1 Pa)
- Lightweight design at just 5.4 oz.
- Compact dimensions: 6.1" length, 0.83" maximum body diameter
- Integral 3-pin XLRM-type output connector
- Includes AT8471 isolation clamp, 5/8"-27 threaded adapter, windscreen, and protective carrying case
- Requires +48V phantom power
| Microphone Type |
Ribbon |
| Ribbon Type |
MicroLinear Dual Ribbon |
| Polar Pattern |
Figure-8 |
| Frequency Response |
30Hz–18kHz |
| Max SPL |
150dB |
| Output Impedance |
100 ohms |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
69dB |
| Self Noise |
25dB |
| Connector |
XLR |
| Power Source |
48V Phantom Power |
| Weight |
0.34 lbs |
| Included Accessories |
Shockmount, Windscreen, Carry Case |
| Manufacturer Part Number |
AT4081 UPC: 4961310106409 |
