Audio-Technica

Delivering the warmth and natural sound of a classic ribbon microphone, Audio-Technica's handcrafted, AT4081 offers a robust build for long-lasting performance and higher output for maximum compatibility with microphone preamplifiers. With its low-profile stick design, this microphone is a natural for use on a wide range of instruments (horns, strings, drum overheads, orchestras and more) and guitar cabinets in recording studios and live-sound settings.

Equally at home in recording studios and live-sound settings, the microphone features Audio-Technica's innovative MicroLinear ribbon imprint, which protects the dual ribbons from lateral flexing and distortion. With 18 patents pending, Audio-Technica's innovative ribbon transducer advances the evolution of ribbon microphone design. Experience the difference!

Low-profile stick design maximizes placement options.

Smooth, warm and natural sound tuned 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 for high output level.

Superfine mesh guards against ribbon damage.

High-SPL capability and 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 preamplifiers.

Certified by the METAlliance (Music Engineering and Technology Alliance).