Audio Technica AT2010 User manual

AT 2 010
Cardioid Condenser
Vocal Microphone
Audio-Technica's AT2010 brings the studio-quality sound of
A-T's renowned 20 Series to the stage. This cardioid condenser
excels wherever articulate vocals are needed: in houses of
worship, for solo performances, jazz vocalists, singer/
songwriters, and more.
Featuring the same 16 mm low-mass diaphragm found in the
critically acclaimed AT2020 side-address studio microphone,
this breakthrough handheld vocal condenser delivers remarkable
specs and superior build at an amazing price. State-of-the-art
design and manufacturing techniques ensure compliance with
A-T's stringent consistency and reliability standards, setting the
AT2010 apart from other mics in its class. The microphone
offers a wide dynamic range and handles high SPLs with ease.
Its rugged construction is designed to stand up to years of use.
The AT2010: tomorrow's standard for affordable vocal
condensers. Today, from Audio-Technica.

Polar Pattern
Frequency Response
SPECIFICATIONS†
ELEMENT Fixed-charge back plate permanently polarized condenser
POLAR PATTERN Cardioid
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 40-20,000 Hz
OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY –48 dB (3.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa*
IMPEDANCE 100 ohms
MAXIMUM INPUT 136 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
SOUND LEVEL
DYNAMIC RANGE (typical) 113 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO171 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa*
PHANTOM POWER 48V DC, 2 mA typical
REQUIREMENTS
WEIGHT (less accessories) 233 g (8.2 oz)
DIMENSIONS 179.1 mm (7.05") long,
50.8 mm (2.00") maximum body diameter
OUTPUT CONNECTOR Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
ACCESSORIES FURNISHED AT8470 Quiet-Flex™stand clamp for 5 /
8"- 27 threaded stands;
5
/
8"-27 to 3
/8"-16 threaded adapter; soft protective pouch
†In the interest of standards development, A.T.U.S. offers full details
on its test methods to other industry professionals on request.
* 1 Pascal = 10 dynes/cm 2= 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL
1Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Audio -Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224
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Frequency in Hertz
LEGEND 12" or more on axis
Frequency Response
Response in dB
8 kHz
SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION
LEGEND
200 Hz
1 kHz
5 kHz
AT 2 010
Cardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone
• Studio-quality sound on stage for crystal-clear
vocal performance
• Extended frequency response and superior
transient response for smooth, natural sonic
characteristics
• High SPL-handling and wide dynamic range provide
unmatched versatility
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds
from the sides and rear, improving isolation of
desired sound source
• Multi-stage grille design offers excellent protection
against plosives and sibilance without compromising
high-frequency clarity
• Corrosion-resistant contacts from gold-plated
XLRM-type connector
• Rugged, all-metal construction for years of
trouble-free use
• Quiet-Flex™stand clamp provides silent, flexible
microphone positioning