Audio-Technica U853RWU UniLine Condenser Hanging Microphone, White

The Audio-Technica U853RWU UniLine Condenser Hanging Microphone is an exceptional choice for professional sound applications. Designed to be suspended over choirs, instrumental groups, and theater stages, this microphone features a narrow 90° acceptance angle thanks to its UniLine polar pattern. The white version of the U853RU model, it seamlessly blends into its surroundings with a low-profile design and low-reflectance finish, ensuring it remains unobtrusive during performances.

With Audio-Technica’s proprietary UniGuard innovations, the U853RWU offers unmatched radio frequency interference (RFI) shielding technology, making it perfect for diverse environments where unwanted interference could pose a problem. The microphone is phantom-powered and accommodates interchangeable elements, available in cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional, and UniLine line cardioid polar patterns, providing users with extensive flexibility based on their specific needs. Additionally, the 80 Hz low-cut UniSteep filter minimizes low-frequency ambient noise, ensuring clearer and more focused sound reproduction.

Engineered for superior off-axis rejection, the Audio-Technica U853RWU delivers maximum gain before feedback, making it highly dependable in live sound scenarios. This microphone is not just functional but also durable and robust, promising excellent longevity and consistent performance over time. For anyone in need of a reliable and high-quality hanging microphone, the U853RWU from Audio-Technica is a standout option.

Key Features

• Designed for suspension over choirs, instrumental groups, and theater stages
• UniLine polar pattern provides a narrow 90° acceptance angle
• Superior off-axis rejection for maximum gain before feedback
• UniGuard RFI-shielding technology offers excellent rejection of radio frequency interference (RFI)
• UniSteep filter provides steep low-frequency attenuation to improve sound pickup without affecting voice quality
• Accepts interchangeable elements to allow for different acceptance angles from 90° to 360°
• Low-profile design with low-reflectance finish for minimum visibility

Specifications

• Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
• Polar Pattern: Line Cardioid
• Frequency Response: 30-20,000 Hz
• Low Frequency Roll-Off: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
• Open Circuit Sensitivity -35 dB (17.7 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 250 ohms
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 135 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
• Dynamic Range (typical): 115 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 74 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V DC, 2 mA typical
• Switch: Flat, roll-off
• Weight (Microphone): 1.1 oz (30 g)
• Weight (Power Module): 2.9 oz (81 g)
• Dimensions (Microphone): 6.14 in (156.0 mm) long, 0.48 in (12.2 mm) diameter
• Dimensions (Power Module): 3.66 in (92.9 mm) long, 0.74 in (18.9 mm) diameter
• Output Connector (Power Module): Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Cable: 25.0 ft (7.6 m) long (permanently attached to microphone), 0.13 in (3.2 mm) diameter, 2-conductor, shielded cable with TA3F-type connector

Package Contents

• Audio-Technica U853RWU UniLine Condenser Hanging Microphone
• 25.0 ft (7.6 m) permanently attached cable
• TA3F-type connector
• Power module with integral 3-pin XLRM-type output connector