Audio Technica AE3000 Side Address Instrument Condenser Microphone (Cardioid)

Main Features

• Excels in high-SPL applications
• Large-diaphragm capsule combines with the open architecture of the headcase to provide an extremely accurate and open sound
• Low-profile side-address design with tapered grille allows optimal positioning of element vis-à-vis sound source
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source
• Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad

The Audio Technica Artist Elite AE3000 delivers supreme performance at extreme SPLs making it ideal for use with guitar cabs, drums or brass instruments.


This high-SPL large diaphragm cardioid condenser instrument mic excels in applications such as guitar cabinets, toms, snare, timpani, horns and overheads. Its large-diaphragm capsule combines with the open architecture of the headcase to provide an extremely accurate and open sound. Its low-profile side-address design with tapered grille allows for optimal positioning.

Audio Technica AE3000 Specifications

Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarised condenser
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz
Low Frequency Roll Off: 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
Open Circuit Sensitivity: -43 dB (7.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Impedance: 100 ohms
Dynamic Range: 137 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
Signal to Noise Ratio: 83 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Phantom Power Requiremens: 11-52V DC, 3 mA typical
Weight: 170 g / 6.0 oz
Dimensions (L x Max Dia): 115.5 x 48 mm / 4.55 x 1.89 inches
Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
Accessories: AT8471 isolation clamp for 5/8 inch-27 threaded stands. 5/8 inch-27 to 3/8 inch-16 threaded adapter. Soft protective pouch