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Audio-Technica AT897 Line/Gradient Shotgun Condenser Microphone Black

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  • Designed for video production and broadcast (ENG/EFP) audio acquisition
  • Short length (11") ensures mic stays out of the shot -- even when used with compact digital cameras
  • Smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality
  • Provides the narrow acceptance angle desirable for long-distance sound pickup
  • Excellent sound rejection from the sides and rear of mic
  • Operates on battery or phantom power and features switchable low-frequency roll-off
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power source
Battery Powered
Corded Electric
Battery and phantom power compatible
Corded Electric
connectivity tech
Wired
USB
XLR
XLR
connector type
3.5 mm Jack, USB
XLR
XLR
model number
AT897
VMGOII
NTG2
BOYA
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Metal
Aluminum
battery quantity
1 aa
1 unknown
1 aa
1 aa
audio sensitivity
41 decibels
38 decibels
-36 decibels
3 decibels
signal-to-noise ratio
77 decibels
79 decibels
76 decibels
76 decibels

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    Product Description

    Audio-Technica’s AT897 is designed for field audio acquisition in film/TV/video production, professional recording, wildlife recording and broadcast applications. It mounts conveniently on a DV camcorder without adding noticeable heft, and remains out of the frame even with compact digital cameras. This high-performance short shotgun offers outstanding long-distance audio pickup due to narrow acceptance angle of line + gradient design. It also features smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality and excellent off-axis rejection of sound arriving from the sides and rear of mic.

    Customer reviews

    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    153 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, sound quality, and case of the microphone. For example, they mention it's a solid mic, works well, and comes with a nice case. That said, some are happy with the results and the mic works well with Zoom H4n.

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    31 customers mention31 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the microphone. They mention that it is a really solid mic, and very well made. Some say that it's the best sounding on camera microphone they have ever used, and that the recording level is good.

    "...No more mic in the camera! Great quality, and have it hooked into my GoXlr Mini" Read more

    "...Excellent build and finish. All metal, yet very lightweight. Made in Japan.Comes in a nice case; way too big though...." Read more

    "...The case is nice, the recording level is good, the signal is clean...." Read more

    "Great microphone! Picks up even the sound of my swallowing. I love this microphone, it's directional and a quality mic!" Read more

    20 customers mention17 positive3 negative

    Customers like the sound quality of the microphone. They say it has great sound, is accurate, and has low noise. The mic is great for attenuating unwanted noise and diminishing ambient noises. However, some customers report hissing in the floor.

    "...my first shotgun condenser Microphone the AT 8035 and i was impressed with a great sound and i decided to try this 897..." Read more

    "Clean, true sound. Great at reducing surrounding ambient noise, other than in front, of course.Excellent build and finish...." Read more

    "Great microphone! Picks up even the sound of my swallowing. I love this microphone, it's directional and a quality mic!" Read more

    "...Basically, this mic is flawless and sounds amazing. I've used it for interviews, guitars, everything really...." Read more

    5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the mic quality. They mention that it works well, produces good results, and is easy to use. Some customers also mention that the mic works well with Zoom H4n and a dynamic mic.

    "...of review before settling for this one and I can tell you I am happy with the results, the case and how great it is...." Read more

    "...in the subject's face like I would with a dynamic mic; this works great 12 inches away." Read more

    "...but have used it in live situations running to a board as well and it works fine!" Read more

    "This mic works very well and was just what I was looking for. Good mic for a good price." Read more

    4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the case of the microphone. They mention that it is a nice case.

    "...All metal, yet very lightweight. Made in Japan.Comes in a nice case; way too big though...." Read more

    "...The case is nice, the recording level is good, the signal is clean...." Read more

    "...for this one and I can tell you I am happy with the results, the case and how great it is...." Read more

    "...The construction seems sturdy enough, and I'm happy that it comes with a nice case." Read more

    3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the cleanliness of the microphone. They mention that the sound quality is clear and has good bass.

    "Clean, true sound. Great at reducing surrounding ambient noise, other than in front, of course.Excellent build and finish...." Read more

    "...Sound quality is clear, clean with good bass...." Read more

    "...The pre amps on the Dr 40 are fairly clean but I'd recommend that you also get a juicedlink to get even cleaner gains. Satisfied overall." Read more

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    Marc Wagner
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nice sound
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