Audio-Technica ATR3350 Omnidirectional Condenser Lavalier Microphone (Discontinued)
- Element-Condenser,Polar pattern-Omnidirectional,Cable6 m (20') terminated with 3.5 mm (1/8") dual mono mini-plug
- Frequency response-50 – 18,000 hz
- Open circuit sensitivity-54 dB
- Impedance-1,000 ohms,Battery type-Lr44
- Condenser Element with Omnidirectional Polar pattern
- Freq resp: 50 Hz-18,000 Hz, Imp: 1000 ohm +/-30%
- Omni pickup pattern offers full coverage
- Dual-mono 1/8-Inch output plug connects to a video camera, DSLR, or handheld audio recorder's stereo 1/8-Inch input, to record audio on both left and right channels
- LR44 batteries included, Adapter sold separately
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Product information
Item Weight | 2.65 ounces |
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Product Dimensions | 4.13 x 1.18 x 5.7 inches |
ASIN | B002HJ9PTO |
Item model number | ATR-3350 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #66,946 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #1,249 in Wireless Lavalier Microphones & Systems |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 24, 2004 |
Color Name | Black |
Compatible Devices | Personal Computer, Camera, Smartphone |
Connector Type | 3.5mm to Mic |
Material Type | foam |
Size | One Size |
Hardware Platform | PC, Camera |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
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Product Description
Product Description
Audio-Technica’s newscaster-style omnidirectional ATR3350 lavalier is engineered for intelligible, accurate voice reproduction. This high-quality condenser is ideal for video use, and is a favorite choice for aerobics/dance/sports instructors. Its low-profile design assures minimum visibility.
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ATR3350 Omnidirectional Condenser Lavalier Microphone
Audio-Technica's newscaster-style omnidirectional ATR3350 lavalier is engineered for intelligible, accurate voice reproduction. This high-quality condenser is ideal for video use, and is a favorite choice for aerobics/dance/sports instructors. Its low-profile design assures minimum visibility.
ATR-3350 Key Features:
- Newscaster-style miniature mic is perfect for video use
- Ideal for aerobics/dance/sports instructors
- Dual-mono 1/8" output plug connects to a video camera, DSLR, or handheld audio recorder's stereo 1/8" input, to record audio on both left and right channels
- Omni pickup pattern offers full coverage
- Includes tie clip, LR44 battery, foam windscreen
Specifications
Element: CondenserPolar Pattern: Omnidirectional
Frequency Response: 50 – 18,000 Hz
Open Circuit Sensitivity: -54 dB
Impedance: 1,000 ohms
Battery Type: LR44
Weight: 6 g (0.2 oz)
Cable: 6 m (20') terminated with 3.5 mm (1/8") dual mono mini-plug
Accessories Furnished: Tie clip; battery; foam windscreen
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Customers like the performance, value, and quality of the lav mic. For example, they mention it works well, is inexpensive, and provides decent audio quality. That said, some complain about the battery life and disagree on sound quality, quality, cord length, and ease of use.
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Customers like the performance of the mic. They mention it works well, has no problems, and is long enough for field video recording. Some say that it performs well above its price tier. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...cord works great with it. I plug it straight into the camera, as I don't have any audio recording device or receiver to plug it into (yet)...." Read more
"...Replaced the original battery with the Energizer. Works perfectly. Makes me wonder if that's what was wrong with the first unit...." Read more
"...in my handheld audio recorder and i couldn't figure out why the mic wasn't working...." Read more
"...was that while it was't the best he's heard, it performs well above its price tier. To my less astute ears, it sounds quite good...." Read more
Customers like the value of the microphone. They mention it's inexpensive, easy to use, and a very decent mic for the price. Some say it'll be an appropriate choice in cost-benefit relationship.
"...All in all I'm pleased with this mic for the ridiculously low price I paid. I think you will be too, give it a try." Read more
"This is a great mic for the price. It is well made and sounds good once you replace the battery...." Read more
"...Very impressed with the feel/quality, ESPECIALLY for this cheap price. RECOMMENDED!!!" Read more
"...These are great, inexpensive lapel mics. More than worth the money." Read more
Customers like the mic quality. They mention that it provides very decent audio quality with minimal to no white noise. The fidelity is excellent for voice, and the mic works great. Some say that the mic picks up everything, making it a great place to start with lav mics.
"...the mike on my collar, the audio comes through loud, clear and intellegible. It picks up just my voice, and no other peripheral sounds in the room...." Read more
"...It does sound and work fine! Little to no hiss at all...." Read more
"...you shirt and last time i used it i was surprised that the mic was picking up the audio of the other person sitting next to me during my..." Read more
"...These mics can be powerful so I suggest setting any voice recorders used to only "dictation" mode, otherwise you might get higher than intended..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the product. Some mention that the sound is pretty good, and the high end sounds great. They say the subject's voice is easily heard over the background noise, and that the volume is acceptable. However, others say that the included works but causes a strange low hissing sound in your audio, picks up some wireless device noise, at first, they were not getting loud enough recordings, and makes the voice recording sound too thin.
"...Best of all, it sounds great. Using the lapel clip to place the mike on my collar, the audio comes through loud, clear and intellegible...." Read more
"...Yes, new batteries, etc. The audio is usable, but so, so low that when you bump it in an editor you get a mechanical warbling noise in the background..." Read more
"...The battery included works but causes a strange low hissing sound in your audio. It is not hard to clean up in post, but it is annoying...." Read more
"...this is far and away the best lavalier mic you can buy. The sound is pretty good, and the high end sounds great...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the sound and recording equipment. Some mention that the quality is very good, with good quality woofers and speakers. However, others say that the construction is pretty cheap, the clip part broke after a few uses, and the levels are incredibly low and unsatisfactory. The cables and components all feel cheap to the touch.
"...The construction is higher than what you would expect in this price range...." Read more
"...units actually recorded to both channels, the other only recorded to the left channel...." Read more
"...Overall, I don't have any complaints. Very impressed with the feel/quality, ESPECIALLY for this cheap price. RECOMMENDED!!!" Read more
"...Nothing wrong with it at all...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the cord length of the sound and recording equipment. Some mention that it's very long, enough for YouTube, and practical. However, others say that it is way too long and makes the mic excessively long. Additionally, the cables are not replaceable and are damaged.
"...Canon T3i (600D) with the Canon 50mm f/1.8 lens, and this microphone's cord is long enough for me to do some YouTube Tutorial/Review videos with the..." Read more
"...The cord needs to be long, I'm normally about six feet (or more) away from my camera, this cord is long enough to be routed up inside your pants and..." Read more
"...NOT WIRELESS, but it hasn't bothered me at all because the cord is far more than generous (about 20ft)...." Read more
"...Fantastic Sound Quality, Excellent Isolation, and Long Cord.KEEP THIS PROBLEM IN MIND WHEN USING...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the sound and recording equipment. Some mention that the quality is good, it's simple to plug and play with their audio software, and gets good sound quality. However, others say that there is no directions, it’s easy to forget to turn it on or off, and installing the foam windscreen was also tricky.
"...has a little weight to it, but the clip works perfect and attaches easily...." Read more
"...This makes it extremely difficult to monitor. It also has a fair amount of noise. Not bad, but I'd prefer less of it...." Read more
"This microphone is small and simple. It uses a tiny cell battery for power (since it's a condenser microphone, it requires a power source)...." Read more
"...It is easy to attach to a lapel, etc, is quite small and unobtrusive, and comes with an optional wind screen...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the microphone. They mention that it requires a battery, which can be hard to find in a store. The battery completely drains overnight, and it's useless without a power source. Some customers also report that the battery is uncommon in size and does not last long. Overall, some customers are disappointed with the lack of battery life indicator and the difficulty in inserting and removing the battery.
"...of the 1.5 V battery supplied but I do know that's not enough voltage to power a microphone...." Read more
"...The only CON is that there is no way of telling how much battery you have used up or have left...." Read more
"This microphone is small and simple. It uses a tiny cell battery for power (since it's a condenser microphone, it requires a power source)...." Read more
"...My only main complaint is there's no way to tell how much battery is left or even if there's any power at all when you go to turn it on..." Read more
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The ATR-3350 seems well made for general purpose use around the house/studio and beyond with reasonable care. Best of all, it sounds great. Using the lapel clip to place the mike on my collar, the audio comes through loud, clear and intellegible. It picks up just my voice, and no other peripheral sounds in the room. Post-production audio editing should be minimal, if at all.
The Kodak PlayTouch has a bad reputation when using external mics, most people report extremely low volume and inadequate levels even when the camera recording level is topped out. My initial tests show acceptable results with the ATR-3350, though you still have to top out the camera recording level. The next test will be using it with my higher-end Canon Vixia camcorder, I'm sure it will work even better there.
For people complaining about the cord length or the battery compartment, stop it. The cord needs to be long, I'm normally about six feet (or more) away from my camera, this cord is long enough to be routed up inside your pants and shirt to be unobtrusive on camera. Add the length running across the floor and up the tripod, it's just about perfect. If you need it shorter, use a tiewrap or velcro wrap. The battery compartment is fine too, I have big fingers and had no trouble installing the LR44 battery inside. Taking it out is just as easy, you just pop it out using a small nail file or penknife.
All in all I'm pleased with this mic for the ridiculously low price I paid. I think you will be too, give it a try.
1) The battery included works but causes a strange low hissing sound in your audio. It is not hard to clean up in post, but it is annoying. I did a quick search and read other people complaining about the same issue. It goes away once you replace the battery. I popped in a new bat and the sound is clear and clean.
2) There is no battery indicator at all. You will have no idea how much juice is left when you go to use it. This is a bit frustrating to me as I record 1.5-2 hour lectures. I would not want this to die 1/2 way though because I did not know the battery was low on juice. A small LED indicator would have been nice.
3) The foam windscreen is worthless. Well, not worthless as it does work, but it will not stay on. It fell off twice on during my first use and I lost it on my second use.
4) This is clearly listed in the description so it is hard to complain about it, but take note that the cable length is 20 feet. This is good if you are going to plug into a camera and sit as you will have plenty of space between you and the camera. But I walk around and do not want to be tethered to a camera, so I plug my mic into a Tascam DR-05 to record audio. This requires me to stuff 20' feet of cabling into my pocket. It would have been nice if the cabling after the on/off switch was optional.
THE ONLY CON: Which I saw this coming, but wasn't worried about it, I've been an audio engineer for 7 years now - There's an unmistakeable hiss, static, white noise, whatever you want to call it, in your audio when recording. (then again, even my in-camera mic has a hiss. This can be EASILY removed in Post-Production using any program that does the most basic audio editing. I wouldn't let the hiss scare you away from this product, Unless you spend $100+, your most likely going to hear some kind of static and have to learn to remove it in post production, so you might as well learn ( It's very simple ). Overall, for the quality of this mic ( Brand quality, Mic quality and Recording quality), It can't be beat. I'm going to order another one for when I start doing Interviews.
for anybody wondering, I use a Canon T3i (600D) with the Canon 50mm f/1.8 lens, and this microphone's cord is long enough for me to do some YouTube Tutorial/Review videos with the 50mm lens and still be far away enough to have everything in the shot. The only reason I put this fact in here is because when looking for lavalier microphones, I needed to know that I could still get my shot with that lens and be able to use this mic at the distance needed, so for anybody using the popular 50mm f/1.8 lens, the 20ft. cord works great with it. I plug it straight into the camera, as I don't have any audio recording device or receiver to plug it into (yet). Overall, I don't have any complaints. Very impressed with the feel/quality, ESPECIALLY for this cheap price. RECOMMENDED!!!
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Viene venduto con le batterie per il suo alimentatore phantom
La qualità audio è buona, decisamente, ma non eccelsa. Risulta infatti un po' carente di chiarezza, come fosse leggermente ovattata, ma nulla che non si possa risolvere con una minima post produzione audio.
Le matériel était correcte : taille du fil, équipements...
2eme expérience : J'ai testé le micro sur mon ordinateur portable, en utilisant la sortie casque de mon macbook ( car il n'y a pas de sortie micro, et en faisant des réglages dans "préférence système/son/ Onglet Entrée et dans le menu déroulant "utiliser le port audio il faut sélectionner " entrée audio". Pour l'enregistrement test, j'ai utilisé le logiciel "Garage Band" ... conclusion : le son est là mais il est très faible , même après avoir réglé le " volume d'entrée" !
3ème EXPERIENCE avec mon Macbook : J'y suis enfin arrivée .... je me suis achetée un adaptateur USB male /jack femelle de la marque "Ugreen" que j'ai branchée entre mon Macbook et le micro ( voir photo) . Paramétrage sur mac : dans préférence système / Son / onglet entrée / sélectionner l'USB (qui est branché au micro) ! .... j'utilise le logiciel "garage band" pour enregistrement .... et le son il sort Nickel !!! et si vous avez une télécommande "Apple TV" et bien vous pouvez même lancer l'enregistrement a distance !!! Génial ! Si le micro est fixé sur les vêtements , le son sort correctement . Je valide ce micro.
Reviewed in France on February 15, 2019
Le matériel était correcte : taille du fil, équipements...
2eme expérience : J'ai testé le micro sur mon ordinateur portable, en utilisant la sortie casque de mon macbook ( car il n'y a pas de sortie micro, et en faisant des réglages dans "préférence système/son/ Onglet Entrée et dans le menu déroulant "utiliser le port audio il faut sélectionner " entrée audio". Pour l'enregistrement test, j'ai utilisé le logiciel "Garage Band" ... conclusion : le son est là mais il est très faible , même après avoir réglé le " volume d'entrée" !
3ème EXPERIENCE avec mon Macbook : J'y suis enfin arrivée .... je me suis achetée un adaptateur USB male /jack femelle de la marque "Ugreen" que j'ai branchée entre mon Macbook et le micro ( voir photo) . Paramétrage sur mac : dans préférence système / Son / onglet entrée / sélectionner l'USB (qui est branché au micro) ! .... j'utilise le logiciel "garage band" pour enregistrement .... et le son il sort Nickel !!! et si vous avez une télécommande "Apple TV" et bien vous pouvez même lancer l'enregistrement a distance !!! Génial ! Si le micro est fixé sur les vêtements , le son sort correctement . Je valide ce micro.
Maybe 1 perk. Allow the slot to handle 3 or 4 battery so the record time is longer. Each batt lasts a few hours but if your going to a spontaneous cruise you might not have enough juice left.