Audio-Technica AT2010 Leaflet

• Studio-quality sound on stage for crystal-clear vocal performance

• Excels wherever articulate vocals are needed: in houses of 

worship, for solo performances, jazz vocalists, singer/songwriters, 
and more 

• Features the same 16 mm low-mass diaphragm found in the 

critically acclaimed AT2020 side-address studio condenser

• 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 design and construction for years of trouble-free 

use

• Quiet-Flex

™

stand clamp provides silent, flexible microphone 

positioning 

The AT2010 is intended for use in professional applications where
remote power is available. It requires 48V DC phantom power, which
may be provided by a mixer or console, or by a separate, in-line
source such as the Audio-Technica AT8801 single-channel or
CP8506 four-channel phantom power supplies.

Output from the microphone's XLRM-type connector is low 
impedance (Lo-Z) balanced. The signal appears across Pins 2 and
3; Pin 1 is ground (shield). Output phase is “Pin 2 hot” – positive
acoustic pressure produces positive voltage at Pin 2.

To avoid phase cancellation and poor sound, all mic cables must be
wired consistently: Pin 1-to-Pin 1, etc.

When using the AT2010 in settings with a stage monitor speaker, the
speaker should be located 180° off axis (at rear of the 
microphone). This placement, in conjunction with the microphone's
uniform cardioid pickup pattern, will virtually eliminate the possibility
of undesired audio feedback.

Avoid leaving the microphone in the open sun or in areas where
temperatures exceed 110° F (43° C) for extended periods. Extremely
high humidity should also be avoided.

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Fixed-charge back plate
permanently polarized condenser

Cardioid 

40-20,000 Hz

–48 dB (3.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa*

100 ohms

136 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.

DYNAMIC RANGE (typical)

113 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL

71 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa*

PHANTOM POWER REQUIREMENTS 48V DC, 2 mA typical

233 g (8.2 oz)

179.1 mm (7.05") long, 
50.8 mm (2.00") maximum body 
diameter

Integral 3-pin XLRM-type

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

1

Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

8 kHz

SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION

LEGEND

200 Hz

1 kHz
5 kHz

Frequency in Hertz

LEGEND

12" or more on axis

Response in dB