Audio-Technica AE5400 Leaflet
• Large-diaphragm element and true condenser design
• Superior anti-shock engineering ensures minimal handling noise
• Robust design for enduring dependability on the road
• Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides
and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source
The AE5400 is intended for use in professional applications where
remote power is available. It requires 11V to 52V 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.
remote power is available. It requires 11V to 52V 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.
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.
wired consistently: Pin 1-to-Pin 1, etc.
When using the AE5400 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 unifor m cardioid pickup patter n, will vir tually
eliminate the possibility of undesired audio feedback.
the speaker should be located 180° off axis (at rear of
the microphone). This placement, in conjunction with the
microphone's unifor m cardioid pickup patter n, will vir tually
eliminate the possibility of undesired audio feedback.
An integral 80 Hz hi-pass filter provides easy switching from a flat
frequency response to a low-end roll-off. The roll-off position
reduces the microphone's sensitivity to popping in close vocal use.
It also reduces the pickup of low-frequency ambient noise (such
as traffic, air-handling systems, etc.), room reverberation and
mechanically-coupled vibrations.
frequency response to a low-end roll-off. The roll-off position
reduces the microphone's sensitivity to popping in close vocal use.
It also reduces the pickup of low-frequency ambient noise (such
as traffic, air-handling systems, etc.), room reverberation and
mechanically-coupled vibrations.
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.
temperatures exceed 110° F (43° C) for extended periods.
Extremely high humidity should also be avoided.
One-Year Limited Warranty
Audio-Technica brand products purchased in the U.S.A. are warranted for one year from date
of purchase by Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. (A.T.U.S.) to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship. In event of such defect, product will be repaired promptly without charge or, at
our option, replaced with a new product of equal or superior value if delivered to A.T.U.S. or
an Authorized Service Center, prepaid, together with the sales slip or other proof of purchase
date. Prior approval from A.T.U.S. is required for return. This warranty excludes defects
due to normal wear, abuse, shipping damage, or failure to use product in accordance with
instructions. This warranty is void in the event of unauthorized repair or modification, or
removal or defacing of the product labeling.
of purchase by Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. (A.T.U.S.) to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship. In event of such defect, product will be repaired promptly without charge or, at
our option, replaced with a new product of equal or superior value if delivered to A.T.U.S. or
an Authorized Service Center, prepaid, together with the sales slip or other proof of purchase
date. Prior approval from A.T.U.S. is required for return. This warranty excludes defects
due to normal wear, abuse, shipping damage, or failure to use product in accordance with
instructions. This warranty is void in the event of unauthorized repair or modification, or
removal or defacing of the product labeling.
For return approval and shipping information, contact the Service Department,
Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224.
Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224.
Except to the extent precluded by applicable state law, A.T.U.S. will have no liability for
any consequential, incidental, or special damages; any warranty of merchantability or
fitness for particular purpose expires when this warranty expires.
any consequential, incidental, or special damages; any warranty of merchantability or
fitness for particular purpose expires when this warranty expires.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from
state to state.
state to state.
Outside the U.S.A., please contact your local dealer for warranty details.
AE5400 SPECIFICATIONS
†
ELEMENT
Externally polarized (DC Bias)
condenser
condenser
POLAR PATTERN
Cardioid
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
20-20,000 Hz
LOW FREQUENCY ROLL-OFF
80 Hz, 12 dB/octave
OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY
–40 dB (10.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa*
IMPEDANCE
150 ohms
MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL
147 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.;
157 dB SPL, with 10 dB
pad (nominal)
157 dB SPL, with 10 dB
pad (nominal)
NOISE
1
14 dB SPL
DYNAMIC RANGE (typical)
133 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO
1
80 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa*
PHANTOM POWER
11-52V DC, 4 mA typical
REQUIREMENTS
SWITCHES
High-pass filter;
10 dB pad (nominal)
10 dB pad (nominal)
WEIGHT (less accessories)
11.6 oz (330 g)
DIMENSIONS
7.05" (179.0 mm) long, 1.97"
(50.0 mm) head diameter, 1.30"
to 0.87" (33.0 mm to 22.0 mm)
tapered body diameter
(50.0 mm) head diameter, 1.30"
to 0.87" (33.0 mm to 22.0 mm)
tapered body diameter
OUTPUT CONNECTOR
Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
ACCESSORIES FURNISHED
AT8470 Quiet-Flex
™
stand
clamp for
5
/
8
"-27 threaded
stands; 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.
Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224
Audio-Technica Limited, Old Lane, Leeds LS11 8AG England
www.audio-technica.com
P51451-EN ©2002 Audio-Technica U.S., Inc. Printed in Japan
AE5400
CARDIOID CONDENSER MICROPHONE
LEGEND
200 Hz
5 kHz
8 kHz
8 kHz
1 kHz
SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION
Polar Pattern
210
240
270
180
150
120
90
300
330
0
30
60
Same as 1 kHz
20k
200
Roll-off
LEGEND
50
100
2k
Frequency in Hertz
500
1k
5k
10k
10 dB
Response in dB
Frequency Response
12" or more on axis