Audio Technica U851R Cardioid Boundary Microphone

Featuring breakthrough audio and mechanical design innovations, the phantom-powered U851R offers outstanding speech intelligibility and transparent sound quality for surface-mount applications. The microphone is equipped with a PivotPoint® rotating output connector, UniSteep® filter and UniGuard® RFI-shielding technology. It accepts interchangeable condenser elements—available for boundary microphones in cardioid, hypercardioid and omnidirectional polar patterns. With a heavy die-cast case and silicon foam bottom pads to minimize coupling of surface vibration to the microphone, the U851R is equipped with self-contained electronics, eliminating the need for an external power module.

• Designed for surface-mount applications such as high-quality sound reinforcement, professional recording, television, conferencing and other demanding sound pickup situations
• PivotPoint® rotating output connector allows cable to exit from either the rear or the bottom of the microphone
• Superior off-axis rejection for maximum gain before feedback
• UniGuard® RFI-shielding technology offers outstanding rejection of radio frequency interference (RFI)
• Self-contained electronics eliminate need for external power module
• Small-diameter UniPoint® capsule near boundary eliminates phase distortion and delivers clear, high-output performance
• Heavy die-cast case and non-slip silicone foam bottom pads minimize coupling of surface vibration to the microphone
• Low-profile design with low-reflectance finish for minimum visibility
• Available in two colors: black (U851R) and white (U851RW)

• Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
• Polar Pattern: Half-cardioid
• (cardioid in hemisphere above mounting surface)
• Frequency Response: 30-20,000 Hz
• Low Frequency Roll-Off: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: –34 dB (19.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
• Impedance: 200 ohms
• Maximum Input Sound Level: 134 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
• Dynamic Range (Typical): 108 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
• Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 68 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V DC, 4 mA typical
• Switch: Flat, roll-off
• Weight: 9.2 oz (262 g)
• Dimensions: 4.25" (108.0 mm) long, 3.31" (84.0 mm) maximum width, 0.91" (23.0 mm) height
• Output Connector: TB3M-type
• Cable: 25.0' (7.6 m) long, 0.13" (3.2 mm) diameter, 2-conductor, shielded cable with TA3F and XLRM-type connectors
• Optional Interchangeable Elements: UE-H hypercardioid (100°); UE-O omnidirectional (360°)
• Accessory Furnished: Soft protective pouch