From the Audio-Technica UniPoint Series, the U853 Hanging Microphone is designed for accurate signal reproduction in theaters, houses-of-worship, conference halls, boardrooms, schools, professional recording applications and more. The U853 features a flexible steel hanger that grips the suspended cable and capsule, enabling easy microphone placement without excess hardware.
The U853's capsule features a wide frequency response and highly sensitive cardioid capsule. The cardioid pick up pattern provides a focused pick up area by minimizing noise and ambiance at the off-axis sections of the microphone. The result is a focused pick up without residual room noise and feedback. The wide, linear frequency response ensures transparent, accurate reproduction of both vocals and instruments.
Audio-Technica U853PM Specs
Form Factor | Hanging |
Capsule | Electret Condenser |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Pad | None |
High-Pass Filter | 80 Hz, 18 dB/Octave |
Frequency Range | 30 Hz to 20 kHz |
Maximum SPL | 133 dB SPL (Phantom Power, 1 kHz, 1% THD) |
Impedance | 200 Ohms (Phantom Power) |
Dynamic Range | 109 dB (Phantom Power, 1 kHz, at Max SPL) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 70 dB (1 kHz, at 1 Pa/94 dB SPL) |
Output Connectors (Analog) | 1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Power Supply) |
Cable Length | 25' / 7.6 m |
Operating Voltage | 11 to 52 V (Phantom Power) |
Operating Current Consumption | 2 mA (Phantom Power) |
Color | White |
Mounting | Hanging |
Dimensions | H: 4.55 x W: 2.8 x L: 1.42" / H: 115.5 x W: 71 x L: 36 mm (Power Supply) ø: 0.48 x L: 1.34" / ø: 12.19 x L: 34 mm (Microphone) |
Weight | 0.5 oz / 14 g (Microphone) 3.4 oz / 97 g (Power Supply) |
Package Weight | 1.1 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 9.6 x 5 x 2.8" |
A low frequency roll-off switch eliminates rumble and noise associated with room ambiance, acoustics, wind, proximity effect, etc. The U853's rich audio quality, detailed signal reproduction, small profile and flexibility make it an excellent choice for capturing choirs, theatrical performances, lectures, sermons, etc.