Delivering the warmth and natural sound of a classic ribbon microphone, Audio-Technica's handcrafted AT4081 offers a robust build for long-lasting performance and higher output for maximum compatibility with microphone preamplifiers. With its low-profile stick design, this microphone is a natural for use on a wide range of instruments (horns, strings, drum overheads, orchestras and more) and guitar cabinets in recording studios and live-sound settings.

Equally at home in recording studios and live-sound settings, the microphone features Audio-Technica's innovative MicroLinear™ ribbon imprint, which protects the dual ribbons from lateral flexing and distortion. Utilizing six new patents*, Audio-Technica's innovative ribbon transducer advances the evolution of ribbon microphone design. Experience the difference.

• Low-profile stick design maximizes placement options.
• Smooth, warm and natural sound tuned for instrument reproduction.
• Audio-Technica ribbon design with 18 patents pending including proprietary MicroLinear™ ribbon imprint for superior durability.
• Innovative dual ribbon construction for increased sensitivity.
• Extremely powerful N50 neodymium magnets for high output level.
• Superfine mesh guards against ribbon damage.
• High-SPL capability and extended frequency response.
• Handmade production – including ribbon corrugation, imprint and assembly.
• Phantom-powered active electronics provide stable impedance and higher output for maximum compatibility with microphone preamplifiers.
• Certified by the METAlliance (Music Engineering and Technology Alliance).

AT4081 Specification Sheet
AT4081 Submittal Sheet

• (1) AT8471 Isolation clamp
• (1) Windscreen
• (1) Protective carrying case