639A
Primary use:
Polar patterns:
Common name: Altec 639A
Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage
Developed by Bell Telephone Laboratories and manufactured initially by Western Electric and later by Altec Lansing, the 639A is a dual-element multi-pattern microphone. It employs moving-coil and velocity ribbon elements in the same die-cast aluminium housing to provide three selectable polar patterns. The housing also features a built-in two-layer windscreen. It is ideal for motion picture and television sound stages, radio broadcasting and recording studios. Include zippered plastic bag.
Electrical Characteristics
Frequency Response
40Hz - 10 kHz
Output Sensitivity
2.51 mV/Pa
Max SPL
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
dB-A
Output Impedance
30/50Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Switchable Options
Pad
Filter/EQ
Physical Characteristics
Connector
Proprietary
Connector notes
Available Colours
Dark grey.
Weight
1474 g
Length
190.5 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
87.3 mm
Depth
112.7mm
Accessories
Included
Zippered plastic bag.
Optional