840S

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Common name: Astatic 840S

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The 840S is a miniaturized and light weight dynamic lavalier microphone engineered to prevent chest cavity resonance. It features a recessed on/off switch to convert the lavalier to an hand held omnidirectional response pattern. The microphone includes a spring clip, a neck cord with holder and a 30 feet cable. The 840S is equipped with a DuPont Mylar® diaphragm providing stability, long life and virtually unaffected by moisture, temperature swings and many acids, alkalis and solvents. It is finished in non-reflective brushed satin chrome, non-reflective TV grey finish or brushed gold plating.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
50Hz - 16 kHz
Output Sensitivity
1.12 mV/Pa
Max SPL
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
dB-A
Output Impedance
150Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-3M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Non-reflective brushed satin chrome. Non-reflective TV grey finish .Brushed gold plating
Weight
170 g
Length
95.25 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
19.05 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
Spring clip holder, adjustable neck cord and holder.
Optional