850

Common name: Astatic 850

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The 850 is a dynamic cardioid microphone for speech, vocal and insntrument pickup applications. The microphone has a chrome plated steel ball hed screen enclosing an acoustic filter, foam filter and a magnetic screen to protect the DuPont Mylar® diaphragm. It features an exclusive Sibro-phase acoustic phase system for maximum front to back rejection. The impedance can be easily switched between high and low. Includes 18 ft shielded cable.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
40Hz - 15 kHz
Output Sensitivity
1.99 mV/Pa
Max SPL
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
dB-A
Output Impedance
150/40000Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-4M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Non-reflective brushed satin chrome.
Weight
680.3 g
Length
155.5 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
52.38 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
18 ft shielded cable.
Optional