Spec Sheet

Each A3 Podium Microphone starts with dual precision-crafted capsules,
exhaustively tested for perfect sonic performance. Assembled and fine-
tuned to optimize polar patterns and frequency response, the result is an
uncompromising microphone for the most demanding environments.
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A3 PODIUM MICROPHONE
Fixed or Switchable Patterns:
Choose hand-tuned omni, cardioid,
or hypercardioid patterns, or the
three-in-one switchable A3S.
Active Plus Vibration Cancellation:
The unique dual cartridge design,
together with integrated damping,
cancels thumps and handling noise.
Precision Acoustics:
Each dual-capsule A3 is individually fine-
tuned for exceptional clarity, low noise,
and high overload without distortion.
Breath and Pop Reduction: A
unique multistage wind noise reduction
approach acoustically and electrically
tames pops and breath noise.
Frequency Response:
Omnidirectional: 60 Hz to 18 kHz
Directional: 70 Hz to 16 kHz
Sensitivity:
-35 dBV/Pa (17.7 mV/Pa) at 1kHz
Maximum SPL:
130 dB SPL (A-Weighted) at 1% THD
133 dB SPL (A-Weighted) at 5% THD
Equivalent Input Noise (Pressure Mode):
14 dB SPL (A-Weighted)
Output Impedance:
200 Ω
Current Drain:
6.2 mA
Frequency Response
20 50 100
500
1k
5k
10k
20 kHz200 2k
0
dB
+10
-20
-10
OMNI
CARDIOID, HYPERCARDIOID
measured at 6 inches
Polar Response
omnidirectional
300°
0°
330°
60°
30°
90°
120°
150°
240°
180°
210°
270°
dB
-10
-20
0
500 Hz
10 kHz
1 kHz
cardioid hypercardioid
300°
0°
330°
60°
30°
90°
120°
150°
240°
180°
210°
270°
300°
0°
330°
60°
30°
90°
120°
150°
240°
180°
210°
270°
dB
-10
-20
0
dB
-10
-20
0
Supplied with case and windsceen.
Optional mounting accessories available.
Ultra Configurable: Available in
fixed or switchable patterns and
three standard lengths, an A3
Podium Microphone is ready for your
application.
RF Immunity: Rigorous shielding
and circuit design protect the A3
from radio frequency interference,
including wireless devices and cell
phones.