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Audio Technica ATM350a User Manual

Cardioid condenser instrument microphone
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ATM350a
ATM355
Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone
User Manual
English

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  • Page 1 ATM350a ATM355 Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone User Manual English...
  • Page 2 Also available in wireless models, ATM350acW and ATM350acH ATM350a The ATM350a is a fixed-charge back plate condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. It is designed for use in professional live-sound and studio applications. When used with the available mounts and mounting systems, it provides accurate, consistent pickup of brass or woodwind instruments, pianos, drums, and many other musical instruments.
  • Page 3 Introduction AT8490/AT8490L The AT8490/AT8490L flexible gooseneck permits aiming the microphone in any direction, while a cable strain relief reduces cable-transmitted noise and cable damage. The integral windscreen entirely surrounds the microphone with foam to isolate the microphone from noise transmitted from the instrument and shield the element against accidental damage.
  • Page 4 It can also be attached to other instruments with flat surfaces by using transparent protective films and hook-and-loop fasteners. AT8475 The surface mounting kit for the AT8491S includes two sets of hook-and-loop fasteners in different sizes, two adhesive silicon pads, and two transparent protective films. Packages (ATM350a) ATM350U ATM350a AT8490 AT8491U...
  • Page 5 Introduction ATM350PL ATM350a AT8490L AT8491P AT8543 AT8468 Hard shell carry case ATM350W ATM350a AT8490 AT8491W AT8543 AT8468 Hard shell carry case ATM350D ATM350a AT8490 AT8491D AT8543 AT8468 Hard shell carry case ATM350GL ATM350a AT8490L AT8491G AT8543 AT8468 Hard shell carry case...
  • Page 6 Introduction AT8491S AT8475 AT8543 AT8468 Hard shell carry case ATM350UcW ATM350acW AT8490 AT8491U AT8468 Hard shell carry case ATM350UcH ATM350acH AT8490 AT8491U AT8468 Hard shell carry case Features (ATM355) Crisp, clear, well-balanced response, with a high-sensitivity design for instruments with minimal SPLs Compact design that attaches to a variety of instruments, such as violins, violas, and flutes Dedicated mounting systems permit accurate positioning, and provide shock resistance and element protection AT8543 power module is equipped with a switchable 80 Hz low-cut filter to reduce undesired low-frequency...
  • Page 7 Introduction ATM355 The ATM355 is a fixed-charge back plate condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. It is designed for use in professional live-sound and studio applications. When used with the available mounts and mounting systems, it provides accurate, consistent pickup of stringed instruments, woodwind instruments, and many other musical instruments.
  • Page 8 Introduction Packages (ATM355) ATM355VF ATM355 AT8491V AT8491F AT8493 AT8543 (with belt clip) Hard shell carry case ATM355VFcH ATM355cH AT8491V AT8491F AT8493 Hard shell carry case...

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Although this product was designed to be used safely, failing to use it correctly may result in an accident. To ensure safety, observe all warnings and cautions while using the product. Cautions for the product Do not subject the product to strong impact to avoid malfunction. Do not disassemble, modify or attempt to repair the product.

  • Page 10: Notes On Use

    Notes on use Be sure to read the connected device’s user manual before use. When the product is used for a long time, the product may become discolored due to ultraviolet light (especially direct sunlight) and wear. Make sure to hold the plug when connecting and disconnecting the cable. The cable may become severed or an accident may occur if you pull on the cable itself.
  • Page 11 Disclaimer This product is designed to be used as a removable microphone mount on various musical instruments. When used properly, this product will not harm the finish or otherwise damage instruments. As a precaution, however, this product should not be left on an instrument indefinitely, and, ideally, should be removed after each use. Audio-Technica shall not be responsible or liable for any damage caused to a musical instrument as a result of using this product.
  • Page 12 Mounting the microphone (ATM350a) Mount the microphone on the gooseneck (AT8490/AT8490L). Fix the gooseneck on the mount. Insert the gooseneck until it reaches the bottom of the hole on the mount. Firmly tighten the screw on the mount to secure the gooseneck.
  • Page 13 Setting the mounts on instruments (ATM350a) Universal mount (AT8491U) To prevent damage to the instrument, take care not to tighten the screw excessively. Piano mount (AT8491P) The mount should be fixed on a metal surface. Keep mobile phones, analog clocks, magnetic cards, and other devices away from the magnet in the bottom of the mount.
  • Page 14 Setting the mounts on instruments (ATM350a) Adjust the position of the microphone by rotating the top of the mount. Drum mount (AT8491D) The top bolt rotates freely to allow tuning when the microphone is mounted.
  • Page 15 Setting the mounts on instruments (ATM350a) Violin mount (AT8468) Guitar mount (AT8491G) Rotate the screw and adjust the length, and then tighten the screw to secure in place. To prevent damage to the instrument, take care not to tighten the screw excessively.
  • Page 16 Setting the mounts on instruments (ATM350a) Surface mount (AT8491S) When using the grille fastening screw on the accordion Affix the adhesive silicon pad to the back side of the mount. Loosen the grille fastening screw on the accordion, insert the mount, and then tighten the grille fastening screw to secure the mount in place.
  • Page 17 Setting the mounts on instruments (ATM350a) Affix the transparent protective film on a clean, flat surface so that air bubbles do not form. You cannot affix the transparent protective film on unfinished wooden parts. To stabilize the adhesive strength of the adhesive sides of the hook and loop fasteners (2, 3), let them sit for...
  • Page 18 Setting the mounts on instruments (ATM355) Violin mount (AT8491V)
  • Page 19 Setting the mounts on instruments (ATM355) After setting the mount on the instrument, adjust the microphone position. Flute mount (AT8491F)
  • Page 20 Setting the mounts on instruments (ATM355) After setting the mount on the instrument, adjust the microphone position. Joint adapter (AT8493) Attaching the joint adapter to the ATM355 allows you to use other instruments in addition to a violin or flute. The following mounts are supported: AT8491U, AT8491P, AT8491W, AT8491D, AT8491S, and AT8491G.
  • Page 21 Setting the mounts on instruments (ATM355)

  • Page 22: Connecting The Transmitter

    Connecting the transmitter Microphones that can be connected differ depending on the transmitter input connector type. cH connector connection example If the transmitter input connector is a cH connector, the following microphones can be connected. ATM350acH ATM355cH cW connector connection example If the transmitter input connector is a cW connector, the following microphones can be connected.
  • Page 23 Connecting the transmitter...

  • Page 24: Connecting The Power Module

    Connecting the power module An AT8543 power module is included with the following microphones. ATM350a ATM355 Connection example Attaching the power module to your belt Configuring the low-cut filter switch The AT8543 power module is equipped with a low-cut filter switch. Turning the low-cut filter switch on reduces the...
  • Page 25 Connecting the power module Set the low-cut filter switch on the side to ON (...

  • Page 26: Output Connector

    Output connector Power module The output connector is an XLR-M-type connector with polarity as shown in the figure below. PIN1 (ground) PIN2 (hot) PIN3 (cold) Microphone cW connector PIN1 (GND) PIN2 (GND) PIN3 (microphone output) PIN4 (DC input) cH connector PIN1 (GND) PIN2 (GND) PIN3 (microphone output)
  • Page 27 Cleaning Get into the habit of regularly cleaning the product to ensure that it will last for a long time. Do not use alcohol, paint thinners, or other solvents for cleaning purposes. Wipe dirt off the product with a dry cloth. If the cable becomes dirty because of sweat, etc., wipe it with a dry cloth immediately after use.
  • Page 28 Dimensions ATM350a ATM350acH 37.8 1400 (Unit: mm) ATM350a/ATM350acW 4000 (ATM350a) 37.8 1400 (ATM350acW) (Unit: mm) ATM355 ATM355 1800 φ 21.6 (Unit: mm)
  • Page 29 Dimensions ATM355cH 1800 φ 21.6 (Unit: mm)

  • Page 30: Specifications

    Microphone: 14.5 g (0.51 oz), Power module: 90 g (3.2 oz) Microphone: 37.8 mm (1.5") long, 12.2 mm (0.48") diameter Dimensions Power module: 92 mm (3.6") long, 18.9 mm (0.74") diameter 4 m (13') (ATM350a) or 1.4 m (4.6') (ATM350acW/ATM350acH), diameter Cable length 3.2 mm (0.13") Power module: 3-pin XLR-M type...
  • Page 31 Specifications ATM355 Element Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser Polar pattern Cardioid Frequency response 40 to 20,000 Hz Low cut 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave -39 dB (12.6 mV) (0 dB = 1 V/Pa, 1 kHz) Sensitivity Impedance 200 ohms Maximum input sound level 148.5 dB SPL (1 kHz at 1% THD) Dynamic range 126.5 dB (1 kHz at Max SPL) Signal-to-noise ratio...

  • Page 32: Polar Pattern/Frequency Response

    Polar pattern/Frequency response Polar pattern ATM350a 0˚ 330˚ 30˚ 300˚ 60˚ 270˚ 90˚ 120˚ 240˚ 150˚ 210˚ 180˚ LEGEND 200 Hz SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS 1 kHz 5 kHz PER DIVISION 8 kHz ATM355 0˚ 330˚ 30˚ 300˚ 60˚ 270˚...
  • Page 33 Polar pattern/Frequency response Frequency response ATM350a Characteristic values measured when connected to an AT8543 power module. 40 - 20,000 Hz 10 dB Frequency in Hertz LEGEND 0°, 50 cm Low cut ATM355 Characteristic values measured when connected to an AT8543 power module.
  • Page 34 株式会社オーディオテクニカ 〒194-8666 東京都町田市西成瀬2-46-1 www.audio-technica.co.jp Audio-Technica Corporation 2-46-1 Nishi-naruse, Machida, Tokyo 194-8666, Japan www.audio-technica.com ©2025 Audio-Technica Corporation Global Support Contact: www.at-globalsupport.com 351717120-02-01 ver.1 2025.01.15...

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