Shoot Tools — Audio-Technica

Jun 1, 2004 11:27 AM

Lavs get smaller

For many producers, protruding lavalier mics on talent add a distracting element to a carefully composed shot. Audio-Technica addressed that problem when developing its AT898 subminiature cardioid condenser microphone. The AT898 is only 5mm in diameter. The subminiature cardioid element is enclosed in a low-profile housing with internal construction designed to minimize noise from handling, clothing, and wind. The microphone plugs into the included AT8537 power module, which features battery/phantom-power operation, switchable low-frequency roll-off switch, and an integral XLR3M connector supplying a low-impedance balanced output. It operates on battery or phantom power and includes a complete accessory kit.

Price: $299
Stow, Ohio; (330) 686-2600;
www.audio-technica.com