The ATM450 Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone from Audio-Technica is designed with a side-address capsule, allowing for easy placement and flexible positioning on percussion, guitar cabinets, piano, and similar applications.
Key Features:
- Cardioid Polar Pattern;
- Side-Address Microphone;
- Integral 80 Hz HPF Switch and 10 dB Pad;
- Rugged, All-Metal Construction;
- Includes Isolation Clamp.
The cardioid polar pattern is effective in reducing off-axis noise and feedback, and the wide frequency response results in rich, natural detail. There is a low frequency roll-off switch for reducing low frequency ambiance and noise and a -10 dB Pad switch for providing additional headroom and minimizing noise caused by transient peaks. The package includes an isolation clamp, an adapter, a windscreen, and a soft protective pouch.
Side Address Capsule
Side-address stick design maximizes placement options with minimal obstructions.
80 Hz High Pass Filter
Integral 80 Hz HPF switch minimizes low frequency noise.
10 dB Pad
-10 dB pad switch provides additional headroom and minimizes noise caused by peaking audio signal.
In the Box:
- Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone;
- Audio-Technica 8471 Isolation Clamp;
- 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 Threaded Adapter;
- Windscreen;
- Soft Protective Pouch;
- Manual.


















































