Audio Technica AT897Z AT897 Microphone with BPZ-M Soft Zep system (310mm long)

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The Audio Technica AT897Z is a high-performance short shotgun microphone designed for professional field audio acquisition. Ideal for film, TV, and video production, it features a narrow acceptance angle for long-distance pickup and excellent off-axis sound rejection. The AT897Z includes the BPZ-M Soft Zep system and mounts easily on DV camcorders without adding weight, staying out of frame even with compact cameras.

Key Features

  • BPZ-M Soft Zep system (310mm long)
  • Narrow acceptance angle for long-distance sound pickup
  • Smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality
  • Switchable low-frequency roll-off
  • Operates on battery or phantom power

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Audio Technica AT897Z includes AT897 Microphone with BPZ-M Soft Zep system (310mm long).

The Audio-Technica AT897 is designed for field audio acquisition in film/TV/video production, professional recording, wildlife recording and broadcast applications. It mounts conveniently on a DV camcorder without adding noticeable heft, and remains out of the frame even with compact digital cameras.

This high-performance short shotgun microphone offers outstanding long-distance audio pickup due to narrow acceptance angle of line + gradient design. It also features smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality and excellent off-axis rejection of sound arriving from the sides and rear of mic.

Highlights

  • BPZ-M Soft Zep system (310mm long)
  • Designed for video production and broadcast (ENG/EFP) audio acquisition
  • Short length (11") ensures mic stays out of the shot -- even when used with compact digital cameras
  • Smooth, natural-sounding on-axis audio quality
  • Provides the narrow acceptance angle desirable for long-distance sound pickup
  • Excellent sound rejection from the sides and rear of mic
  • Switchable low-frequency roll-off
  • Operates on battery or phantom power
  • RoHS compliant—free from all substances specified in the EU directive on hazardous substances

Technical Specifications

  • Microphone Type: Condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Shotgun
  • Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity: -40 dB
  • Impedance: 200 ohms
  • Maximum SPL: 126 dB
  • Signal To Noise Ratio: 77 dB
  • Power Requirements: +48V Phantom Power
  • Connection: 3 Pin XLR (Male)

Whats In The Box

  • Audio Technica AT897
  • BPZ-M Soft Zep system (310mm long)
  • AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands
  • AT8134 windscreen; battery
  • 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter
  • Protective carrying case

Dimensions

  • Width: 279 mm
  • Height: mm
  • Depth: 21 mm
  • Weight: 0.145 Kg
Tech Specs
SKU:
AT897Z
Model Name:
AT897Z
Brand:
Audio Technica

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