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AXS 5 CONDENSER MICROPHONE
The AXS 5 is a professional-quality vocal microphone suitable for stu-
dio recording, lead vocal sound reinforcement, and high-profile public
address.
The AXS 5 frequency response is optimized for vocals. The micro-
phone maintains a cardioid polar pattern throughout its frequency
range, ensuring high gain before feedback, maximum rejection of un-
wanted sound, and minimum off-axis sound coloration. Its high sensi-
tivity and low self-noise make it an ideal choice for producing quality
demo tapes.
Operating voltage is supplied either by phantom power or an internal
AA battery.
SPECIFICATIONS
Type: Condenser (electret bias)
Polar Pattern: Cardioid (unidirectional), symmetrical about axis.
(Figure 5)
Frequency Response: 70 to 16,000 Hz (Figure 5)
Output Impedance: 600
Ω
Recommended Load Impedance: 800
Ω
minimum
Output Level (at 1,000 Hz): –49.0 dBV/Pa (3.55 mV) open circuit
voltage*
*1 Pa = 94 dB SPL
Maximum SPL: 32 dB (phantom), 128 dB (battery) at 2,000
Ω
load;
130 dB (phantom), 127 dB (battery) at 800
Ω
load
Output Noise: 21 dB typical, A weighted; 25 dB typical, weighted per
DIN 45 405
Dynamic Range: 111 dB (phantom), 107 dB (battery) at maximum
SPL, 2 k
Ω
load, to A-weighted noise level
Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage
on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of microphone output connector
Power: 11 to 52 Vdc phantom, reverse polarity protected to 100 Vdc
Current Drain: 2.0 mA max at 52 Vdc
Battery: 1.5 V alkaline AA (NEDA 15A); up to10,000 hours of op-
eration
Operating Temperature: –29
°
to 57
°
C (–20
°
to 135
°
F) at 0 to 95%
relative humidity
Switch: Built-in On/Off switch
Connector: 3-pin XLR connector
Case: Steel and aluminum construction with black finish
Dimensions: 213 mm L x 52.4 mm W (8.4” L x 2.1” W)
Net Weight: 255 g (9 oz), less battery
FURNISHED ACCESSORIES
Swivel Adapter
A25D
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Storage Bag
26A16
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Phantom Power Supply
PS1A
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Windscreen
A85WS
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7.6 m (25 ft.) Cable
C25J
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