Featuring built-in electronics which eliminate the need for external power supplies, the PRO 42 from Audio-Technica is a miniature condenser boundary microphone operating in a cardioid polar pattern. It's capable of picking up frequencies between 70 Hz and 14 kHz. This frequency range, coupled with the microphone's dynamic range of 134 dB and low-profile design, render the PRO 42 suitable for capturing audio in conference rooms, boardrooms, lecterns, podiums, and other install-sound situations.

Cardioid Polar Pattern    70 Hz to 14 kHz Frequency Range    9 to 52V Phantom Power    Built-In XLR Cable    134 dB SPL    Low Profile Design

• Wide-range condenser element with a relatively low-mass diaphragm

• Uniform polar pattern for a more unidirectional, forward-facing pickup of sound-sources

• Durable casing

• Low-profile design for minimum visibility, maximum camouflage

• Built-In XLR cable

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will the power module fit into a xvive phantom power unit?

A: Yes, you can use the Audio-Technica Pro 35 Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone with the Xvive Audio P1 Portable Phantom Power Supply with Rechargeable Battery (B&H # XVP1). The Pro 35 is also compatible for use with the Xvive Audio U3C Set Wireless Plug-On System for Condenser Microphones - 2.4 GHz (B&H # XVU3CSET). The transmitter in this system will supply phantom power for the mic.

Q: 2. Is this mic picking up footsteps on a theater stage?

A: This is designed for surface-mounted applications on conference tables, podiums, lecterns, etc...

Q: 3. Do I need a power module or can I just plug this into a mini-XLR to XLR adapter and power it with phantom?

A: This version of it has an unterminated cable. This one (AUAT831B) comes with the power module and then you can take an xlr cable out of the module.

Q: 4. Is anyone using 2 of these simultaneously with the tascam dr-40 and if so, does the phantom power from the tascam do ok? How long can you record with a new set of batteries? Thanks

A: I do not own a Tascam dr-40, but we used 2 of these with phantom power from a Canon XA-10 and they worked well. It may be a decent alternative to a bunch of lav mics and a mixing board.

Q: 5. is there an xlr m cable included?

A: The Audio-Technica UA851R includes a 25 foot XLR output cable with with TA3F and XLRM-type connectors for connection from the mic to your recording/output device.

Q: 6. Could this mic also be used as an overhead for an interview with good results?

A: Unlikely. It is not designed for that purpose. Dependant on distance and room acoustics; this mic is designed for close proximity, generally within inches of a musical instrument. That said, in a quiet room, with 1-2' of distance this mic MAY obtain good results for a single person.

Q: 7. Do I need a pre-amp to connect it to a laptop?

A: The Audio-Technica Pro 35 Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone requires a USB audio interface with XLR inputs for connection to a computer.

Q: 8. Do I need a pre-amp setup to connect the AT Pro35 mic to a laptop? Is it plug and play?

A: Yes, Audio-Technica Pro 35 Cardioid Condenser Instrument Microphone requires a preamp or mixer to provide phantom power for the capsule to work.

Q: 9. Hi, since this mic is no longer availbile, which would be a similar mic?

A: The AKG P170 (B&H #AKP170B) could be considered quite similar to the Audio-Technica AT2021 Cardioid Condenser Microphone.

Q: 10. I'm a little confused about their statement Self-contained electronics eliminate need for external power modules . It IS a condenser mic. I am assuming it still requires phantom power. Would the 12v phantom power from a typical shure mic mixer provide adequate performance?

A: It is a 48volt phantom powered mic. Whether or not it can work on 12 volts can be answered by reading the spec on the AT web site.