Large diaphragm condenser microphones are known for their many advantages, particularly their wide sound spectrum, which provides exceptional detail and transparency in recordings. However, their larger size can make them more cumbersome to handle, and they tend to be more sensitive to loud sound sources. The Audio-Technica AE 3000 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone designed with these challenges in mind. Boasting a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz, the cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving the isolation of the desired sound source. Intended specifically for capturing loud sound sources like drums and guitar amplifiers, the AE 3000 is unusually compact and easy to position, as well as being able to handle high sound pressure levels. This makes it an ideal alternative to dynamic microphones for miking instruments.

Polar pattern: Cardioid
Frequency range: 20 - 20,000 Hz
Bass roll-off: 80 Hz / 12 dB / Octave
Impedance: 100 Ohm
Sound pressure: 148 dB max SPL (158 dB max SPL with 10 dB pad)
High-pass filter
10 dB pad switch
XLR connector
Dimensions: 115.5 x 48 mm
Weight: 170 g