Overview
The Audio-Technica AT875R is a compact line + gradient condenser shotgun microphone designed for video production, electronic news gathering (ENG), electronic field production (EFP), and broadcast audio capture. Its narrow acceptance angle helps capture sound from a targeted direction while reducing unwanted pickup from the sides and rear.
At just 175 mm long and 80 g in weight, the microphone is suited to compact camera rigs, boom poles, and portable recording setups where low equipment weight and unobtrusive mounting are important.
Directional Audio Capture
The AT875R uses a permanently polarized condenser element with a line + gradient polar pattern. Its directional design helps isolate the intended sound source in interviews, dialogue recording, and location production.
The 90 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response is designed for speech and production audio. Audio-Technica also specifies a tailored response intended to help minimize camera and handling noise.
Connectivity and Power
The microphone features an integral three-pin XLR male connector with a balanced, low-impedance output. It requires external DC phantom power between 11 V and 52 V, with a typical current draw of 2 mA.
Connect it to a compatible audio recorder, mixer, camera preamplifier, or audio interface that supports balanced XLR microphone input and the required phantom power. Devices without phantom power require a suitable external power solution.
Key Features
- Line + gradient directional pickup for targeted dialogue and production sound.
- Compact 175 mm body designed for camera-mounted and portable recording equipment.
- Balanced three-pin XLR output for professional audio connections.
- Low-impedance 100-ohm output with a published sensitivity of -30 dB (31.6 mV).
- Wide operating phantom-power range of 11–52 V DC.
Compatibility and Mounting
The AT875R is compatible with recording equipment offering a suitable balanced XLR microphone input and phantom power. Physical mounting depends on the camera, microphone holder, stand, or boom system being used.
The manufacturer's listed accessories include an AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands, a 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter, a windscreen, two O-rings, and a protective pouch. The O-rings help secure the microphone in compatible camera microphone holders.
Applications
- Dialogue capture for video and film production.
- Interviews, news gathering, and electronic field production.
- Camera-mounted audio recording with compact video cameras.
- Boom-mounted speech recording for location work.
- Broadcast and field recording where directional sound pickup is required.
DC Supplies Product Note
Check both phantom-power availability and mounting compatibility before selecting this microphone for a camera rig. Some compact cameras have a 3.5 mm microphone input rather than a balanced XLR input, so an appropriate interface or preamplifier may be necessary. The AT875R is not a USB microphone and does not operate without phantom power.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
| Part Number / MPN | AT875R |
| Product Type | Line + gradient condenser shotgun microphone |
| Element | Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Line + gradient |
| Frequency Response | 90 Hz–20,000 Hz |
| Open-Circuit Sensitivity | -30 dB (31.6 mV), referenced to 1 V at 1 Pa |
| Output Impedance | 100 ohms |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 127 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1% THD |
| Dynamic Range | 107 dB, typical, at 1 kHz |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 74 dB, typical, at 1 kHz and 1 Pa, A-weighted |
| Phantom Power Requirements | 11–52 V DC |
| Typical Current Consumption | 2 mA |
| Output Connector | Integral three-pin XLR male (XLRM) |
| Output Configuration | Balanced, low impedance |
| Microphone Length | 175 mm (6.89 inches) |
| Microphone Diameter | 21 mm (0.83 inches) |
| Microphone Weight | 80 g (2.8 oz), excluding accessories |
| Included Accessories | AT8405a stand clamp, threaded adapter, windscreen, two O-rings, protective pouch |
| RoHS Compliance | Manufacturer documentation states RoHS compliance |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the AT875R work with a camera that has a 3.5 mm microphone input?
Not directly through its XLR output. A compatible interface or preamplifier is required to connect the balanced XLR microphone output to a 3.5 mm input, and the microphone must receive suitable phantom power.
Can the microphone be mounted on a boom pole?
Yes, provided the boom pole and microphone holder use compatible mounting threads or an appropriate adapter. Check the holder's dimensions and grip design before installation.
Does the AT875R require batteries?
The microphone operates using external phantom power rather than an internal battery. The connected recording equipment or an external phantom-power supply must provide the required voltage.
Is this microphone suitable for interviews and dialogue?
Yes. Its directional pickup and compact construction make it suitable for dialogue, interviews, and location production when positioned and aimed appropriately.
What comes with the microphone?
The manufacturer's documentation lists a stand clamp, threaded adapter, windscreen, two O-rings, and protective pouch. Verify the contents of the actual retail package with the seller before purchase.
