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AUDIO-TECHNICA’S NEW MIDNIGHT
BLUES MICROPHONES
PROVIDE LOUD AND CLEAR PERFORMANCE
— A-T’s new Midnight Blues mics provide high-output,
pristine sound for solo and group vocals, standout clarity
for instruments, low handling noise and “pop”
protection, plus
durable all-metal construction for trouble-free performance
night after night, year after year —
NAMM WINTER SESSION, ANAHEIM, CA, January 15, 2004
— Audio-Technica introduces its next generation of
cost-effective Midnight Blues microphones, based on the
critically acclaimed original series, beloved by musicians
and engineers alike. When developing the new Midnight Blues
mics, A-T’s Research and Design team set out to create
a new standard in affordable vocal and instrument microphones.
The result is a series of four new mics that feature a high-output
design with low handling noise due to A-T’s special
anti-shock engineering. In addition, for dependable and
exemplary performance, each Midnight Blues model offers
rugged all-metal construction and is specially tuned so
that vocals and instruments cut through the mix loud and
clear.
The new Midnight Blues line is comprised of
four models: the MB1k Unidirectional Dynamic Vocal Microphone;
MB2k Unidirectional Dynamic Instrument Microphone; MB3k
Unidirectional Dynamic Vocal Microphone; and MB4k Cardioid
Condenser Microphone. The MB2k, MB3k, and MB4k are enhanced
with a comfortable, velvety soft-touch finish for a secure
grip and low mechanical noise, plus a protective pouch to
store or transport the mic when not in use. All models are
available with an optional (15') XLRM cable.
The MB1k Unidirectional Dynamic Vocal Microphone
is a great introductory performance mic designed for use
as a lead, backup, or choral vocal microphone. It features
Audio-Technica’s Hi-ENERGY® neodymium magnet structure
for maximum output and fast transient response, Magna-Lock™
switch design for silent on-off operation, as well as corrosion-resistant
gold-plated XLRM connectors. The MB1k also includes the
AT8470 Quiet-Flex™ stand clamp and 5/8"-27 to
3/8"-16 threaded adapter.
The MB2k Unidirectional Dynamic Instrument
Microphone is a cost-effective introductory mic designed
to capture amplified and acoustic instruments. The MB2k
has a tailored frequency response for optimal instrument
reproduction, Hi-ENERGY neodymium magnet structure, noise-reducing
soft-touch finish, Magna-Lock switch, as well as gold-plated
XLRM connectors. The MB2k also includes the AT8470 Quiet-Flex
stand clamp.
The MB3k Unidirectional Dynamic Vocal Microphone
has an extended frequency response specifically developed
to capture lead, backup, and choral vocals. Its Hi-ENERGY
neodymium magnet structure provides improved output and
extremely fast transient response. Add to that A-T’s
Magna-Lock silent switch, pleasing soft-touch finish, gold-plated
XLRM connectors, along with an AT8470 Quiet-Flex stand clamp,
and the MB3k is certain to satisfy the discriminating vocalist
or live sound engineer.
At the top of the Midnight Blues line, the
MB4k Cardioid Condenser Microphone is an exceptional introductory
studio-quality microphone. Featuring a condenser design,
the MB4k is perfectly at home in the project or home-recording
environment. It has an extended frequency response for smooth,
natural sound quality, soft-touch finish, on/off switch,
gold-plated XLRM connectors, plus battery/phantom operation
for maximum versatility. In addition, the MB4k comes with
an AT8405a stand clamp, battery, and 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16
threaded adaptor.
All models in the new Midnight Blues line
are confidently backed by Audio-Technica’s exclusive
five-year warranty.
The Midnight Blues series of microphones is
available February 2004 with MSRPs as follows:
MB1k — $49
MB1k/c — $59 with cable
MB2k — $69
MB2k/c — $79 with cable
MB3k — $69
MB3k/c — $79 with cable
MB4k — $129
MB4k/c — $139 with cable
Photo Files: MIDNIGHTBLUES1.JPG,
MIDNIGHTBLUES2.JPG, MIDNIGHTBLUES3.JPG
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Celebrating over 40 years of audio excellence
worldwide, Audio-Technica is a leading innovator in transducer
technology, renowned for the design and manufacture of microphones,
wireless microphones, headphones, mixers, and electronics
for the audio industry.
—For more information on the complete range of Audio-Technica
products, contact
Karen Emerson, Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce
Drive, Stow, OH 44224.
Tel: (330) 686-2600; Fax: (330) 688-3752; Web: www.audio-technica.com
—For further information regarding product availability
and pricing in Europe, please contact Denise Turner, marketing,
Audio-Technica Ltd., Old Lane, Leeds LS11 8AG England.
Tel: +44 (0) 113 277 1441, Fax: +44 (0) 113 270 4836
