Detail 01
Dynamic element
No phantom power needed, and it shrugs off heat, humidity and handling that would upset a condenser.
Product detailSKU #1273887988710
Audio-TechnicaAE4100 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Handheld cardioid dynamic built for live vocals. For singers and engineers who want a rugged stage mic at a step above entry level.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Lead or backing vocals on a loud stage
- Touring rigs where a mic gets dropped and packed nightly
- Miking guitar cabs or snare at a gig
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Detailed studio work needing air above 18 kHz
- Quiet sources like fingerstyle guitar or room ambience
- Anyone wanting a switchable pad or low-cut
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
90 Hz–18 kHz response
The low end starts high, which keeps stage rumble and boominess out before you touch an EQ.
Detail 03
-55 dB sensitivity
Quiet output typical of dynamics. Expect to run your preamp gain noticeably higher than with a condenser.
Detail 04
Cardioid pattern
Rejects what is directly behind it, so point the back at your wedge to keep feedback down.
Detail 05
250 ohm impedance
Standard low-impedance output; works with any XLR mic input and long cable runs without level loss.
Detail 06
10.9 oz weight
Substantial in the hand. Feels solid on a boom but heavier than a lightweight mic over a long set.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No XLR cable included — buy one separately
- 02Check whether a clip and case are in the box before you gig
- 03Preamp needs enough clean gain for a low-output dynamic
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it need phantom power?
No. It is a dynamic mic and works on any standard XLR input with no power. Leaving phantom on will not harm it either.
02Can I use it on instruments?
Yes. Dynamics handle high volume well, and the 90 Hz low cut and cardioid pattern suit guitar cabs and snare on a loud stage.
03How does it compare to a condenser for live vocals?
It rejects more stage bleed, resists feedback better and survives handling. A condenser gives more detail but is harder to control live.
04Is it good for home recording?
It works, especially in an untreated room where its tight pattern helps. Its 18 kHz ceiling gives less top-end air than a studio condenser.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsSound
- Polar Pattern
- cardioid
- Frequency Response
- 90Hz-18kHz
- Impedance
- 250 ohms
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Open Circuit Sensitivity
- -55dB (1.7mV) re 1v @ 1Pa
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
1 detailsConnections & power
- Output Connector
- XLRM
1 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 10.9
1 detailsOther
- Element
- dynamic
