{"product_id":"u853u-hanging-mic-condenser-line-cardioid","title":"U853U Hanging Mic Condenser Line Cardioid","description":"\u003cp\u003eAudio-Technica designed the U853 UniPoint hanging condenser microphone specifically for permanent overhead installation in environments where unobtrusive, high-quality audio capture is essential. Its cardioid polar pattern provides focused pickup while effectively rejecting off-axis noise, making it ideal for houses of worship, theatres, conference rooms, lecture halls, and auditoriums.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBuilt around Audio-Technica's proprietary UniPoint technology, the U853 delivers smooth, articulate sound reproduction across a wide frequency response of 30–20,000 Hz. The single-point design ensures consistent polar pattern integrity and excellent transient response, capturing speech and musical performances with remarkable clarity and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePolar Pattern: Cardioid — targeted pickup with superior ambient rejection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTransducer: Permanently polarised condenser element\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFrequency Response: 30–20,000 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePower: Phantom powered (11–52V DC)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign: Low-profile, ceiling-suspended housing for discreet installation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes: In-line power module with switchable low-cut filter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinish: Black for visually unobtrusive deployment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe included power module features a selectable 80 Hz high-pass filter to manage low-frequency rumble and HVAC noise — a critical consideration for installed sound environments. With robust RFI shielding and reliable phantom power operation, the U853 is a trusted choice for AV integrators and system designers seeking dependable, installation-grade overhead microphone solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jansen Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55007665914159,"sku":"U853BU","price":559.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/2210\/2319\/files\/U853BU_96e59ecd-bcb4-4c9b-b71c-a373813fa129.jpg?v=1778612438","url":"https:\/\/audioconnect.co.nz\/products\/u853u-hanging-mic-condenser-line-cardioid","provider":"Audio Connect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}