Audio-Technica AT8035 Shotgun Condenser Microphone

Capture focused dialogue and location audio with the Audio-Technica AT8035 directional shotgun condenser microphone. Its narrow pickup pattern, XLR connection and flexible power options suit filmmakers, interview crews and content creators recording in Nairobi and across Kenya.

The supercardioid / lobar pickup pattern helps reduce sound arriving from the sides and rear, keeping attention on the source in front of the microphone. Aim its end-address capsule towards your speaker for interviews, documentary work and video production.

A 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response captures speech and environmental detail, while the switchable 80 Hz low-cut filter helps reduce low-frequency rumble. Use the filter when handling noise or unwanted bass distracts from the voice you want to record.

Run the microphone from 11 to 52 V phantom power or a single AA battery when your recording setup requires it. The 3-pin XLR output connects to compatible microphone inputs on recorders, mixers and audio interfaces, giving video teams a practical route to dedicated audio recording.

Key Features

• The shotgun design provides directional pickup for focused dialogue and location recording.
• The supercardioid / lobar pattern helps reduce unwanted sound from outside the recording direction.
• The condenser element captures speech and environmental detail across a 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency range.
• The switchable 80 Hz low-cut filter helps reduce low-frequency rumble in recordings.
• Phantom power operation from 11 to 52 V supports a range of compatible professional recording equipment.
• A single AA battery provides an alternative power option for setups without phantom power.
• The 3-pin XLR output connects to compatible microphone inputs for dedicated audio capture.
• A maximum SPL of 132 dB on phantom power accommodates louder sources within the specified distortion limit.
• The 170 g microphone weight helps keep a portable recording setup manageable.
• The supplied thread adapter supports mounting with both 5/8-inch and 3/8-inch threaded equipment.

Technical Specifications

Brand: Audio-Technica

Model: AT8035

Microphone type: Shotgun condenser

Polar pattern: Supercardioid / lobar (line + gradient)

Sound field: Mono

Orientation: End address

Circuitry: Solid-state

Frequency response: 40 Hz to 20 kHz

Low-cut filter: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave

Pad: None

Maximum SPL: 132 dB with phantom power; 120 dB with battery power, at 1 kHz and 1% THD

Off-axis rejection: 10 dB at 60 degrees; 20 dB at 120 degrees; greater than 20 dB at 180 degrees

Sensitivity: -38 dBV/Pa with phantom power; -39 dBV/Pa with battery power, open-circuit voltage

Dynamic range: 110 dB with phantom power; 98 dB with battery power, at 1 kHz and maximum SPL

Output: One 3-pin XLR connector

Power: 11 to 52 V phantom power or one AA battery

Battery supplied: One AA

Colour: Black

Mounting thread: 5/8-inch-27 female; 3/8-inch-16 female with included adapter

Microphone dimensions: 21 mm diameter × 369 mm length

Microphone weight: 170 g

Package weight: 1.8 lb

Box dimensions: 19.5 × 4.6 × 2.5 inches

Q: Can I connect the AT8035 directly to a phone or camera?
A: It uses a 3-pin XLR output, so your device needs a compatible microphone input or a suitable audio interface or adapter. It is not a direct USB or 3.5 mm microphone.

Q: How do I power and position the AT8035?
A: Use compatible 11 to 52 V phantom power or one AA battery, then aim the front end towards your subject. Keep it as close as practical without entering the shot, and enable the low-cut filter when unwanted low-frequency rumble is present.

Q: Can I get the Audio-Technica AT8035 delivered in Nairobi today?
A: Same-day delivery within Nairobi CBD and major suburbs is available for orders placed before the daily cut-off. Contact Zamar Audio Solutions to confirm stock and lock in a delivery window. Countrywide delivery across Kenya is available, with lead times varying by location.