Audio-Technica has announced the ATV-SG1 and ATV-SG1LE, two new on-camera shotgun microphones now available in Australia, designed to bring professional-grade audio quality to videographers and content creators.
Good audio can make or break a video. Japanese audio brand Audio-Technica has just expanded its microphone lineup with two new on-camera shotgun mics – the ATV-SG1 and ATV-SG1LE – both available in Australia now.
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Both microphones share a solid-mesh design inspired by Audio-Technica’s classic 20 Series, built around a newly designed 14mm large-diameter diaphragm for natural, high-resolution sound. A highly directional 100mm acoustic tube keeps the pickup focused on the subject while rejecting unwanted background noise, and an integrated shock mount handles the inevitable handling noise that comes with camera movement.
Audio-Technica’s patented noise-immunity technology also provides strong resistance to hum and RF interference from smartphones and other nearby electronics – a handy feature on a busy shoot. Both models are designed and manufactured in Japan, ship with a wind muff for outdoor use, and feature a 12-sided shoe mounting plate that allows 30-degree rotation increments for flexible positioning.
The ATV-SG1LE is the more streamlined of the two, aimed at content creators after a straightforward plug-and-play upgrade. It connects to a DSLR, mirrorless SLR or compatible camera via a 3.5mm TRS-to-3.5mm TRS cable, with plug-in power circuitry that retains the extended frequency range and high max SPL associated with battery-powered mics. Compact at 35mm wide and 127.1mm long, it’s easy to throw in a bag and forget about it until you need it.
The ATV-SG1 is the more feature-rich option for videographers who want greater control on location. It adds a low-cut filter switch for managing wind, traffic and HVAC noise, a stepless gain knob on the rear for on-the-fly adjustments and a safety track feature that records the main audio to the left channel and a -6dB backup to the right, a sensible safeguard when unexpected volume spikes are a risk. An external input jack and accessory shoe allow a wireless lavalier receiver or plug-in-powered wired lavalier mic to be used simultaneously with the shotgun, a headphone jack with volume control enables real-time monitoring, and a built-in USB rechargeable battery provides up to 24 hours of continuous operation.
Both models are available in Australia now. More information at Audio-Technica.
