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Black hanging condenser microphone with steel hangar and windscreen

Universal

Universal U853R Cardioid Condenser Hanging Microphone 250 Ohms Black

SKU CH-8KFK-ADKHR

A cardioid condenser hanging microphone for speech, theatre, orchestra and choir reinforcement with interchangeable elements covering 90 to 360 degrees.

  • Low-profile design keeps microphone visually discreet in theatre settings
  • Cardioid pattern with interchangeable elements adjusts acceptance from 90 to 360 degrees
  • Includes AT8438 steel hangar adapter and windscreen for secure overhead mounting
  • Phantom power operation eliminates battery maintenance in fixed installations
  • RFI shielding and low-frequency filter reduce ambient noise pickup

Ideal Applications

The Audio-Technica U853R is a cardioid condenser hanging microphone designed for speech, theatre, orchestra and choir sound reinforcement and recording. Its low-profile black design blends discreetly into performance spaces. The microphone accepts interchangeable elements to adjust the angle of acceptance from 90 degrees to 360 degrees. It is suited for venues needing overhead pickup with minimal visual impact.

Power and Noise Performance

The U853R operates on phantom power and includes unfigured RFI shielding innovations to protect against radio-frequency interference. A Unsteer filter reduces pickup of low-frequency ambient noise during use. The microphone presents a 250 Ohm output impedance for compatibility with standard professional inputs. These features help deliver a clean signal in electrically noisy environments.

Mounting and Included Accessories

The package includes an AT8438 stand adapter steel hangar and a windscreen for immediate installation. The hangar allows secure suspension from microphone stands or overhead rigging points. Interchangeable elements let you tailor coverage to the specific stage or seating layout. No battery compartment is described, so phantom power must be available at the mixer or preamp.

Highlights

  • Low-profile design keeps microphone visually discreet in theatre settings
  • Cardioid pattern with interchangeable elements adjusts acceptance from 90 to 360 degrees
  • Includes AT8438 steel hangar adapter and windscreen for secure overhead mounting
  • Phantom power operation eliminates battery maintenance in fixed installations
  • RFI shielding and low-frequency filter reduce ambient noise pickup

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I mount the U853R and what step is often missed?

Attach the supplied AT8438 steel hangar to the ceiling or grid, then clip the microphone body into the hangar; the step often missed is fitting the included windscreen over the capsule before hanging it.

What part will need replacement after extended use?

The interchangeable capsule elements — available in 90 to 360 degree acceptance angles — are the wear items; swap them when sensitivity drops or the polar pattern degrades.

What limit appears first during a long session?

The 250 ohm output impedance means cable runs beyond about 50 metres can start to roll off high frequencies, so that is the practical distance limit under sustained use.

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