Audio Technica U853R Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Product Description

The AUDIO TECHNICA U853R is a miniature cardioid condenser microphone designed for hanging installation applications. It delivers focused directional pickup through its cardioid polar pattern, which rejects off-axis noise and feedback from room reflections. Built for permanent or semi-permanent installs, the U853R is well suited to environments where a low-profile, ceiling-hung microphone must capture speech or acoustic sources cleanly and consistently. Audio engineers, AV integrators, and sound reinforcement technicians typically specify and install this unit in houses of worship, conference rooms, performing arts venues, and lecture halls.

The U853R is used in installed-sound applications where a discrete hanging microphone is required. Its miniature form factor keeps the unit visually unobtrusive while maintaining reliable condenser-quality pickup. Typical installs position the microphone above a stage, altar, podium, or conference table on a drop cable, allowing the capsule to hang at the appropriate working distance from the sound source. It is sold individually as a single unit.

Key Features

• Cardioid polar pattern isolates the intended sound source and reduces ambient noise pickup
• Miniature condenser capsule delivers extended frequency response appropriate for speech and acoustic instruments
• Hanging-mount configuration keeps the microphone unobtrusive in architectural environments
• Wired design provides a stable, low-latency signal path without battery or wireless management
• Single-unit packaging allows individual placement or multi-mic array builds

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style hanging condenser microphone for installed-sound systems requiring phantom-powered cardioid condenser inputs.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a licensed AV integrator or sound reinforcement technician. The microphone requires phantom power supplied by a compatible mixing console or preamplifier; verify phantom power voltage compatibility before connecting. Route and secure the drop cable according to applicable local building and fire codes, and avoid running the signal cable parallel to AC power lines to minimize induced noise. Power down the mixing system before making or breaking the microphone connection.