Audio-Technica Omnidirectional Element
Best choice for professionals needing immersive, 360-degree ambient sound capture.
This omnidirectional element excels at capturing a full 360-degree soundstage, making it a reliable choice for immersive, high-fidelity recording. Since it is a discontinued component, you will need to verify compatibility carefully, but the trade-off for the extra legwork is a level of audio detail that modern, specialized alternatives often struggle to replicate.
$89.00
at
Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center
Who it's for
- Presenters who move frequently while speaking
- Podcasters needing natural audio at close range
- Documentarians capturing authentic group environments
Who should skip it
- Live sound technicians working near stage monitors
- Creators recording in untreated or noisy spaces
- Engineers requiring strict isolation for individual tracks
Performance breakdown
Polar pattern consistency
Uniform 360-degree capture provides reliable, natural sound staging for ambient recording.
Build durability
Lightweight plastic construction feels fragile compared to modern professional metal housings.
Compatibility range
Discontinued status makes finding matching hardware a significant logistical challenge.
Sound fidelity
Delivers the clean, transparent audio reproduction expected from the Audio-Technica brand.
Ease of integration
Requires specific technical knowledge to properly install into legacy microphone bodies.
Ambient capture capability
Excels at picking up room tone and immersive environmental soundscapes.
Key Specs
Part Number
UE-O
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Color
Black
Warranty
5 years
Construction Material
Plastic
Weight
453.59 grams
Connection Type
XLR
Intended Application
Studio Recording
Microphone Compatibility
Condenser Microphones
Power Source Type
Phantom Power
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