Bryan Ferry is currently touring the globe with Audio-Technica microphones, including the AE5400 large-diaphragm, cardioid condenser – his long-standing exclusive choice of stage mic.
Ferry has used an AT4054 capacitor microphone exclusively for his vocals for several years but has recently taken up with the A-T Artist Elite© AE5400 - the successor to the AT4054 that faithfully retains its linear, off-axis response
and optimised vocal contour. The AE5400, however, boasts a significantly richer LF response and a switchable HP filter.
Using the AE5400 – as with the AT4054 – Bryan can switch seamlessly
from voice to harmonica, cupping the capsule without fear of feedback or any
‘muting’ of the harmonica’s tone.
The live mic list also includes AT4050 condensers on piano and guitar cabs,
two ATM35 high-intensity, clip-on, cardioid, condenser instrument mics on harp,
an ultraminiature hanging AT853a cardioid condenser mic on violin, an AE2500
Dual Element, dynamic/condenser on kick drum, ATM25 hi SPL dynamics on floor
toms and three AT3060 large-diaphragm, vacuum tube condensers on drum overheads
and sax.
Steve May, long standing monitor engineer for Ferry, is also of the A-T persuasion
when it comes to quality and reliability: “Great sound, very robust, quality
product,” he opines.
Ferry’s studio work has always had a reputation for luxurious production
standards, and his style of close and intimate vocal recording is signature.
Again the A-T capsule provides that optimum effect for him in the studio. Bryan
is currently working on a new album in his studio, scheduling sessions in between
the live shows, and making extensive use of much of the same A-T kit as on stage
and of course the AE5400 on his voice and harp.
About the AE5400
€ Superior anti-shock engineering ensures minimal handling noise
€ Robust design for enduring dependability on the road
€ Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad
€ Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear,
improving isolation of desired sound source
€ Cardioid condenser microphone
€ Pristine sound quality demanded by the most discriminating microphone
user.
€ Large-diaphragm element and true condenser design.
€ Integral 80 Hz HPF switch and 10 dB pad.
About Audio-Technica
Celebrating over 40 years of audio excellence worldwide, Audio-Technica is
a leading innovator in transducer technology, renowned for the design and manufacture
of microphones, wireless microphones, headphones, mixers, and electronics for
the audio industry.
Bryan Ferry on stage with A-T AE5400 mic
www.audio-technica.co.uk
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