Audio-technica ES973 Hypercardioid Condenser Handheld Microphone

The new Engineered Sound®. Contractor-exclusive innovations for every acoustical challenge. And safe haven from RFI. 

The ES973 is a high-quality hypercardioid condenser designed for use as a handheld, stand or lectern vocal microphone. The microphone’s rugged housing contains all electronics; it is equipped with an 80 Hz low-cut UniSteep® filter and a switchable 10 dB pad. The microphone offers unsurpassed immunity from radio frequency interference thanks to Audio-Technica’s UniGuard® innovations. Optional interchangeable elements are available for coverage from 100° to 360°.

• Designed for quality sound reinforcement with smooth, accurate audio reproduction in handheld and fixed-mount applications


• Uniform hypercardioid polar pattern with 100º acceptance angle


• Available interchangeable elements permit angle of acceptance from 100º to 360º


• High sensitivity and high SPL capability


• Rugged design and construction for reliable performance


• Requires 11V to 52V DC phantom power


• UniGuard® RFI-shielding technology offers outstanding rejection of radio frequency interference (RFI)


• Integral 80 Hz UniSteep® filter and 10 dB pad


• RoHS compliant—free from all substances specified in the EU directive on hazardous substances