Audio-Technica ATND8677a Microphone Desk Stand

Bridging the gap between audio and IT, desk stand ATND8677a can transmit audio and control data together over the Dante network protocol. Network communicates via an Ethernet connection to existing Dante-enabled devices, and any of those devices can be controlled from the desk stand’s programmable user switch. Often seen in boardrooms, houses of worship, and lecture podiums, this condenser boundary microphone gives public speakers control over not just their sound environment, but their overall presentation.

Standard to the professional audio industry, Dante uses standard Internet protocols to provide digital audio and control data with ultra-low latency. With Dante’s ability to host up to 512 bidirectional audio channels, the ATND8677a is easy to use and expand, consistently delivering powerful performance. This microphone desk stand offers more Dante Domain Manager features than previous versions, including role-based security, cross-subnet routing, SNMP alerts, and more. It is also compatible with AES67 networks utilizing different technologies.

A microphone is not included with this desk stand. Desk stand base is equipped with a 3-pin XLRF-type input, so it can be connected to any gooseneck microphone with an XLRM-type output. 12V DC phantom power can be enabled on the desk stand, so condenser goosenecks will function from just the desk stand. Audio control options of gain, frequency response, as well as mute and press to talk functions are all built into the desk stand.

When fully set up, this is not only a microphone, but a variety of functions allow you to control other elements that normally need to be carried out on other devices. When in remote mode, the integrated user switch on the mic can instruct Dante-enabled devices to trigger a video camera pan/tilt, recall a room’s lighting preset, and much more.

Audio-Technica ATND8677a Features

• Connects directly to network via Ethernet cable - no expensive audio cable or soldering needed
• Integrated user switch controls talk/mute in Local mode and triggers Dante-enabled devices in Remote mode
• 3-pin XLRF-type in for quick mounting of gooseneck microphone
• Red/green LED indicator
• Local or remote control of mic gain, low-cut filter, LED indicator and 12V phantom power
• Powered by network PoE
• Scalable across Dante's 512 bidirectional audio channels
• UniSteep®filter provides a steep low-frequency attenuation to improve sound pickup without affecting voice quality
• Heavy die-cast case and non-slip silicone foam bottom pads minimize surface vibration
• Plug-and-play compatibility with AES67 networks, including those that utilize Livewire, RAVENNA and Q-LAN AoIP technologies
• Increases Dante Domain Manager features, adding role-based security, cross-subnet routing, SNMP alerts and more

• ATND8677a Microphone Desk Stand1
• Five Year Limited End User Warranty1

• Frequency Response20-20,000 Hz
• Low Frequency Roll Off80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
• Maximum Input Sound Level
  • -10 dBu @ +30 dB gain
  • -20 dBu @ +40 dB gain
  • -30 dBu @ +50 dB gain
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio68 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Power RequirementsPoE IEEE802.3af standard (Power consumption 1.5W)
• Phantom Power Requirements12V DC
• Switches
  • Local Mode: Touch-sensitive capacitive-type user switch function: toggle (mute on power up), toggle (talk on power up), momentary on, momentary off
  • Low-cut filter: flat, roll-off; 
  • Gain: +30 dB, +40 dB, +50 dB
  • Phantom power: 12V DC, off
  • Remote Mode: Low-cut and Gain via third-party software
• Weight (Microphone)27.2 oz (770g)
• Dimensions
  • 5.24 inches (133 mm) maximum length
  • 3.69 inches (93.8 mm) maximum width
  • 1.82 inches (46.2 mm) maximum height
• Output Connector
  • Physical level: standard Ethernet
  • Input Connector: 3-pin XLRF-type
• Notes
  • Dante Network Specifications
  • Connector: single RJ45
  • Cable quality: Shielded CAT5 or CAT6 recommended
  • Transmission speed: 100 Mbps