The Audio-Technica ATM73A is a head-worn microphone ideal for drummers, keyboard players and anyone in need of hands free microphone operation. The comfortable, unobtrusive headband design features a side-of-mouth pickup. The cardioid polar pattern improves isolation of desired sound source while minimizing off-axis noise and feedback. The microphone is terminated with a switchcraft TA3-female connector, the included AT8531 phantom power supply id belt mounted and provides the standard XLR output.