With the innovative AT4080, Audio-Technica achieves the coveted ribbon microphone sound, while solving the problems of fragility and low output that historically have affected tape microphones. Providing the warm, even sound of a classic ribbon microphone, the hand-held AT4080 Active Tape Microphone offers rugged construction for long duration, reliable operation and a higher output level for maximum compatibility with preamplifiers microphones Both in home recording studios and in live sound, this microphone presents the seal of the innovative Audio-Technica MicroLinearT tape, which protects double tapes against lateral distortion and distortion. With 18 patents pending, the revolutionary Audio-Technica tape transducer advances the evolution of ribbon microphones design. Lifetime Warranty: The Lifetime Warranty covers the entire life of the product, which is estimated at 15 years, and is only available to the original purchaser of the microphone who has completed, during the 30 days following the purchase, the form of warranty registration you can find at www.audio-technica.com/warranty.