Audio-Technica ATR4697-USB – Omnidirectional USB boundary microphone

Built for meetings, conference calls and online classes, the ATR4697-USB is a low-profile boundary mic that captures everyone in the room without crowding the desk. Its omnidirectional condenser capsule delivers clear, natural speech from any angle, while the USB-C connection and included USB-A adapter let you plug straight into a computer, tablet or smartphone.

Key Features

• Omnidirectional pickup: 360° coverage picks up voices around the table, so no one is off-mic.
• Low-profile boundary design: Sits flat on the desk and stays out of the camera shot.
• USB-C with USB-A adapter: Plug-and-play on laptops, tablets and phones.
• Bus-powered: Runs from the host device — no external power supply needed.
• Rugged metal build: Ready for daily use in meeting rooms and home offices.

Customer Benefits

Whether you are running a remote team, recording a podcast roundtable or teaching online, the ATR4697-USB keeps the focus on what is being said. The boundary format avoids the boom-arm clutter of a desk mic, while the omnidirectional pattern means you can step back, lean in or pass the conversation around the table without losing clarity. Setup is instant: plug it in, select it as your audio source and the call is ready.

Quick Specs

• Type: Condenser boundary microphone
• Polar pattern: Omnidirectional
• Frequency response: 50 Hz – 15 kHz
• Open-circuit sensitivity: -46 dB
• Impedance: 1,000 Ω
• Power: USB bus-powered (5 V DC)
• Cable: 1.5 m USB-C, includes USB-A adapter
• Weight: 48 g

In the Box

• Audio-Technica ATR4697-USB boundary microphone
• USB-C to USB-A adapter

Ideal For

Remote meetings, small conference rooms, online teaching, video calls and portable interviews.

Pros & Cons

• ✅ Discreet, low-profile design that stays off-camera
• ✅ 360° pickup for group conversations
• ✅ Driver-free plug-and-play across devices
• ✅ No external power required

• ⚠️ No built-in headphone monitoring
• ⚠️ No mute switch on the microphone
• ⚠️ Fixed 1.5 m cable — no extension option

If you need a compact, reliable microphone that everyone on the call can hear clearly, the ATR4697-USB is a straightforward choice.