Acoustic transducers configured with integrated electronics technology are
adapted to digitize signal data close to the transducer. The transducers
are packaged with a reduced number of elements and sealed for exposure to
harsh environments, without oil compensation. A transducer assembly
includes a frame, an acoustic transducer element disposed on the frame,
and an electronics module disposed on the frame and linked to the
acoustic transducer element. The pressure and temperature tolerant
electronics module is adapted to process a signal associated with the
transducer element.