Purpose-built for podcasters and content creators on a limited budget, the Audio-Technica AT2040 Hypercardioid Dynamic Microphone benefits from A-T's decades of expertise in constructing trusted microphones for the studio and stage. The AT2040 features a large-diaphragm dynamic capsule in a classic end-address configuration, just like traditional broadcast-style mics used by pros. Not only does the mic deliver a warm, yet robust vocal tone, but it also picks up minimal background noise and room reflections, thanks to its hypercardioid polar pattern.
Here is what you get:
- Audio-Technica AT2040 Hypercardioid Dynamic Podcast Microphone
- AT8487 Mounting Clamp
- 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 Threaded Adapter
- Storage Pouch
- Limited 2-Year Warranty
Not in the Box:
- Essential; XLR Cables (Not Included)
Product Highlights
- For Podcasts, Voice-Overs & Broadcasts
- End-Address, Broadcast-Style Mic
- Large-Diaphragm Dynamic Capsule
- Highly Directional Hypercardioid Pattern
- Warm, Robust Sound
- Minimal Background & Stand-Borne Noise
- Integrated Shockmount
- Internal Pop Filter
- XLR 3-Pin Output Connector
- Stand Mount, Threaded Adapter & Pouch
Audio-Technica AT2040 Specs
Microphone
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Primary Applications
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Studio Recording, Broadcast, Podcast
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Form Factor
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Stand/Boom Mount
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Intended Sound Sources
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Speech/Voice Over
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Sound Field
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Mono
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Operating Principle
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Pressure Gradient
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Capsule
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Dynamic
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Polar Pattern
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Hypercardioid
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Orientation
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End Address
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Circuitry
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Solid-State
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Pad
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None
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High-Pass Filter
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None
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Tone Adjustment
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None
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Gain Adjustment
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None
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Indicators
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None
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On-Board Controls
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None
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Windscreen
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Built-In
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Performance
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Frequency Range
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80 Hz to 16 kHz
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Impedance
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600 Ohms
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Sensitivity
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-53 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz
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Connectivity
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Output Connectors (Analog)
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1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic)
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Headphone Connector
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None
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Power
Physical
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Color
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Black
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Mounting
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Mic Clip/Stand Adapter (Included)
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Included Case
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Pouch
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Included Filters
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None
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Dimensions
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ø: 2.05 x L: 5.72" / ø: 5.21 x L: 14.53 cm
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Weight
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1.4 lb / 615 g
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Packaging Info
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Package Weight
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2.375 lb
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Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
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9.7 x 9.6 x 3.7"
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