AUDIO-TECHNICA AT2040 HYPERCARDIOID DYNAMIC PODCAST MICROPHONE

The AT2040 dynamic mic offers professional-quality broadcast sound in an affordable package. Although designed for podcasting, the AT2040 can also be used for other content creation setups, such as live streaming, gaming, or doing voice-over work.

Why Choose a Dynamic Over a Condenser?

Dynamic Mic Characteristics

• Minimizes room noise – perfect for sonically untreated rooms
• Smooth audio capture with classic warm broadcast sound
• Robust construction with no external power requirements

Condenser Mic Characteristics

• Extremely sensitive – picks up the subtlest sounds in any environment
• Very articulate audio with a detailed high-frequency capture
• Requires external power to operate (phantom or battery)

FEATURES

• Dynamic microphone delivers warm, assertive broadcast sound that’s perfect for podcasting
• Large diaphragm for smooth, natural sound and low noise
• Multistage foam mesh windscreen provides superior internal pop filtering
• Integrated shock mount attenuates noise, shock and vibration transmitted through mic stands, booms and mounts
• Hypercardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear for maximum vocal isolation
• Includes pivoting stand mount, 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter, and a soft protective pouch

SPECIFICATIONS

• Element: Dynamic
• Polar Pattern: Hypercardioid
• Frequency Response: 80-16,000 Hz
• Open Circuit Sensitivity: -53 dB (2.2 mV) (0 dB=1 V/Pa, 1 kHz)
• Weight: 615 g (21.7 oz)
• Dimensions: 145.3 mm (5.72") long, 52 mm (2.05") maximum body diameter
• Output Connector: Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
• Accessories Included: AT8487 mounting clamp, 5/8”-27 to 3/8”-16 threaded adapter, Pouch
• Audio-Technica Case Style: R13