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Black cylindrical microphone with integrated shock mount and mesh grille, includes pivoting stand adapter and pouch

Audio-Technica

Audio-Technica AT2040 Hypercardioid Dynamic Microphone

SKU CH-74PP-65SEP

A broadcast-quality dynamic microphone with a hypercardioid pattern for vocal isolation, an integrated shock mount to suppress stand vibration, and a multistage windscreen that reduces plosives

  • ColorBlack
  • ConnectorXLR
  • Microphone Sensitivity-53 decibels
  • Microphone Signal to Noise Ratio(SNR)76 decibels
  • FeaturesStand
  • Hypercardioid pattern isolates vocals by rejecting side and rear sound
  • Integrated shock mount blocks stand and boom vibrations from recordings
  • Multistage foam mesh windscreen stops plosives without external pop filter
  • Large diaphragm dynamic capsule yields warm broadcast tone with low noise
  • XLR output connects directly to professional interfaces and mixers

Broadcast Dynamic Microphone

The Audio-Technica AT2040 is a hypercardioid front-address dynamic microphone built for podcasters and content creators who need broadcast-quality vocal capture. Its large diaphragm produces a warm, assertive tone while the multistage foam mesh windscreen handles pop filtering internally. An integrated shock mount attenuates stand-borne vibration and handling noise. The package includes a pivoting stand mount, a threaded adapter and a soft protective pouch.

Verify XLR Interface and Gain Requirements

This microphone uses an XLR connector, so your audio interface, mixer or recorder must provide a matching XLR input and phantom power is not required for this dynamic capsule. With a sensitivity of -53 decibels and a signal-to-noise ratio of 76 decibels, you will need sufficient clean preamp gain to reach a healthy recording level. Ensure your stand or boom arm accepts the supplied 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter before ordering.

Ideal for Solo Voice Work in Untreated Rooms

The tight hypercardioid polar pattern rejects off-axis sound, making this microphone well suited for streamers, podcasters and voice-over artists working in spaces without acoustic treatment. It is less appropriate for round-table discussions, ensemble recordings or any situation that demands a wide pickup angle. Buyers who want USB connectivity or an on-board headphone monitor output should look at a different product.

Highlights

  • Hypercardioid pattern isolates vocals by rejecting side and rear sound
  • Integrated shock mount blocks stand and boom vibrations from recordings
  • Multistage foam mesh windscreen stops plosives without external pop filter
  • Large diaphragm dynamic capsule yields warm broadcast tone with low noise
  • XLR output connects directly to professional interfaces and mixers

Specifications

BrandAudio-Technica
ModelAT2040
Part NumberAT 2040
ColorBlack
ConnectorXLR
Microphone Sensitivity-53 decibels
Microphone Signal to Noise Ratio(SNR)76 decibels
FeaturesStand

Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the AT2040 and what else is needed to connect it?

The package includes the microphone, a pivoting stand mount, a 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter, and a soft protective pouch. An XLR cable and a stand or boom arm are required separately.

Which polar pattern does the AT2040 use and why choose it over other patterns?

It uses a hypercardioid polar pattern that focuses on the front source while rejecting more sound from the sides and rear than a standard cardioid, giving maximum vocal isolation for podcasting.

How does the -53 dB sensitivity and 76 dB signal-to-noise ratio affect real-world recording?

The -53 dB output level requires a preamp or interface with sufficient clean gain, while the 76 dB signal-to-noise ratio provides a quiet noise floor for clear broadcast-quality capture.

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