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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

  • ConnectionXLR
  • Mic sensitivity-53 decibels
  • Mic signal-to-noise ratio76 decibels
  • Product colorBlack
  • Key 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.

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Price $76.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAudio-Technica
Model nameAT2040
Part numberAT 2040
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Mic sensitivity-53 decibels
Mic signal-to-noise ratio76 decibels
Ports & slots
ConnectionXLR

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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