Audio-Technica AT2040 – Hypercardioid Dynamic Podcast Mic
Engineered for podcasters, streamers, and content creators, the AT2040 delivers broadcast-grade, crystal-clear voice capture. It combines a rugged, all-metal body with a built-in shock mount and multistage windscreen—designed for professional sound and simplicity, available now at Soundium.
Key Features
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Hypercardioid dynamic capsule: Captures your voice with precision while minimizing ambient noise and room reflections
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Multistage windscreen: Foam mesh with non-woven filter guards against plosives and hiss without adding external filters
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Integrated shock mount: Suppresses mechanical noise from mic stands, boom arms, and handling
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Pivoting stand mount: Offers flexible angling and stability, with 5/8″-27 to 3/8″-16 adapter included
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Protective soft pouch: Keeps your mic safe during storage and transport
Customer Benefits
Record with confidence—focused voice isolation, built-in filtering, and shock resistance mean fewer distractions and cleaner audio. The AT2040 eliminates the need for extra accessories, streamlining your setup with Soundium-ready convenience.
Quick Specs
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Type / Polar pattern: Dynamic / Hypercardioid
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Frequency response: 80–16 000 Hz
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Sensitivity: –53 dB (approx. 2.2 mV / Pa at 1 kHz)
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Impedance: 600 Ω
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Output: XLR male (3-pin), no power required
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Construction: All-metal housing with internal shock mount
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Weight: ≈615 g
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Dimensions: Ø 52 mm × 145 mm
What’s in the Box
- Audio-Technica AT2040 microphone
- Pivoting stand mount (AT8487) with threaded adapter
- Soft protective pouch
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Excellent voice isolation with true broadcast-style hypercardioid pattern
- Built-in filtration and shock mounting reduce need for external accessories
- Solid, professional-grade build ready for studio or mobile use
⚠️ Cons:
- Requires a mic preamp or interface—no USB plug-and-play
- Heavy compared to other dynamic mics—may need sturdy mounting hardware
With its focused pickup, built-in isolation, and no-frills design, the Audio-Technica AT2040 is a professional dynamic mic that delivers clean, broadcast-quality audio effortlessly—streamlined for creators, available at Soundium.
