Audio-Technica AT2040USB Hypercardioid Dynamic USB Podcast Microphone
Hypercardioid Dynamic Podcast Microphone
The AT2040USB stands out as an excellent microphone option made for content creators. Its dynamic design ensures top-notch voice capture capabilities, complemented by the convenience of USB connectivity. By merging the superior broadcast-quality performance of the AT2040 dynamic podcast microphone with easy plug-and-play USB functionality, this microphone becomes the perfect choice for podcasters, streamers, and various content creators seeking professional-grade results.
- For Podcasts, VO, and Content Creation
- End-Address, Broadcast-Style Mic
- Digital USB-C Output
- Highly Directional Hypercardioid Pattern
A Robust Classic, with Some New Tricks
The AT2040USB sports all the celebrated core features of its analog sibling, including a warm, robust sound, a pro-grade metal body for long-lasting durability, and a highly focused hypercardioid polar pattern that will work wonders for content creators and podcasters trying to minimize room noises like humming computer fans or keyboard taps. Further features carried over from the original AT2040 include the internal, multistage foam mesh windscreen, protecting your audio from pesky plosives, and the integrated shockmount that helps to tame handling noise, bumps, and vibrations transmitted through the stand, boom, or mount.
Direct, Low-Latency Monitoring
Ideal for content creators and podcasters, the AT2040USB includes a built-in 3.5mm headphone jack for direct, low-latency monitoring of your streams. The high-output amplifier provides up to 77mW of output at 32 ohms to drive demanding headphones. You also get headphone volume control on the rear of the mic, so you can dial in the perfect levels for your streaming experience.
High-Fidelity Digital Conversion
Rather than offer barebones digital specs, Audio-Technica built the AT2040USB in a forward-thinking manner, packing in a high-resolution digital converter for a range of optional sample rates. You can record in 16- or 24-bit audio with selectable sample rates from 44.1 to 96 kHz, letting you to record and stream your audio in high-fidelity without the need for an external audio interface.
| Brands | Audio-Technica |
|---|---|
| Sale | No |
| Product Weight | 1.000000 |
| Cashback Enable | No |
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