Audio-Technica AT2040USB Hypercardioid Dynamic Broadcast USB Microphone

The Perfect Mic for Podcasters and Content Creators

With the Audio-Technica AT2040USB microphone in your studio, you’ll instantly upgrade your vocal game and stand to benefit from plug-and-play convenience. This USB mic boasts a dynamic mic capsule that imbues your voice with a warm, rich character. The hypercardioid polar pattern helps eliminate ambient noise by focusing tightly on its intended sound source. An internal shockmount and a mesh/foam windscreen help lessen the effects of pops, plosives, and handling noise. Users will also appreciate the built-in mute button, headphone output, and Mix Control mode for blending the mic with pre-recorded audio. Finally, the microphone’s analog XLR output allows it to connect to anyone’s recording setup.

Dynamic mic capsule and hypercardioid polar pattern

A dynamic microphone capsule supplies the AT2040USB’s superlative sound. This particular mic capsule is designed to capture the rich and warm vocals today’s content creators need. Meanwhile, the mic’s hypercardioid polar pattern focuses tightly on your voice and prevents unwanted off-axis noise — computer fans, air conditioners, or people talking in the house — from entering the signal. If you’re searching for a mic that delivers great sound without breaking the bank, you’ll love the Audio-Technica AT2040USB.

An excellent choice for content creation

What do podcasters, streamers, YouTubers, and TikTokers have in common? The need for a good microphone, of course! City Music is happy to report that the Audio-Technica AT2040USB is a slam dunk for each application. It comes with a built-in headphone jack for monitoring your vocal signal. Plus, there’s a silent soft-touch mute button to silence the mic if you need to sneeze. Plus, the Mix Control feature lets you blend the mic’s signal with pre-recorded audio.

Connects to any setup

As mentioned above, the AT2040USB is primarily designed as a USB microphone. However, it also comes loaded with a standard analog XLR output. By having dual outputs, you get much more recording flexibility. When you’re just starting your content creation journey, the mic’s USB output plugs straight into your computer for instant recording. As you gain experience and your setup changes, the XLR output gives you the freedom to plug into an audio interface or outboard microphone preamp. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned podcast pro, the AT2040USB’s dual output design fits into any recording setup.

Audio-Technica AT2040USB Dynamic Broadcast USB Microphone Features:

• Plug-and-play USB broadcast microphone
• Dynamic mic capsule offers a warm, rich sound
• Hypercardioid pickup pattern rejects off-axis noise
• Mix control blends the mic signal with pre-recorded audio
• Built-in headphone jack lets you monitor the audio at the source
• Soft-touch mute button silences the mic’s output
• Switchable low-cut filter controls low-frequency rumble
• XLR output connects to an external audio interface when needed
• Internal shockmount and multi-stage foam/mesh windscreen guards against pops and plosives
• LED indicator ring provides at-a-glance status updates