Audio-Technica AT2040USB Hypercardioid Dynamic Podcast USB Microphone

Audio-Technica AT2040USB Overview

Audio-Technica AT2040USB is The Perfect Plug-and-Play Broadcast Mic for Podcasters, Streamers, and Content Producers

Updated to serve the needs of the modern podcaster, Twitch streamer, and content creator, the Audio-Technica AT2040USB takes the analog original with all of its core features, such as a durable metal build, highly focused hypercardioid pickup, and integrated shockmount and pop filter, and adds a digital USB-C output with support for high-resolution audio capture, up to 24-bit / 96 kHz. You get plenty of handy onboard controls, including a high-pass filter that makes it easy to eliminate low-frequency rumbles from AC units and desk movement, a mix control for blending your voice with audio tracks from your computer, and a soft-touch, capacitive mute button to quickly and silently turn your mic off in case a guest goes off the rails.

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.

Onboard Controls

• Capacitive touch control with LED indicator for the mute function
• Switchable high-pass filter at 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave to eliminate rumbles
• Mix control for blending the mic signal with prerecorded audio sent over the USB connection

Bits and Hertz

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.

Accessories Included

The AT2040USB includes the AT8487 mounting clamp and a 5/8″-27 to 3/8″-16 threaded  adapter and you get a USB-C to USB-A data cable and a USB-A to USB-C plug adapter