Audio-Technica AT4040

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Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Directional characteristic: Cardioid
High SPL (sound pressure level) capability
Includes a shock mount

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Available since April 2002
Item number 154707
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Tube No
Switchable Polar Pattern No
Omnidirectional No
Cardioid Yes
Figure-8 No
Low Cut Yes
Pad Yes
shockmount included Yes
USB Microphone No

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A truly versatile classic

The Audio-Technica AT4040 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone with a cardioid polar pattern, providing a smooth, natural sound that makes this microphone perfect not only for vocal recordings but also for capturing acoustic instruments like guitars. Its excellent noise isolation, wide dynamic range, fast transient response, and ability to handle high sound pressure levels all contribute to its professional-grade performance. Included with the microphone is a shock mount that effectively eliminates footfall noise, making the AT4040 a reliable choice for high-quality recordings in any production setting.

Audio Technica AT4040 large-diaphragm condenser microphone with microphone shock mount

Includes footfall noise attenuation

The Audio-Technica AT4040 features a balanced, transformerless circuitry that ensures impressively low noise, delivering a signal-to-noise ratio of 82dB at 1kHz. Its broad frequency response spans from 20Hz to 20kHz, and with a maximum sound pressure level of 145dB at 1kHz SPL, the AT4040 captures even the loudest signals with clarity and precision. A dynamic range of 133dB allows for expressive performances with wide volume variation, while convenient controls on the rear, such as the low-cut filter for reducing footfall noise and a PAD switch that attenuates the input level by 10dB, add flexibility and control in a variety of recording situations.

Reliable and flexible

The Audio-Technica AT4040 is a versatile microphone ideal for a wide range of recording situations, and its high dynamic range combined with a transparent sound makes this microphone especially well-suited for vocal performances. The AT4040 also excels at capturing acoustic instruments like guitars, strings, and pianos with remarkable clarity. Working with a pair of AT4040s enables stereo recordings that capture a more natural spatial sound, while the PAD switch allows users to mic up even the loudest signal sources without distortion. Inside, a precision-machined baffle made of nickel-plated brass surrounds the internal acoustic element, providing both stability and optimal sensitivity for consistently excellent recordings.

Audio Technica AT4040 large-diaphragm condenser microphone

About Audio-Technica

The Japanese company Audio-Technica was founded in 1962 and at first manufactured affordable phono cartridges. The company has since become acclaimed for a whole range of quality audio products. Audio-Technica released their first headphones in 1974. The company later gained huge popularity among musicians with the release of the AT4060 tube microphone. Audio-Technica focuses on high-quality components at affordable prices. Today, their product range offers a wide variety of microphones, headphones, and turntables as well as many other accessories.

Quick to set up and ready to use

Weighing just 360 grams, the Audio-Technica AT4040 is quick to set up and ready to record in moments, easily mounted on an optional microphone stand using the included shock mount. The signal is transmitted to a DAW or mixing console via an XLR cable (sold separately), and as a condenser microphone, the AT4040 requires 48V phantom power, which can be supplied through a connected audio interface or mixing console. For cleaner vocal recordings, an optional pop filter can help reduce plosive sounds like P and B, while the included dust cover keeps the microphone protected when not in use.

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хороший микрофон

Trupskiy 30.03.2021

брал at4040 на замену своему rode nt-1. конечно, разница весьма ощутимая. Более того, на мужском голосе микрофон звучит гораздо лучше, чем в примерах на сайте, хотя я подключил его напрямую в motu microbook 2c. примеры для томана записывались через более серьезное оборудование, но мой результат мне понравился гораздо больше. возможно, тут вокалисту микрофон не подошел. в общем, если подытожить, своих денег ат 4040 однозначно стоит

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Not my cup of tea.

Nick Namy 12.01.2023

1st of all let me make clear that this microphone isn't bad, but this review is based on my taste.
U was looking for a vocal microphone and this mic juat didn't cut it for my voice. I plugged it into a Audient id14 and, on those preamps, is just sound too "shrill" on my voice. Somehow "spiky" and harsh at times. That said, it could just be my voice or the preamps.
I was 1st going to give it a 3 star rating but then I remebered what it did on my acoustic guitar and as a drum room mic/overhead/just behind the drummer mic. This thing does really well on those instruments.
If you are looking for an all around instrument microphone I doubt you will go wrong with this one. It wasn't my thing because I was looking for a vocal microphone and it didn't suit my voice, but as a versitile instrument microphone the at4040 works.
Also it feels sturdy and my guess is it won't give out soon. I had an at2020 that i banged around for years and it is still going strong.

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Great allround mic

PureFlow 21.12.2021

Great allround Michaël microphone, I use for voice over, singing and recording of instruments. It works good on all of these.

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it's MAGIC

Sasha121 21.03.2021

The best microphone I have ever worked with, it is 300% neutral, like plasticine - do what you want, of course, for professionals who create the right color for the composition themselves!

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Audio-Technica AT4040

Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone