The Audio-Technica AT4040 is a large diaphragm, cardioid capacitor microphone designed for use in the most demanding recording applications. Intended for vocal and general instrument recording (piano, guitars, string instruments etc.), the microphones cardioid polar pattern minimizes off-axis signal reducing ambient and residual noise and delivers pristine low-noise recordings. The AT4040 has an integral 80 Hz hi-pass filter provides easy switching from a flat frequency response to a low-end roll-off. The high-pass position reduces the microphone's sensitivity to popping in close vocal use. It also reduces the pickup of low-frequency ambient noise (such as traffic, air-handling systems, etc.), room reverberation and mechanically-coupled vibrations.
Transducer | Condenser |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
Dynamic Range (Typical) | 133 dB, (1 kHz at Maximum SPL) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 82 dB, (1 kHz at 1 Pa) |
Maximum Input Sound Level | 145 dB SPL, (1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.) |
Power Requirements | Phantom, 48v |
Output Impedance | 100 Ohms |
Output Connectors | XLR-3M Type |
Pad | Yes, 10 dB Pad; Roll-Off |
Low Frequency Roll-Off | Yes, 80 Hz, (12 dB Per Octave) |
Dimensions | 6.69 x 2.10" (170.0 x 53.4mm) LxDdiameter |
Weight | 12.7 oz. (360 g) |
Reviews Audio-Technica AT4040 - Cardioid Large Diaphragm Studio Condenser Capacitor Microphone (Import)