Audio-Technica AT4040 Cardioid Condenser Microphone
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- Studio recordingMusic and voice tracking in a treated room: condensers, interface, monitors and headphones.
- Music performanceCapturing a live room or a stage: instrument and drum mics, stereo pairs, multitrack recording.
- PodcastAudio-first shows recorded at a table — one to four mics, arms, an interface or console and closed-back headphones.
- Broadcast and newsStation and OB workflows: SDI infrastructure, intercom, encoders, reference and timecode.
Overview
Product description from Audio-Technica
The AT4040 side-address condenser microphone features an advanced large diaphragm tensioned specifically to provide smooth, natural sonic characteristics. A marriage of technical precision and artistic inspiration, the AT4040 offers exceptionally low noise, wide dynamic range and high-SPL capability for greatest versatility. This ultra-consistent microphone may be used with confidence in a wide variety of studio and live miking applications, even under the stringent demands of digital recording systems. The AT4040’s low-noise circuitry is symmetrical and transformerless, resulting in exceptional transient response and clean output signals for transparent reproduction of even the most troublesome of instruments and sound effects.
Highlights
- Technically-advanced large diaphragm tensioned specifically to provide smooth, natural sonic characteristics
- Externally polarized (DC bias) true condenser design
- Exceptionally low noise, wide dynamic range and high-SPL capability for greatest versatility
- Transformerless circuitry virtually eliminates low-frequency distortion and provides superior correlation of high-speed transients
- Precision-machined, nickel-plated brass, acoustic element baffle provides enhanced element stability and optimal sensitivity
- Open acoustical environment of the symmetrical housing assembly minimizes unwanted internal reflections
- State-of-the-art surface-mount electronics ensure compliance with A-T's stringent consistency and reliability standards
- Custom shock mount provides superior isolation
- Switchable 80 Hz hi-pass filter and 10 dB pad
Key specs
- Polar pattern
- Cardioid
- Frequency response
- 20-20,000 Hz
- Weight
- 12.7 oz
- Dimensions
- 6.69" (170.0 mm) long, 2.10" (53.4 mm) maximum body diameter
- Colour
- Black
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| Polar pattern | Cardioid | Cardioid | Cardioid | Cardioid |
| Frequency response | 20-20,000 Hz | 20-20,000 Hz | 20-20,000 Hz | 20-20,000 Hz |
| Weight | 12.7 oz | 12.1 oz | 12.1 oz | 403 g |
| Dimensions | 6.69" (170.0 mm) long, 2.10" (53.4 mm) maximum body diameter | 6.38" (162.0 mm) long, 2.05" (52.0 mm) maximum body diameter | 6.38" (162.0 mm) long, 2.05" (52.0 mm) maximum body diameter | 170.0 mm (6.69") long, 52.0 mm (2.05") maximum body diameter |
| Colour | Black | —Not listed | —Not listed | Black |
Full specifications
| Color | Black |
|---|---|
| Accessories Included | AT8449a shock mount for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; microphone dust cover; protective carrying case |
| Audio-Technica Case Style | R1 |
| Dimensions | 6.69" (170.0 mm) long, 2.10" (53.4 mm) maximum body diameter |
| Dynamic Range | 133 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL |
| Element | Externally-polarized (DC bias) condenser |
| Frequency Response | 20-20,000 Hz |
| Low Frequency Roll Off | 80 Hz, 12 dB/octave |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | 145 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.; 155 dB SPL, with 10 dB pad (nominal) |
| Noise | 12 dB SPL |
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| Open Circuit Sensitivity | -32 dB (25.1 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa |
| Output Connector | Integral 3-pin XLRM-type |
| Phantom Power Requirements | 48V DC, 4.2 mA typical |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 82 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa |
| Switches | Flat, roll-off; 10 dB pad (nominal) |
| Weight | 12.7 oz (360 g) |
| Pack | Single Mic |
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